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Explosive capacity of the currently used IEDs and mines in the field.
| Threat | Explosive capacity (TNT equivalent in kg) | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Pipe bomb | 2.28 | (23) |
| Suicide bomber | 9 | |
| Briefcase bomb | 22.70 | |
| AP fragmentation device | 0.55 | (24) |
| AV blast landmine | 6–10 |
Explosive capacities of these IEDs are given in terms of TNT equivalents in kilograms.
