The Taurus Raging Hunter is a DA/SA revolver chambered in .460 S&W Magnum with a 6.75-inch ported barrel and 5-round capacity. Overall length is 12.5 inches, weight is 3.4 lbs (54 oz). The stainless steel frame is finished with a black anodized barrel and matte black oxide cylinder. Sights are fixed front with an adjustable rear. The rubber grip has an integrated cushion insert. A Picatinny rail runs under the barrel for scopes or other accessories. A dual lockup cylinder maintains alignment during firing. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model Name: Raging Hunter 
• Brand: Taurus 
• Caliber: .460 SW MAG 
• Action Type: Double Action / Single Action (SADA) 
• Capacity: 5 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 6.75 inches 
• Overall Length: 12.5 inches 
• Weight: 3.4 lbs (54 oz) 
• Sights: Fixed Front / Adjustable Rear 
• Grip Material: Black Rubber with Integrated Cushion Insert 
• Frame Material: Stainless Steel 
• Finish Options: Barrel - Black Anodized; Cylinder - Matte Black Oxide 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The ported barrel reduces muzzle rise significantly for a .460 S&W Magnum, allowing follow-up shots without fighting the gun as hard. The adjustable rear sight lets you zero properly for your preferred load at your preferred distance. The cushioned grip insert absorbs a meaningful portion of the recoil impulse, which matters at this power level. The Picatinny rail makes optics mounting practical for precision hunting. The dual lockup cylinder adds reliability by keeping cylinder alignment consistent shot after shot. 
 

Target Audience 

 
Experienced shooters who hunt large game and need a powerful handgun at distance. Competitive shooters using heavy-caliber revolvers. Owners who want a .460 S&W that also chambers .454 Casull and .45 Long Colt for versatility. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

 
Big game hunting against bears or similarly sized animals is a primary application. The caliber and barrel length combination give meaningful reach. At competition events permitting heavy-caliber revolvers, the balance and adjustable sights provide a capable platform. As a serious home defense option the stopping power is substantial, though the size and weight make it less convenient than compact alternatives.

The Taurus Raging Hunter .460 Magnum attracts a dedicated user base that values power and versatility, with size and weight as the practical trade-offs.

Power is the most consistently praised attribute. .460 S&W Magnum performance for hunting large game gets strong endorsement, and the ability to also chamber .454 Casull and .45 Long Colt adds flexibility that many buyers value. Build quality is broadly positive: the gun feels solid, and the ported barrel's recoil reduction is specifically noted as helpful for managing the powerful cartridges. The design is described as aggressive and modern compared to traditional revolvers, which appeals to most buyers.

Size and weight are the honest trade-offs. At 3.4 lbs and 12.5 inches the Raging Hunter is not practical as a sidearm for extended carry, and most users treat it as a dedicated hunting or range revolver rather than a general carry option. This distinction shapes most negative commentary. Value perception is generally positive relative to competing .460 S&W options.

Customer service from Taurus generates some variation in feedback. Most interactions are described as satisfactory, with occasional reports of initial reliability or out-of-box issues that are less common than the positive commentary.

The Raging Hunter is well-regarded among its target audience of hunters and heavy-caliber enthusiasts who go in with realistic expectations about its size.