The Taurus Raging Hunter is a SA/DA revolver chambered in .460 S&W Magnum with a 5.12-inch ported barrel and a 5-round capacity. It measures 10.9 inches overall, weighs 50 oz (4.55 lbs), and comes in a black anodized finish. Sights are a fixed front and adjustable rear. The black rubber grip has an integrated cushion insert. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Taurus 
• Model Name: Raging Hunter 
• Caliber: .460 S&W Magnum 
• Action Type: Single/Double Action (SA/DA) 
• Capacity: 5 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 5.12 inches 
• Overall Length: 10.9 inches 
• Weight: 4.55 lbs (50 oz) 
• Sights: Fixed Front & Adjustable Rear 
• Grip Material: Black Rubber with Integrated Cushion Insert 
• Finish Type: Black Anodized 
   

Features 

The ported barrel vents gas upward to reduce muzzle rise, which helps with follow-up shots in a caliber known for heavy recoil. The dual lockup cylinder engages at both the front and rear, which tightens cylinder-to-barrel alignment and contributes to consistent accuracy. A Picatinny rail on the barrel accepts optics without a separate base. The 50-oz weight absorbs a meaningful amount of .460 S&W recoil, though the caliber remains demanding regardless. 
 
The .460 S&W Magnum also fires .454 Casull and .45 Colt, which gives this revolver more ammunition flexibility than the chambering alone suggests.

The Taurus Raging Hunter in .460 S&W Magnum draws buyers who want a hunting revolver with serious power, and most feedback reflects that context.

Stopping power and range capability are the most frequently praised aspects. The .460 S&W Magnum produces significant energy and a flat enough trajectory for shots on large game at distances where many handguns fall short. Hunters pursuing deer, hogs, or other large animals mention this gun positively in those applications.

Build quality gets generally good reviews. The construction feels solid, and the ported barrel does reduce muzzle rise enough to be noticed in side-by-side shooting. The Picatinny rail is appreciated by hunters who want to run a red dot or low-power scope.

Recoil is the main topic of friction. .460 S&W Magnum is genuinely heavy-recoiling, and while the 50-oz weight and cushion grip help, shooters who underestimate it often regret their first cylinder. Most experienced handgun hunters call it manageable with practice; casual range shooters sometimes find it too punishing for extended sessions.

Capacity at 5 rounds comes up as a tradeoff -- it is standard for a revolver in this class, but buyers used to semi-automatics note it. The price is generally seen as fair for the caliber and features, with Taurus offering this capability below what comparable Smith & Wesson or Ruger options cost. Grip ergonomics divide some opinion; a smaller group finds the handle shape less comfortable during sustained shooting.