At FEINDEF 2025, the Nordic company Nammo showcased the Anti-Personnel Obstacle Breaching System (APOBS) Mk 7 Mod 2, a self-contained, single-use, expendable line charge designed for clearing narrow pathways through antipersonnel minefields and wire obstacles. APOBS was developed as a man-portable alternative to earlier breaching systems such as the Bangalore torpedo. The system can be deployed by a two-person team and is transported using two backpacks and a small soft pack, with a combined system weight of 125 pounds (56 kilograms). Read full defense news at this link...
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| The Anti-Personnel Obstacle Breaching System (APOBS) Mk 7 Mod 2 can be emplaced in 30 to 120 seconds, with a setup typically completed in under two minutes. (Picture source: Army Recognition) |