Minelab Vanquish 460
Same V10X coil and 5-meter IP68 waterproofing as the 360, but the 460 adds 30 discrimination segments, three Iron Bias levels, handle vibration, and Bluetooth LE Audio — a Vanquish for detectorists who've outgrown the basics.
Overview
The 460 keeps the 360's waterproof V10X coil and full IP68 protection to 5 meters, but everything around it is built for a more demanding user. Multi-IQ still runs multiple frequencies at once, and here it's paired with 30 discrimination segments — five times what the 360 offers — for genuinely fine separation between target types.
Three adjustable Iron Bias levels let you dial out ferrous junk instead of accepting a fixed setting, and handle vibration adds a second way to notice a target when you're detecting somewhere loud. Ten sensitivity levels give you room to chase faint, deep signals or calm things down in noisy ground.
It also goes wireless where the 360 doesn't: low-latency Bluetooth LE Audio pairs with compatible headphones, and a red LED screen with a built-in flashlight keeps things visible after dark. The internal battery still runs up to 10 hours on a charge, topped up through magnetic USB.
Key features
Multi-IQ Technology
handles multiple frequencies simultaneously, sharpening how cleanly different target types get separated.
10 Sensitivity Levels and 30 Discrimination Segments
give far finer control over depth and target sorting than the entry Vanquish models.
Full IP68 Waterproofing
the whole unit, not just the coil, tolerates submersion to 5 meters.
Handle Vibration
flags a target through touch, useful when wind or crowd noise would drown out an audio tone.
Bluetooth LE Audio
low-latency wireless sound to compatible headphones, with no cable to catch on brush or gear.
Red LED Screen and Flashlight
stays readable at dusk, and the built-in flashlight helps when you're packing up after sunset.
Long-Lasting Battery
the internal lithium-ion cell runs up to 10 hours before it needs a magnetic USB top-up.
Technical specifications
| Technology | Multi-IQ: simultaneous multiple frequencies |
|---|---|
| Search Modes | Park / Field / Beach / User Profile |
| Sensitivity | 10 levels |
| Discrimination | 30 discrimination segments |
| Iron Bias | 3 adjustable levels |
| Audio | 10 volume levels, 3 target tones |
| Wireless Audio | Low-latency Bluetooth LE Audio (LC3) |
| Vibration | Handle vibration for target alerts |
| Screen | Red LED screen with built-in flashlight |
| Pinpoint Mode | Available for precise target location |
| Shaft | Lightweight, designed for long sessions |
| Standard Search Coil | V10X 10x7-inch Double-D, waterproof |
| Battery | Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion, up to 10 hours of continuous operation |
| Charging | Magnetic USB charging |
| Waterproofing | IP68, fully waterproof to 5 meters (16 ft) |
| Warranty | Official 3-year warranty on the control box and coil |
| Made in | Australia |
What’s in the box
- Main control box
- V10X 10x7-inch Double-D waterproof search coil
- Lightweight shaft
- Wired headphones (included)
- Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
- Magnetic USB charging cable
- Quick start guide
Ideal for
Serious beginners seeking higher accuracy than the Vanquish 360
30 discrimination segments and three Iron Bias levels give noticeably finer target sorting than the 360's fixed setup offers.
Hobbyists searching for coins and jewelry across different environments
Park, Field, Beach, and a savable User Profile mode cover most everyday sites without needing to reconfigure each time.
Those who want broader control over sensitivity and discrimination without excessive complexity
Ten sensitivity levels and 30 discrimination segments offer real depth of control without a settings menu that overwhelms.
Long detecting sessions, thanks to its light weight and long battery life
A battery rated for up to 10 hours and a lightweight shaft designed for extended use help you stay out longer.
