The Smith & Wesson Model 460 Performance Center XVR is a SA/DA revolver chambered in .460 S&W Magnum with a 10.5-inch barrel and 5-round cylinder. It also chambers .454 Casull and .45 Colt, which gives owners three caliber options from one gun. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Smith & Wesson 
• Model Name: Model 460 Performance Center 
• Caliber: .460 S&W Magnum 
• Action Type: Single/Double Action (SA/DA) 
• Capacity: 5 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 10.5 inches 
• Overall Length: 18 inches 
• Weight: 5.3 lbs (83.80 oz) 
• Finish: Stainless Steel 
   

Detailed Features 

The integrated muzzle brake reduces perceived recoil from the .460 Magnum cartridge, which makes faster follow-up shots practical. A Picatinny rail runs the length of the barrel for attaching optics or accessories. Interchangeable front sights and an adjustable rear give you options for different lighting conditions and distances. The finger-grooved black polymer grip helps manage the recoil that the muzzle brake doesn't absorb. 
 

Target Audience 

Hunters who need reliable stopping power on large game, and precision handgun shooters who want to work at extended revolver distances. The SA/DA action suits both deliberate single-action shooting and faster double-action use. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

For large game hunting the .460 Magnum delivers the energy needed for clean, reliable stops. The 10.5-inch barrel and Picatinny rail make it practical to mount a red dot or scope for precision shooting competitions. The multi-caliber capability (.460 S&W, .454 Casull, .45 Colt) lets owners train and practice at different cost and recoil levels.

The Smith & Wesson 460 XVR Elite Magnum Revolver with the 10.5-inch barrel has a strong following among hunters and precision handgun shooters. The .460 S&W Magnum's stopping power gets consistent praise, and the multi-caliber capability is genuinely valued, being able to shoot .454 Casull and .45 Colt from the same gun gives owners more flexibility in practice and field use.

The 10.5-inch barrel earns credit for accuracy at longer distances, and the construction quality is frequently cited as what you'd expect at this price point.

Recoil is a real topic in every discussion about this gun. The muzzle brake helps, but the .460 Magnum still demands respect. Shooters with proper technique manage it well; newcomers to large-bore revolvers often find the first sessions demanding. Weight at 5.3 lbs is a double-edged consideration, it dampens recoil during shooting but makes the gun fatiguing to carry over a long day in the field. Price is consistently noted as high, though most buyers frame it as an expected trade-off for a Performance Center revolver.