When you think of a Nerf Minigun, or gatling gun, you think of the baddest, most fear-producing dart blasters that reign supreme in a Nerf battle. Not only are they large, but they hold a lot of ammo, and have intimidating features.
A Nerf minigun is one that has rotating barrels and is either chain-fed or has large drums to keep you firing fast for a long time.
The minigun dart blasters on this list are the best of those that fit this criteria, to bring you the feel of a true mini gun in dart-flinging form.
The Best Nerf Minigun
So what is the best Nerf minigun? The best Nerf brand minigun is Nerf N-Strike Elite Titan CS-50, as it is the only one that fits the description. However, there are some more options that perform better for a more reasonable price.
Our choice for the top Nerf Minigun is the XShot Crusher because it is the highest quality for the price. The Crusher looks the most like a real minigun, includes a 35-dart belt, and 48 darts. With slam fire, it shoots about 4 darts per second at up to 80 feet per second!
That said, this was not an easy decision as the other two on this list are very impressive and worth checking out.
Here Are the 3 Best Nerf Miniguns of 2023
| 1. Zuru XShot Crusher | Read Review |
| 2. Adventure Force V-Twin | Read Review |
| 3. Nerf N-Strike Elite Titan CS-50 | Read Review |
What’s the Difference?
- The V-Twin is battery-powered and automatic. It includes a smaller chain and fewer darts, but is cheaper and has a slightly higher fire rate.
- The Titan CS-50 is the only actual Nerf brand minigun. It has a 50-dart drum instead of a chain but is much more expensive.
1. Zuru X-Shot Crusher
Best Nerf Minigun
Say hello to the XShot Excel Crusher, a chain-fed beast that is spring powered and requires no batteries.
If you are not familiar with the XShot name, they are a solid Nerf alternative brand that has been making some solid dart blasters.
The lowest orange handle allows you to insert, load, and lock the chain with ease.
To fire this blaster you prime with the top white handle and then pull the trigger to fire one dart. It has a range of up to 90 feet and shoots up to 80 feet per second.
While some may prefer a fully auto blaster, the Crusher can still unleash about 4 darts per second with slam fire. Each shot causes the barrels to rotate and holding the trigger while pumping the top handle makes it fire continuously.
This blaster comes with a 35 dart chain, and 48 XShot darts so you have plenty extra. You can also use other full-length darts you have laying around as this gun is universally compatible.
Additional sections of the 35 dart chain are available to purchase as well, if you want to increase the ammo capacity even more!
The XShot Crusher is available in the white color seen above, or in red.
Who Should Buy The XShot Crusher
If you are looking for a Nerf war ender(or starter!), that won’t break the bank, this is the one.
This one is the best X-Shot dart blaster and provides the most value for your money right now in the toy dart minigun department.
The biggest con is that buying additional belts will be another $10+, but they include more darts. I also think the XShot darts are better than the standard Nerf elite darts.
Specs:
- Ammo Type: Zuru darts
- Ammo Capacity: 35 darts+
- Velocity: Up to 80 feet per second
- Fire-Rate: 4 darts per second
- Powered: Spring-powered
Reasons to Buy:
- Best looking Minigun
- Extendable chain (Additional Purchase)
- Smooth Ergonomics
- Compatible with other dart brands
Reasons to Avoid:
- Not Full Auto
Alternative: XShot Excel Omega
The Omega, the Crusher’s little brother, is similar in looks, a little less smooth, and smaller. This may be a better option for younger kids as has a good performance. While it has a smaller 30-dart belt, it includes 98 darts and some targets for less money than the Crusher.
2. Adventure Force V-Twin
Close Runner Up
The Adventure Force V-Twin is a flywheel-powered automatic minigun blaster that spits darts with ease.
Pop in 6 AA batteries and you are ready to fire from the hip with a rev and firing trigger.
The V-Twin includes a 30 darts chain, and 30 waffle-head darts, which perform better than standard darts.
While the outer barrels rotate, all the darts fire out of the large center one. When firing, it whips darts up to and over 80 feet per second, which is a bit harder than the standard Nerf gun.
Two included ammo storage drums can hold another 30 darts all together and act as support for the ammo chain. When reloading, you can pop the whole chain out by opening the top, but it is probably easier to just load it while it is still in.
If you want to get wild, you can find extra ammo chains and link them by popping out a pin and connecting them.
Who Should Buy The V-Twin Dart blaster
If you prefer an automatic minigun over having to pump, this is a solid choice. However, this blaster does not function without the 6 AA batteries.
It can be hard to find extra ammo chain links for this, but very fun to use. This blaster shoots standard Nerf darts, but not very well, as it is not designed to.
