.500 S&W Magnum

2003 · Smith & Wesson · 5 firearms in catalog

Also known as: .500 S&W, .500 Smith & Wesson Magnum, 12.7x41mmSR

Cartridge specifications

Bullet Diameter12.7 mm (0.500")
Neck Diameter13.3 mm (0.524")
Base Diameter13.5 mm (0.531")
Case Length41.28 mm (1.625")
Overall Length58.42 mm (2.300")
Max Pressure414 MPa (60,000 psi)
Typical Bullet Weight22.7 g (350 gr)
Typical Muzzle Velocity549 m/s (1801 fps)
Typical Muzzle Energy6237 J (4600 ft·lbf)
Primer TypeLarge Pistol
Cartridge TypeRebated Rim
Introduced2003

Firearms chambered in .500 S&W Magnum