Smith and Wesson presents the Model 170339 Performance Center 460 XVR in 460 Smith and Wesson Magnum, the highest velocity production revolver on earth featuring a 14 inch barrel with integral muzzle brake, gain-twist rifling, and Performance Center custom enhancements designed for handgun hunters pursuing dangerous game with maximum velocity and accuracy. This double and single action revolver combines massive X-frame strength with chrome teardrop hammer, chrome trigger with stop, PC tuned action, and included bipod for a specialized hunting revolver that launches 200 grain bullets at 2,330 feet per second generating 2,416 foot pounds of muzzle energy.
Key Features
- Model: 170339
- Caliber: 460 Smith and Wesson Magnum, also fires 454 Casull, 45 Colt, and 45 Schofield
- Action: Double and single action
- Barrel length: 14 inches with integral compensated muzzle brake
- Capacity: 5 rounds
- Frame: Satin stainless steel X-frame
- Barrel: Stainless steel with integral muzzle brake
- Cylinder: Stainless steel
- Overall length: 21.5 inches
- Weight: 87.1 ounces unloaded
- Rifling: Gain-twist starting at 1:100 and increasing to 1:20
- Sights: Black ramp front with adjustable rear
- Grip: Black synthetic rubber
- Safety: Thumb safety, exposed hammer
- Includes: Bipod and Performance Center gun rug
Special Features
- Performance Center XVR designation for Xtreme Velocity Revolver
- Integral compensated muzzle brake reduces recoil and muzzle rise
- Chrome-flashed custom teardrop hammer reduces lock time and weight
- Chrome trigger with stop ensures consistent trigger break point
- PC tuned action delivers smooth double action pull straight from factory
- Gain-twist rifling starts slow and increases twist rate to stabilize heavy bullets at extreme velocities
- Built on massive X-frame platform specifically designed for super magnum cartridges
- Four caliber capability fires 460 S&W Magnum, 454 Casull, 45 Colt, and 45 Schofield
- Bipod included for precision long range shooting
- Thumb safety for added security during carry
Practical Benefits
- Perfect for handgun hunters pursuing dangerous game in Alaska and Africa
- 460 Smith and Wesson Magnum delivers the highest velocity of any production revolver
- Also fires 454 Casull, 45 Colt, and 45 Schofield for versatility and economy
- 14 inch barrel maximizes velocity approaching rifle ballistics with handgun portability
- 87.1 ounce weight helps manage extreme recoil from super magnum loads
- Integral muzzle brake significantly reduces felt recoil for follow-up shots
- Bipod allows precision shooting from bench or field positions
- Gain-twist rifling optimizes accuracy with heavy bullets and extreme velocities
- Double action operation allows rapid first shot in dangerous game encounters
- Single action mode provides light trigger pull for precise long range shots
- Adjustable sights enable zeroing for specific hunting loads
- Suitable for hunting brown bears, moose, elk, African dangerous game, and long range handgun hunting
- Performance Center action work delivers smooth operation without aftermarket gunsmithing
- Four caliber capability allows ammunition selection from extreme power to economical practice
- X-frame construction handles maximum pressure super magnum loads safely
The Smith and Wesson Model 170339 Performance Center 460 XVR in 460 Smith and Wesson Magnum is a proven platform for serious handgun hunters seeking the highest velocity production revolver on earth, Performance Center refinement, integral muzzle brake, gain-twist rifling, and massive X-frame strength in a specialized hunting revolver designed to take the largest and most dangerous game animals at extended handgun ranges with rifle-like ballistics.
| MANUFACTURER | SMITH & WESSON |
| MODEL | 460 |
| CALIBER | 460 S&W |
| TYPE | REVOLVER |