Motorized infantry battalion – the most numerous type of land forces in Russian army. Intended for large-scale land operations alone or in conjunction with other forces. Motorized infantry battalions possess tanks, missiles, artillery, antiaircraft-rockets and special weapons depending on the type of terrain or mission. Main distinctive feature of MIB is their high mobility and maneuverability.

433 Motorized Infantry Regiment still exists in the Russian Army. In December of 1999 it was deployed in Chechnya and currently it is located in Samara. 433 Motorized Infantry Regiment is a part of the 27th motorized infantry division.