This product has been discontinued. It cannot be purchased in retail stores. The only way to obtain it is through second-hand websites and stores. |
Not to be confused with the fictional Stampede REV-12 or the fictional Spartan NCS-12.
The Stampede ECS, also known as the Blazing Burst ECS in Japan, is an electronic clip system Nerf blaster that was released on September 9th, 2010 under the N-Strike series. It requires six "D" batteries to be operated.
Included contents[]
- 1 Stampede ECS
- 1 Blast Shield
- 1 Pop-Out Bipod
- 3 eighteen dart clips
- 1 six dart clip
- 60 Streamline Darts
Details[]
The Stampede is a battery-operated clip-fed motorized direct plunger blaster. It features an integrated carry handle, with a set of iron sights built into it. These sights line up with one atop the muzzle. Under this carry handle is the blaster's jam door, providing access to the internals in case of any jams; notably, this jam door features no locks and can be opened at any time. It also has an integrated shoulder stock, which also doubles as where the blaster's batteries are loaded into.
The blaster features a power switch, located on the left side, just above the firing trigger. Also next to the firing trigger is an ambidextrous clip release button.
It sports six tactical rails: one atop the carry handle, one above the muzzle, two under the blaster, and one on either side of the blaster. There are also four strap points: two on the front of the blaster and two built into the shoulder stock.
Weight distribution[]
The Stampede ECS is one of the heaviest Nerf blasters, partially thanks in part due to requiring six "D" batteries to be operated. Due to the location the batteries are housed, this makes the blaster very back-heavy, which can make it awkward to use. This can be partially mitigated by using the included bipod as a forward grip, or by attaching accessories to the front to offset the weight.
Official description[]
This is an official description from Hasbro.com. Please do not modify it. (view the archived product listing) |
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Launch an all-out assault with the fully automatic STAMPEDE ECS blaster! Unleash a storm of darts from the extended 18-dart clip and reload in a hurry with the three spares. This high-capacity blaster even includes a blast shield to deflect an incoming "fire" and a pop-out bipod for stability! |
History[]
During its production, the Stampede ECS was known as the Stampede ECS-50. At this stage, it was meant to be released alongside a high-capacity fifty dart drum. Mock-up packaging was made for this release, but the drum ended up being cancelled due to complications with the accessory. Prior to its release, the blaster was renamed to Stampede ECS-18, before dropping the 18 from the name altogether.
One of the first sightings of the Stampede ECS came in May 2010, when a NerfHaven user posted an image of the prototype blaster, which then began to circulate on forums. It was compared to the fictitious Spartan NCS-12 from the Nerf N-Strike video game.[4] Some even referred to the blaster as the "Spartan" before the name was known to the public.
The Stampede was 2010's "flagship" blaster; to help promote its release, the Clear Series of blasters was released, meant to "Clear the Way" for the Stampede.
The blaster was succeeded in 2013 by the N-Strike Elite Rapidstrike CS-18.
The Stampede was re-released in 2019 under the ICON Series to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the Nerf brand.
Color schemes[]
The Stampede ECS has been released in the following color schemes:
- N-Strike (yellow, black, gray/gold, and orange)
- Sonic Series (clear green and orange)
- ICON Series (yellow, black, gray, and orange)
Modification[]
The Stampede features a motorized direct plunger system, giving it a unique priming and firing style. Its internals push forward first. In doing so, the dart to be fired is pushed into the breech and the blaster is primed simultaneously. The piston is then released to fire the dart using a mechanical equivalent of a slam fire trigger. A return spring (the visible black spring) resets the firing mechanism, letting a new dart rise up the clip.
It should be noted that because of its firing mechanism, darts that are not loaded perfectly will become damaged. Consistent use will result in darts missing small pieces on the rear. This does not seem to affect the blaster itself although it will affect accuracy.
Voltage modification for this blaster is limited by its ability to mechanically fire, not the failure of its electrical parts. Recommended voltage is from 12 to 16 Volts, but overheating and jamming problems may occur more often when fired for too long. As the blaster uses a direct plunger system rather than a flywheel system, voltage modifications will only increase its rate of fire and not affect its range.
Trivia[]
- The Stampede shares a name with the Stampede REV-12, a fictional weapon from the Nerf N-Strike video games.
- The commercial for the Stampede is the longest for any N-Strike blaster.
- If the Blast Shield is placed in its normal position atop the blaster, the iron sights and top tactical rail will be blocked. By attaching the shield upside down on the front-most bottom rail, the sights are now usable and the top rail can be used to attach scopes.
- Some stores carried and listed the blaster as the Stampede ECS-50. Some variants even have the words "ECS-50" written on the shell.
- The Stampede ECS inspired a bootleg version from Chinese knockoff company Leyuan called the "Heavy Shock Wave". Reputedly, its dart heads easily detached from the dart bodies.
Gallery[]
The full image gallery for Stampede ECS may be viewed at Stampede ECS/Gallery. |
Official videos[]
References[]
- ↑ Westaway, L. (2010-11-15). Nerf Havok vs Nerf Stampede vs Nerf Raider review: Foamy darts of death (Article). CNET. Archived from the original on 2016-03-31. Retrieved on 2014-09-21.
- ↑ SG Nerf (2010-09-09). Nerf Stampede ECS - Review! (Article/Review). SG Nerf. Archived from the original on 2018-02-10. Retrieved on 2014-09-21.
- ↑ Pocket. Esq. (2010-09-15). Review: Nerf N-Strike Stampede ECS (Article/Review). Urban Taggers. Archived from the original on 2016-12-23. Retrieved on 2014-09-21.
- ↑ SG Nerf (2010-05-14). Mystery Nerf Blaster? (Article). SG Nerf. Archived from the original on 2017-03-26. Retrieved on 2014-06-24. “Interestingly, it resembles the Spartan NCS-12 thats featured in the Wii Nerf N-Strike Game.”
External links[]
- Stampede ECS on the Nerf website (archived link)