RBK-500
Summary
| Category | Cluster Munition |
| Sub-type | Cluster Bomb |
| Origin country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| Manufacturer | NPO Bazalt |
| Status | In service |
| Year of service | 1987 |
Technical specifications
| Warhead | 15 Motiv-3 SPBE-D antitank submunitions |
| Guidance | Dual-mode infrared homing system |
| Diameter | 450 mm (17.7 in) |
| Length | 2,500 mm (98.4 in) |
| Weight | 500 kg (1,102 lb) |
RBK-500 scale diagram
Operators
🇷🇺 Russia
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Description
The RBK-500 entered service with the Soviet Air Force in 1987. It is a cluster bomb configured to carry 15 "Motiv-3" SPBE-D antitank submunitions. These submunitions utilize a dual-mode infrared homing system for target acquisition.
The system has been adapted for use with the Unifitsirovannyi Modul Planirovaniya i Korrektsii (UMPK) standoff glide bomb kit. This integration provides the weapon with flight correction and standoff delivery capabilities.
The RBK-500 is operated by Russian forces. During the Russo-Ukrainian war, the system was deployed with UMPK kits against targets in Donetsk Oblast. In November 2023, the first combat use of the UMPK-equipped variant was documented near Staromaiorske.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of weapon is the RBK-500?
The RBK-500 is a cluster munition developed by NPO Bazalt. It entered service in 1987.
How much does the RBK-500 weigh?
The RBK-500 weighs 500 kg (1,102 lb).
How is the RBK-500 guided?
The RBK-500 uses dual-mode infrared homing system guidance.
Which countries use the RBK-500?
The RBK-500 is in service with 1 country: Russia.
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Last updated on 30 March 2026.
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