Nerf Lock 'n Load Review

Nerf · 1998 · Hyper Sight series — tested and reviewed by TeamNC.

At a glance

NCR rating★★★★½4.5/5
TechRating21.3
Released1998
AvailabilityAvailable
Original price$14.99 (MSRP at release)
SeriesHyper Sight
BrandNerf
Nerf Lock 'n Load foam blaster

Performance stats

Performance statistics for the Nerf Lock 'n Load
Ammo3 Mega Darts
Max distance51 feet
Rate of fire1 shot per 2.12 seconds
Dimensions & weight9" X 6" X 2.25" ; 8 oz.
Measured accuracy1x2 ft target: 66% | 2x4 ft target: 96%

Figures are TeamNC's original bench measurements from 1998–2001 testing; see how we tested.

TeamNC review (1998 era)

The Nerf Lock 'n Load is arguably the best single shot Nerf weapon available. The gun has superior range for a dart weapon. Also, the weapon is one of the smallest dart firing weapons made by Hasbro.The gun has one small problem; it tends to fire high. This is brought on by the fact that the yellow cocking mechanism on top of the weapon slides forward when firing. This causes a shift in the weight of the weapon, which leads to the weapon tilting upward slightly.

The Nerf Lock 'n Load is one of the best Nerf weapons and should be considered a "must have" gun for every Nerfer.

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