The
Super Soaker SS 40 is one of the later-released original generation Super Soaker.
It is slightly smaller in size than the Super Soaker SS 50, but overall has a more rugged
construction. The reservoir does not hold that much water, but considering
its size, the tank will suffice. As this soaker is no longer being manufactured,
the one iSoaker.com has acquired will not be opened for range testing and
shot times. From various accounts from people who have used this soaker,
it does perform well for an early generation water blaster.
One of the main problems
with the SS 40 is its rather small pump volume it has for pressurizing
the tank.
The second major problem is the joint where the reservoir attaches to the
rest of the blaster. The attachment region is a common area for soakers based
on this design to break and/or leak. Otherwise, the blaster is reportedly
quite good.
Of course, being
one of the earlier water blasters, the Super Soaker SS 40 lacks in performance when compared
to the newer water blasters.
Pros
Small, light,
and relatively quick to pump. The classic-sized nozzle translated into longer
shot times and better water conservation.
Cons
Relatively
small reservoir. Blaster based on the pressurized-reservoir system, putting
it at a disadvantage when compared to blasters
with separate firing chambers. Not recommended for going up against anything
larger than an Super Soaker XP 70.
:: Submitted
Reviews
Review By Cheryl
C.
The SS40, I'm sad to say,
is not known very well. This weapon is great for a classic. It should be consideried
as a ultralight assualt rifle because it packs more power than six XP15s combined.
It is pretty durable, but watch out for the part that connects to the bottle.
It might wear down. It holds a nice amount of water considering its rate of
fire. This weapon packs a punch for such a little blaster. Its stream stings
on impact and actually seems to shoot out the nozzle a 2x stream even though
it only has a 1x opening.
Pros: Nice power,
never leaks, nice amount of water.
Cons: The attachment
part to the bottle is poor and it is just too small.
50
