RBK-500
The RBK-500 is a Russian cluster bomb that dispenses antitank submunitions guided by infrared homing. Key figures: weight 500 kg, guidance Dual-mode infrared homing system. In service with 1 country — Russia.
| 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) |
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.
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- APR 32026 Updated Length added; diameter added
- MAR 302026 Created Page created: RBK-500