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The Minelab M11 is the 11 inch round Double-D search coil supplied as standard on the Minelab Manticore. Part number 3011-0446. Minelab describes it as a general purpose coil for all treasure hunting, and a replacement M11 puts a Manticore back in its factory configuration.
Who the M11 is for
The M11 suits Manticore owners who want one versatile coil for parks, fields, beaches, coins, jewelry and relics. It gives a practical balance of coverage, sensitivity, depth potential and maneuverability, and it is the coil we point most Manticore owners to as their starting point. Owners who have damaged or lost the original coil, or who want a spare on a second lower shaft, get the exact coil the detector ships with.
How we use the M11
We go back to the M11 after using the M8 in heavy trash or the M15 in open ground, and it is especially useful where a site mixes conditions. Learn the detector with the M11 before making aggressive adjustments. A stable baseline helps you recognize whether changing coils actually improves performance.
The mistake we see most is assuming the standard coil is inferior to an accessory coil. For many detecting sites, the M11 is the most appropriate choice.
Key features
- 11 inch round footprint: the middle of the Manticore range, between the compact M8 and M9 and the large M15.
- Double-D winding: the winding Minelab uses on all four Manticore coils.
- Waterproof to 5 m (16 ft): Minelab's rating for the M11, the same as the Manticore detector.
- Standard Manticore coil: the coil Minelab supplies with the Manticore.
- 3 year Minelab warranty: Minelab covers Manticore accessories for 3 years.
What is in the box
Minelab's standard contents
- Minelab M11 11 inch round Double-D search coil (3011-0446)
- Protective skidplate
Compatibility
The M11 fits the Minelab Manticore only. Minelab makes four coils for the Manticore, the M8, M9, M11 and M15, and lists no other coils as compatible.
How the M11 compares with the other Manticore coils
| Feature | M8 8 x 5.5 inch | M9 9 inch Round | M11 11 inch Round | M15 15 x 12 inch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part number | 3011-0422 | 3011-0473 | 3011-0446 | 3011-0423 |
| Size | 8 x 5.5 inch | 9 inch | 11 inch | 15 x 12 inch |
| Shape | Elliptical | Round | Round | Elliptical |
| Winding | Double-D | Double-D | Double-D | Double-D |
| Waterproof | 5 m (16 ft) | 5 m (16 ft) | 5 m (16 ft) | 5 m (16 ft) |
| Supplied on the Manticore | Accessory coil | Accessory coil | Yes, standard coil | Accessory coil |
| Minelab's description | Sensitive to small targets, for high trash areas and difficult terrain | Low profile, easy to sweep through water | A general purpose coil for all treasure hunting | Maximum depth and wide ground coverage in open spaces |
The M11 sits in the middle of the range, with the compact M8 and M9 on one side and the large M15 on the other. Our Manticore coils guide explains when to change from the M11, and every Manticore coil is in our metal detector search coils collection.
Specifications
- Part number: 3011-0446
- Compatibility: Minelab Manticore (standard coil)
- Size: 11 inch
- Shape: Round
- Winding: Double-D
- Waterproof: 5 m (16 ft)
- Warranty: 3 years (Minelab, Manticore accessories)
Serious Detecting is an authorized Minelab dealer, so the M11 ships as genuine Minelab stock with the full Minelab warranty. Browse the full Minelab range.
Customer Questions & Expert Answers
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