Specs:
- Ammo Type: Dart Zone Waffle Head
- Ammo Capacity: 30 rounds
- Velocity: Over 80 fps
- Range: 80 feet
- Fire-Rate: 5 rounds per second
- Powered: 6 AA batteries
Reasons to Buy:
- Fully Automatic
- High Fire Rate
- Extendable chain (Additional Purchase)
Reasons to Avoid:
- Ammo chain can jam if you’re not paying attention
Alternative: Dart Zone Super Commando Scorpion
The Scorpion has been around for a while and shoots harder than the V-Twin. The downside is you can extend the belt, but you can buy extra ones. Dart Zone and Adventure Force are pretty much the same brand for different stores.
3. Nerf N-Strike Elite Titan CS-50
The Nerf Minigun
The Nerf N-Strike Elite Titan CS-50 is a fun full-auto Nerf blaster that you didn’t know you needed.
Holding the largest Nerf drum made, this 50-dart spammer, is one of the biggest nerf guns ever released. Along with the drum, 50 darts are included to fill it up.
You’ll need to pick up 4 D Type batteries, but then you will be slinging darts without having to prime. Firing this just requires holding the front rev trigger and then holding down the thumb trigger to empty the drum.
The outer portion of the barrel spins as you are launching darts, but they just come out of the one-center barrel.
Other features include a left access door to clear jams, and a tactical rail on top for N-strike attachments.
Who Should Buy The Titan Nerf Minigun
Unfortunately, the price tag is high on this one and it is not for everyone. While it is a lot of fun to tote and shoot, The Titan CS-50 won’t amaze with its performance.
The main draw is its intimidating size and high ammo capacity. It is available on Amazon, but you can find a better price on eBay, new or used.
Specs:
- Ammo Type: Elite Darts
- Ammo Capacity: 50 darts
- Velocity: 70 feet per second
- Fire-Rate: 3 rounds per second
- Powered: 4 D-cell batteries
Reasons to Buy:
- Fully Automatic
- Very fun to shoot
- Includes Biggest ammo drum!
Reasons to Avoid:
- Quite expensive
- Slower fire rate and FPS
Alternative: Nerf Mega Mastodon
The Mega Mastodon is another beast that comes even with a shoulder strap to bear its power. It is the closest thing to a minigun in the Nerf Mega series, and our choice for the best one.
[BONUS] ArtCreativity Electronic Gatling Toy
Nerf Style Gatling Gun
While all the toy dart blasters on list are referred to as either Nerf Miniguns or Gatling guns, this is the only true Nerf Gatling gun I could find. This is definitely not name brand, but this ArtCreativity Gatling dart blaster is very cool with the actual crank-style firing system.
The blaster rotates 360 degrees on the included tripod, and can also be fired full-auto without the crank. While I’m unsure exactly how hard this one shoots, it is advertised for kids ages 6+ and includes safety glasses.
Also included with the purchase is the 25 dart belt, 25 soft darts, a rechargeable battery with charger, and a removable scope.
There is some assembly required, as the main parts come separated for shipping purposes. The parts lock into place and require no tools, even the scope can slide on the rail and be hand tightened.
Who Should Buy The ArtCreativity Gatling Dart Blaster
I can’t definitively say this one is worth the price, but definitely worth checking out. It is about double the cost of the Crusher and the V-Twin, but includes more and has some unique features.
Batteries are expensive, and in the long run, this rechargeable one does save that cost. This one could be an awesome addition to inspire some cool Nerf war games.
Specs:
- Ammo Type: 2.75″ suction darts
- Ammo Capacity: 25 darts
- Velocity: Unknown
- Fire-Rate: About 3 darts per second
Reasons to Buy:
- Auto fire, and Gatling crank fire modes
- Rechargeable battery and charger included
- Awesome paint job
Reasons to Avoid:
- Some jamming issues
- More expensive than the top 2 choices
Why Buy a Nerf Minigun?
These are unique and look awesome, but don’t shoot too hard, so that makes them great gifts for kids. The automatic Nerf guns allow frustration-free firing without the hassle of having to try to prime the blaster every time.
Having higher ammo capacity is also very fun, letting you enjoy firing the blaster a bit longer and avoid having to reload every few shots. With the exception of the Titan CS-50, these all are budget-friendly as well.
One main concern is the weight and bulkiness, but they really aren’t that bad. A dart-blasting minigun is a great way for youngsters to feel the power without actually doing too much damage.
However, for the older kids, I would recommend breaking out the eye protection and checking out the most powerful Nerf guns!
Final Thoughts
Pulling out a blaster like these ones is always a good time and is sure to get some fun reactions.
However, if you aren’t so dead set on getting a blaster with the minigun barrel style, there are some great options with better performance.
Though they will cost more, I will always recommend something in the Nerf Rival series as the best out now. There are few that hold hundred of rounds and are much easier to load with the hoppers on top.
Thanks for reading and happy Nerfing!