Learn how to build and use Land Mines.
Some traps are designed to make intruders think twice about trespassing. Land Mines in 7 Days to Die are designed not to give them that opportunity. This variety pack of improvised explosives will knock enemies off their feet and put down even irradiated enemies in one blast.
This guide will walk you through how to craft and set up Land Mines and offer advice on how they can be used to defend your base.
How to craft Land Mines
Four types of land Mines can be crafted in 7 Days to Die. Each of these variants has its strengths and differing damage capability levels. All Land Mines, except for tin, require a Workbench to craft. They also all require Gun Powder and either Iron or Forged Iron.
Types of Land Mines in 7 Days to Die:
- Tin
- Cooking Pot
- Hubcap
- Air Filter
Tin Land Mines
Requires no Explosives Crafting Skill
These tiny explosives consist of a little gunpowder packed inside a candy tin with some nails for shrapnel. They don’t require a workbench to craft and are typically the first explosive trap players can make. Their small size makes them easy to conceal, but their low power makes them somewhat inferior to other variants.
The following components are required to craft a Tin Land Mines:
- 4 Iron
- 4 Gunpowder
- 1 Nail
- 1 Duct Tape
Cooking Pot Mines
Requires Explosives Crafting skill of 10
A mid-tier trap that surprisingly does not require a cooking pot to craft. They are big and easy to see. However, their explosion is also quite large, making them useful as a trigger explosive for firearms and other traps.
The following components are required to craft a Cooking Pot Mine:
- 1 Forged Iron
- 5 Gunpowder
- 1 Nail
- 1 Duct Tape
Hubcap Land Mines
Requires Explosives Crafting Skill of 20
A rather strong mine capable of taking down mid to late-game enemies. These explosives blend in well with metal or concrete but are still quite visible to wary players.
The following components are required to craft a Hubcap Land Mine:
- 1 Forged Iron
- 8 Gunpowder
- 1 Nail
- 1 Duct Tape
Air Filter Land Mines
Requires Explosives Crafting Skill of 25
Currently the deadliest mine in the game, air filter mines are compact, concealable, and deal enough damage to kill most players and enemies in a single blast.
The following components are required to craft an Air Filter Land Mine:
- 1 Forged Iron
- 12 Gunpowder
- 1 Duct Tape
- 1 Spring
How to use Land Mines in 7 Days to Die
As with all explosives, you’ll want to be careful where and how you set your Land Mines. Not only could the explosion deal damage to your other defenses, but it could set off other explosives or even attract more enemies. Here are some tips on how best to set your traps:
1. Minefields
These traps function best when placed apart from other traps. The explosion caused by these devices will damage nearby blocks and enemies, which can damage or destroy adjacent structures. They won’t do much to the ground, but it will be enough to blow up other mines, meaning if you don’t spread them out, a single enemy could destroy your whole field.
2. Detonators
They can also be used to trigger other, larger explosives. If you want to take advantage of their collateral effects, try placing explosive barrels and other inactive bombs next to a mine in a well-trafficked area. This can increase the power of a single trap to take out a whole swarm without additional effort.
3. Concealed
Zombies won’t notice traps and will walk directly into them if laid in the shortest path to their target. However, enemy players won’t be tricked so easily. Look for ways to conceal your traps to make them more difficult for players to spot. Tall grass, trash, and damaged terrain are great for concealing explosive traps.
Pros and cons of Land Mines
Cons
- Mines are destroyed when they deal damage and must be replaced every time they are used.
- The explosion caused by these traps is loud and will attract more enemies if they aren’t aware of you.
- Anything with mass has the potential to trigger a mine, meaning a corpse launched by one may set off another to no additional effect.
- Stepping on your own mines is painful and costly.
Pros
- Most variants are easy to conceal and, therefore, effective against players.
- These traps can be detonated manually with thrown objects or gunfire.
- Some variants have strong enough explosions to kill several enemies at once.
- These traps can detonate other inert explosives or act as a diversion.
Tips and tricks for using Land Mines
- Tin Land Mines are the smallest and most concealable and can be easily hidden among the underbrush.
- Wider variants, such as the Hubcap Land Mine, make excellent door traps and can be used to kill enemies passing through a particular corridor.
- Laying a mine at the entrance of a scavenging location can keep enemies from sneaking in behind you
- The sound of an exploding mine can alert you to enemy positions, serving as a deterrent and an early warning system
- Visible mines are an effective deterrent for other players, who will often assume there are more hidden explosives they cannot see.
Final thoughts on Land Mines
There isn’t a single trap that comes to mind more iconic than the land mine. The Fun Pimps seemed to have thought so, too, as they included 4 different kinds of this useful trap. If you’re planning to get serious about defending your territory, you need to consider laying some mines.
Looking for some other tips to help you get started in 7 Days to Die? Check out our 10 Tips for Getting Started and 7 Days to Die Beginner’s Guide.
