PFM-1 Simulator — Realistic Mine Imitation Training Device
A realistic simulator of the PFM-1 anti-personnel mine for training infantry and combat engineers in conditions as close to real combat as possible.
What is a Pelyustka training mine
A training device that accurately replicates the size, shape, color, and pressure-activated behavior of the real PFM-1 anti-personnel pressure mine and is designed for practicing detection, neutralization, and simulation of enemy casualties in mined terrain.
Training Capabilities
Training with the PFM-1 “Pelyustka” simulator allows you to:
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Run realistic training with zero risk to personnel because the device contains no explosives. (Shows how combat engineers train without explosives).
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Train soldiers to recognize a PFM mine simulator by its shape, size, and color directly in the field.
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Practice procedures for detecting, marking, bypassing, and neutralizing anti-personnel mines.
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Improve combat engineer training efficiency thanks to reusable simulators with no consumables, using the same device repeatedly.
Realism and physical design
The training “Pelyustka” mine is designed as a highly realistic device for basic combined arms training:
Dimensions:
length 120 mm, width 64 mm, height 20 mm, pressure sensor area 34.1 cm²
The shape
and dark green color replicate a real PFM-1 mine; the top of the fuze is finished in silver or a metallic color
Mines may be emplaced
by instructors or soldiers through deliberate placement and concealment, or scattered by dropping from heights of up to 2 meters to simulate cluster mining conditions
The PFM-1 training system can be placed
and concealed in grass, soil, snow, or on asphalt, and may be lightly covered with soil or snow
How the PFM-1 mine simulator works
The training system reproduces the pressure-activated behavior of the “Pelyustka” mine, taking real-world use scenarios into account::
The training device features two operating modes:
active and inactive, selectable via a button on the device body.
The PFM-1 mine simulator activates
when pressure is applied to the sensor, starting from 5 kg in the center and up to 25 kg near the edges.
Pressing on the stabilizing wing
does not trigger activation, matching the behavior of the real mine.
After activation,
the device automatically resets and is ready to use again in about one minute.
In inactive mode,
the training system will not trigger, allowing safe transport and training area setup.
Activation is guaranteed
when pressure is applied in a horizontal or near-horizontal position; non-activation in a vertical position represents real mine behavior.
The training device emits a short audible signal through a buzzer located in the pressure sensor area, ensuring it can be clearly heard even in noisy environments and when soldiers wear personal protective equipment.
Durability and field conditions
The “Pelyustka” mine is built for intensive field use:
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The IP54-rated housing supports operation in rain and dusty conditions.
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The device can remain on a wet surface or even in a puddle for extended periods of time without losing functionality.
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The design withstands loads of up to 140 kg, enabling safe simulation of a fully equipped soldier stepping on the device.
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The tests included repeated impacts weighing up to 140 kg and drops from a height of up to 2 meters onto a hard surface.
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The housing is designed to operate in temperatures from −20 to +50 °C.
Advantages of the “Pelyustka” mine training system
Why instructors choose this simulator:
Accurate replication of the PFM-1 mine’s shape, size, and color.
Realistic pressure-activated triggering with audible indication and optional smoke or pyrotechnic effects.
Highly durable housing designed for repeated loading and drop impacts.
Operates both standalone and fully integrated within the SKIFTECH ecosystem, including hit registration and map visualization.
Reduced training costs due to reusable design, no consumables, and long battery life.
Operating modes and integration
PFM-1 mine simulator supports flexible use, from simple classroom lectures to complex exercises and tactical minefield drills within the SKIFTECH ecosystem:
Fully autonomous operation with audible activation indication,
with or without connecting to our KIT training system or EXCON software.
Full integration with the SKIFTECH ecosystem:
upon activation, a hit signal is transmitted to the vest, helmet cover, and stress belt, simulating the incapacitation of the affected soldier and nearby personnel within a defined radius.
The system transmits hit data
and mine placement information through KIT 3.0 / 3.5 to the Military Statistics exercise control and training management system, enabling real-time visualization of mine locations on the range map.
An optional electric igniter
can be connected to trigger smoke or pyrotechnic effects upon activation of the training tagger.
Integration into the SKIFTECH ecosystem
The “Pelyustka” training mine is part of the
SKIFTECH training
product line and follows the same operating logic as other SKIFTECH solutions, enabling seamless integration into a unified training environment.
Compatible with KIT 3.0 and KIT 3.5, using shared radio channels and hit registration protocols.
Supports complex training scenarios involving multiple mine types, with all events displayed on the training management system map.
Enables joint training of infantry, combat engineers, and instructors within a single, integrated ecosystem.
Application scenarios
With the “Pelyustka” training system, instructors can conduct realistic mine safety training by demonstrating the actual size and behavior of a PFM-1 mine in field conditions. The system enables practical training in detection, marking, bypassing, and neutralization procedures, including combat engineer operations. This allows instructors to:
Enhance realism in mine hazard training by demonstrating real mine size and activation behavior in the field.
Teach correct mine placement and concealment, including deployment from varying heights.
Practice detection, marking, and neutralization procedures, including combat engineer unit tasks.
Develop skills for operating in mined areas both in standalone mode and integrated with SKIFTECH vests, stress belts, and training software.
With the “Pelyustka” training system, instructors can conduct realistic mine safety training by demonstrating the actual size and behavior of a PFM-1 mine in field conditions. The system enables practical training in detection, marking, bypassing, and neutralization procedures, including combat engineer operations. This allows instructors to:
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Is the device safe for training?
Yes, the training system contains no explosives and is intended only for training with simulated mine activation (how combat engineers train without explosives).
Can the training system operate without the SKIFTECH system?
Yes, it supports a standalone mode with audible activation indication and can be used without KIT or software.
Is the training system suitable for harsh field conditions?
Yes, the housing is designed for intensive field use and withstands moisture, dust, and repeated loads from fully equipped soldiers stepping on it.
