Not to be confused with the AirJet Power Stinger or the Dart Tag Stinger.
The Stinger SD-1 is a single dart Nerf blaster that was released in fall 2019 under the Alpha Strike series.
Included contents[]
- 1 Stinger SD-1
- 8 Elite Darts
Details[]
The Stinger SD-1 is a single-fire blaster that primes via a priming handle on the bottom of its handle, similar to the Jolt EX-1. Unlike other Jolt-styled blasters, the Stinger does not feature a trigger guard in front of its firing trigger.
Official description[]
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Start blasting with Alpha Strike blasters from Nerf, the number one blaster brand*! If you’re new to the Nerf brand, Alpha Strike blasters are an awesome way to get into adrenaline-pumping Nerf battles and experience the power and performance of the Nerf brand. They’re easy to use so first-time battlers can begin blasting fast. And if you’re already a Nerf fan, these blasters make great additions for your Nerf collection! The Stinger SD-1 blaster fires 1 dart at a time and is easy to use: Load 1 dart into the barrel, pull the handle to prime, and press the trigger to fire. Small and portable, it’s great for stealth battles and fast-moving games. It comes with 8 Official Nerf Elite darts for multiple reloads. Official Nerf darts are tested and approved for performance and quality and constructed of foam with flexible, hollow tips. No batteries required. |
History[]
The Stinger was given an update in early 2020. Changes made include a different dart post, a non-tapered plunger rod, and a slightly different trigger. All versions of the Stinger to come out after this time would be based on this updated version of the blaster.
It was re-released in 2021 as the Slinger SD-1. It was re-released again in 2023 under the Elite 2.0 series as the Slash.
Color schemes[]
The Stinger SD-1 has been released with the following color schemes:
- Alpha Strike (yellow, orange, and black)
- Mission Ops Set (blue, orange, and black)
- Connect 4 Blast! (red, blue, and orange)
- Connect 4 Blast! (yellow, blue, and orange)
Blaster sets[]
Like the rest of the Alpha Strike line, the Stinger can be bought in several blaster sets. This includes the Battalion Set, a multi-pack with the Lynx SD-1, the Mission Ops Set, the Ultimate Mission Pack, and the Infantry Pack, as well as the Stinger's 4 Pack, 8 Pack, and its Targeting Set.
It was also included in the Hasbro Gaming Connect 4 Blast! set.
Trivia[]
- The Stinger is currently the cheapest Nerf blaster to date.
- The blaster shares a name with the 2013 Dart Tag Stinger, another Jolt-style blaster.
- The Stinger SD-1 was the first Alpha Strike blaster to get re-released in other color schemes.
Gallery[]
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| The full image gallery for Stinger SD-1 may be viewed at Stinger SD-1/Gallery. |
External links[]
Stinger SD-1 on the Nerf website (archived link)
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| 2019 | Cobra RC-6 • Fang QS-4 • Lynx SD-1 • Stinger SD-1 • Tiger DB-2 • Wolf LR-1 |
| 2020 | Flyte CS-10 • Hammerstorm • Optic QS-4 • Uppercut • Vanguard LR-1 |
| 2021 | Big Cat DB-2 • Boa RC-6 • Claw QS-4 • Mako RC-6 • Mantis LR-1 • Slinger SD-1 |