Minelab Vanquish 460 Waterproof Multi-Frequency Metal Detector with V10X Search Coil

The Minelab Vanquish 460 puts the full Multi-IQ feature set into a lightweight, fully waterproof machine at the most affordable price in the fully featured Vanquish 60 Series. Four search modes, 30 discrimination segments, wireless Bluetooth LE Audio, and a backlit display all come standard, running on the compact V10X 10 in x 7 in (25 x 18 cm) Double-D search coil. Step up to the Vanquish 560 or the 560 Pro-Pack when you want the larger V12X coil, more tones, and finer iron control.

Why the Vanquish 460

Powered by Minelab Multi-IQ technology, the 460 reads multiple frequencies at once for faster, more accurate target ID across parks, fields, and beaches. It carries four search modes, Park, Field, Beach, and a custom User Profile, with 30 discrimination segments and 10 sensitivity levels, plus Iron Bias from 0 to 2 to quiet ferrous trash. Wireless Bluetooth LE Audio joins the built-in speaker and wired 3.5 mm jack, and a red-backlit display with built-in flashlight and handgrip vibration keep you on target in low light and noisy surf. The whole detector is IP68 waterproof to 16 ft (5 m), and its software updates over the USB-C cable, so the machine you buy keeps improving.

Your Equinox coils cross over

Here is a detail most buyers miss: the Vanquish 60 Series accepts the Minelab Equinox EQX06, EQX11, and EQX15 coils as well as its own V-series coils. If you already own an Equinox, this makes a superb waterproof backup, and your existing coils come with you. It also means the V8X, V10X, and V12X coils interchange across the whole Vanquish family, so a household running more than one Minelab, whether it is a spouse, a kid learning the hobby, or your own second machine, shares one set of coils instead of buying doubles.

The V10X search coil

The V10X 10 in x 7 in (25 x 18 cm) Double-D search coil delivers sharp, precise target response and a balanced footprint that covers ground efficiently while still separating targets in cluttered sites. It is a strong all-round choice for coin shooting, relic hunting, and general detecting.

What is included

• Minelab Vanquish 460 detector
• V10X 10 in x 7 in (25 x 18 cm) Double-D search coil with skid plate
• Minelab wired 3.5 mm headphones
• Removable armrest with strap
• USB-C magnetic charging cable
• Getting Started Guide

Specifications

• Technology: Multi-IQ simultaneous multi-frequency
• Search modes: Park, Field, Beach, plus custom User Profile
• Search coil: V10X 10 in x 7 in (25 x 18 cm) Double-D
• Coil compatibility: V8X, V10X, V12X, and Minelab Equinox EQX06, EQX11, EQX15
• Discrimination segments: 30
• Sensitivity levels: 10
• Iron Bias: 0 to 2
• Target tones: 3
• Target ID range: 119 levels (ferrous −19 to 0, non-ferrous 1 to 99)
• Audio: Built-in speaker, included wired 3.5 mm headphones, and Bluetooth LE Audio (LC3 codec)
• Vibration: Handgrip vibration
• Display: Red-backlit monochrome LCD with built-in flashlight
• Waterproof: IP68, whole detector submersible to 16 ft (5 m)
• Battery: Internal 4500 mAh lithium-ion, up to 10 hours; USB-C magnetic charging
• Software: Field-updatable over the USB-C cable
• Weight: 2.6 lb (1.16 kg)
• Shaft: Extends to 56 in (142 cm), collapses to 31 in (79 cm)
• Warranty: 3 year limited (control box and coil)
• Best for: Coin shooting, relic hunting, parks, fields, beaches, shallow water