NERF N-Strike Barricade RV-10

by Nerf

Product Features

• Motorized semi-auto blaster features a 10 dart revolving barrel for action-packed blasting excitement.
• The compact design of this sidearm blaster means it’s easy to take along on any mission.
• Quick and reliable, your revolving barrel blaster is the one to turn to when you’re outnumbered.
• Blaster comes with 10 Whistler darts and instructions.
• Requires 3 “AA” batteries (not included). Ages 6 and up

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.5 x 14 x 9.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B003YJER8U
• Item model number: 18616
• Manufacturer recommended age: 6 years and up
• Batteries: 3 AA batteries required.
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #125 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
  • #4 in Toys & Games > Sports & Outdoor Play > Blasters & Foam Play
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (49 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Put a new spin on your battles with this motorized, semi-auto BARRICADE RV-10 blaster! The 10-dart revolving barrel keeps the firepower coming and the compact design of this sidearm blaster means it’s easy to take along on any mission. Quick and reliable, your revolving barrel blaster is the one to turn to when you’re outnumbered and need to blast your way to victory.

Product Description

Hasbro Nerf N-Strike Berzerker.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

30 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent N-Strike Addition, December 13, 2010

By 

Mark Winfrey (Orlando, FL United States) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:2.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: NERF N-Strike Barricade RV-10 (Toy)

The pros/cons of this gun are pretty well described in the other reviews, but I'll reiterate the basics here:

+ True semi-auto operation with relatively-large ammo capacity
- Noisy standby mode

Addressing the specific concerns of the previous reviewers, I've found the gun to be a very acceptable compromise for the semi-auto operation:

Accuracy/range - The Barricade falls within the same ranges found with other Nerf guns, perhaps a bit on the low side. I've found there to be some variation even within the same model, but for indoor play the range and accuracy are sufficient.

Jams - I have not had the gun jam once, after multiple rounds of target practice, except when I have mistakenly hindered the chambers from advancing by holding the gun wrong. (With a stock added, the natural positing for the steadying-hand is right on the rotating chambers.)

Size/weight - The gun is definitely the heaviest of the pistol designs, which is somewhat to be expected with the larger ammo capacity. I would agree with a previous reviewer that it seems like it could have been smaller, but it's a minor issue. I am more befuddled by the big tip they put on the front of the barrel, rather than the standard barrel-mount.

Grip - My previous Nerf purchase, the Spectre, had an oddly-short pistol grip that made it feel unsecure in the hand. I am pleased to find that the Barricade, being larger and heavier, has a full-length grip that feels quite secure.

Noise - Aye, there's the rub, as they say. It is quite noisy when on and ready to fire. If you're planning on hunting anyone with this, they'll know where you are at all times if you leave it on. Turning it on when ready to fire isn't really a good option, either, as it takes a good second or two (practically an eternity) to get up to speed. This isn't a big consideration for the way I play with it, but could be a deal-breaker for some.

Other - The gun feels good in the hand, sturdy and solid. The top tactical rail is well-placed and the gun has the standard rear stock-mount. Buy more darts, though. These battery-powered ones really go through the darts, and the ammo bags (with 50 darts) are pretty cheap.

Priced at $20 at Amazon (when I purchased it) and $15 from Target (plus shipping), the gun seems a true bargain for what you get. I added this to a shared arsenal for 7 boys ranging in age from 3-16 and it fit in well with the rest of the well-designed N-Strike lineup. I'd wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone, whether it's a first Nerf gun or part of a growing collection, with the major caveat of the noise produced by the gun in standby.

28 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Nerf Gun for Younger Children, December 21, 2010

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Tim Little (Des Moines, IA United States) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: NERF N-Strike Barricade RV-10 (Toy)

I bought this for my 2 year old. It works great! It is a little heavy for him, but he can shoot it with little difficulty. Now we just need to teach him not to aim at our heads! Most nerf guns have a spring that has to be compressed. Not having that spring makes this gun the best gun for younger children.

The second advantage of this gun is the barrel. Holding 10 darts is a bonus, but the best part is that the barrel is exposed. My 2 year old knows where the darts go and can load the gun by himself. My son can also operate the on/off switch by himself. The only problem is he frequently forgets to turn the gun off.

Summary: A 2 year old can operate all aspects of this gun without an adult's assistance.

For the big kid nerf wars (yes daddy has used it a time or two), this is the preferred gun because of its versatility and semi-automatic capabilities. I have a vulcan and longstrike and they are fun but they are too big and bulky. I am guessing the stampede would be the same. I prefer smaller guns because of their versatility. The downfall with the smaller guns is you always have to cock them. The barricade is superior because of its semi-automatic feature.

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent design, December 12, 2010

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Zwarru - See all my reviews

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: NERF N-Strike Barricade RV-10 (Toy)

This is an excellent choice of Nerf gun--probably even if you have never had one before. It by far exceeded my expectations by shooting the darts almost instantly (I was expecting a lag like with the Vulcan or Stampede) and as accurately as any other Nerf Gun. The range is better than most Nerf guns normally get. As it is a revolver, this gun has an additional benefit--you can reload it while still having it ready to shoot, allowing you to not run out of ammo while protecting yourself (unlike clip system guns that require you to take out the magazine to reload, leaving you vulnerable).
The downside is that it is noisy, by far the noisiest of all guns. As the flywheels must be spinning for the gun to shoot, the motor must always be on. So stealth is not a viable option. This is a worthy trade-off for the all-around awesomeness, especially if you carry a quieter gun with you to use for more covert purposes.