BETAB-500
Summary
| Category | Penetration Bomb |
| Sub-type | Concrete-Piercing Bomb |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Manufacturer | Russian State Industry |
| Status | In service |
Technical specifications
| Warhead | TNT equivalent |
| Warhead weight | 98 kg (216 lb) |
| Diameter | 350 mm (13.8 in) |
| Length | 2,200 mm (86.6 in) |
| Weight | 477 kg (1,052 lb) |
| Max. speed | 1,200 km/h (Mach 1.2) |
BETAB-500 scale diagram
Operators
🇷🇺 Russia
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Description
The BETAB-500 is a Soviet and Russian concrete-piercing bomb. The weapon is designed to penetrate and destroy reinforced concrete structures and damage airfield runways. It carries a TNT equivalent explosive charge and is deployed from aircraft within a defined operational envelope of altitude and speed.
The Russian military has used the BETAB-500 repeatedly during the Syrian civil war. In 2016, the weapon was deployed in an urban environment during operations in the eastern part of Aleppo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of weapon is the BETAB-500?
The BETAB-500 is a penetration bomb developed by Russian State Industry.
How much does the BETAB-500 weigh?
The BETAB-500 weighs 477 kg (1,051 lb), including a 98 kg warhead.
Which countries use the BETAB-500?
The BETAB-500 is in service with 1 country: Russia.
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Last updated on 30 March 2026.
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