The most powerful production revolver cartridge ever made. Capable of taking any land animal on Earth.
Type: Revolver
Introduced: 2003, United States
Parent case: None
Standardization: SAAMI
Bullet diameter: 0.5" (12.7 mm)
Case length: 1.625" (41.28 mm)
Overall length: 2.3" (58.42 mm)
Max pressure: 60,000 PSI
Rim type: Rimmed
Primer: Large Rifle
Typical twist rate: 1:18.75
Muzzle velocity: 1200–1900 fps
Muzzle energy: 1500–2900 ft-lbs
Effective range: 200 yd
Common bullet weights: 275, 350, 400, 500 gr
Primary use: Hunting, Big Game, Bear Defense
Production status: Active
Also known as: .500 S&W
History: Introduced by S&W in 2003 alongside the .460, in the same X-frame revolver. Designed to surpass all previous revolver cartridges in raw power. Marketed for hunting all North American big game including dangerous bears.
Notable firearms: S&W Model 500
Similar cartridges: .460 S&W Magnum, .454 Casull