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| Pansarskott m/68 "Miniman" | |
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| Type | Anti-tank |
| Place of origin |  Sweden
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| Service history | |
| In service | 1968 |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | FFV Ordnance |
| Specifications | |
| Weight | 2.9 kg |
| Length | 0.9 m |
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| Cartridge | HEAT |
| Caliber | 74 mm |
| Muzzle velocity | 160 m/s |
| Effective range | 250 m |
| Filling | Octol |
| Filling weight | 330 g |
The Miniman (formally called the Pansarskott m/68 and also referred to as the Pskott m/68[1]) is a disposable single-shot 74-mm unguided anti-tank smooth bore recoilless weapon, designed in Sweden by Försvarets Fabriksverk (FFV) and became operational in 1968. The Miniman is delivered with the HEAT projectile pre-loaded launch tube. In appearance, the Miniman is similar to the US M72 LAW and French SARPAC of the that era, but instead with a single section tube.[2] In 1986 the Swedish Army adopted the FFV AT4, designated the Pansarskott m/86, to replace the Miniman. FFV engineers adopted the rugged but simple firing and safety mechanism of the Miniman for the AT4. The Miniman uses a unique version of the high-low chamber launch system that results in no recoil.
Moving targets can be attacked at a range of 150 meters while stationary targets may be engaged out to 250 meters. The Pansarskott's HEAT projectile has a copper liner and can penetrate 340 mm of rolled homogeneous armor.[3]
Reference and notes
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