Nerf Lightnin' Blitz Review
Nerf · 1999 · Airjet Power series — tested and reviewed by TeamNC.
At a glance
| NCR rating | ★★★★½4.5/5 |
|---|---|
| TechRating | 25.1 |
| Released | 1999 |
| Availability | Available |
| Original price | $19.99 (MSRP at release) |
| Series | Airjet Power |
| Brand | Nerf |
Performance stats
| Ammo | 10 Micro Darts |
|---|---|
| Max distance | 59 feet |
| Optimum pumps | 10 |
| Rate of fire | 1 shot per 6.28 seconds |
| Dimensions & weight | 11" X 12.75" X 3.75" ; 1 lb., 3 oz. |
| Measured accuracy | 1x2 ft target: 93% | 2x4 ft target: 99% |
Figures are TeamNC's original bench measurements from 1999–2001 testing; see how we tested.
TeamNC review (1999 era)
The Nerf Lightnin' Blitz is the first Nerf weapon to feature the new "farther flying" micro darts. Also, this gun is the first weapon to ever fire more than four shots simultaneously. The weapon will actually fire five shots at a time. Despite the fact that it shoots five micro darts at the same time, it still has a great maximum distance. The main disadvantage of this weapon is its poor rate of fire. The weapon requires about twelve pumps to fire it. In addition to this, the gun will always release air through all five barrels. This means that the weapon must be pumped twelve times even if the user is firing only one shot. In addition to this, the weapon has a very awkward shape. It has too big of a barrel to be considered a pocket weapon. Yet the length of the weapon keeps it form being a decent primary weapon.
If you're looking for a quick attack weapon, buy this gun.
