Lindcott Armory Compare / .45 Raptor vs .460 S&W Magnum
Cartridge comparison
.45 Raptor vs .460 S&W Magnum
.45 Raptor is faster (3,000 vs 2,300 fps); .45 Raptor carries more energy (3,600 vs 2,500 ft·lb); .45 Raptor recoils less.
.45 Raptor →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.460 S&W Magnum →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .45 Raptor | .460 S&W Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Revolver |
| Introduced | 2014 | 2003 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.452″ | 0.452″ |
| Case length | 1.8″ | 1.8″ |
| Velocity | 2,200–3,000 fps | 1,500–2,300 fps |
| Energy | 2,900–3,600 ft·lb | 1,200–2,500 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 40,000 psi | 65,000 psi |
| Recoil | 18–28 ft·lb | 55–75 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 300 yd | 200 yd |
FAQs
- Is .45 Raptor faster than .460 S&W Magnum?
- .45 Raptor is faster — up to 3,000 fps versus 2,300 fps.
- Does .45 Raptor hit harder than .460 S&W Magnum?
- .45 Raptor carries more muzzle energy (3,600 vs 2,500 ft·lb).