Python minefield breaching system

It replaces the Giant Viper, and has the ability to clear a safe lane in minefields 180–200 m long and 7.3 m wide through which vehicles can pass.

The system works by firing a single rocket from a launcher mounted on a 136 kilogramme trailer which has to be towed to the edge of the mined area.

After the hose lands on the ground it detonates and destroys over 90% of mines along its entire length.

[1] Python has been used operationally with the Trojan AVRE in Afghanistan.

[2] During Operation Moshtarak the Royal Engineers attempted to use this traditional mine clearance equipment in the Counter-IED role in support of a major British Army advance.