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CPS 4100Stats
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| Reservoir Volume
| 2.4L - 84.5oz
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| Firing Chamber Volume
| 631mL - 22.2oz
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| Range
| Level
| 45 Degrees
| Output/sec
| Shot Time
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| 2.5x
| 8.5m - 28.05'
| 11.5m - 37.95'
| 105mL - 3.7oz
| 6.0 Seconds
| 4x
| 9m - 29.07'
| 12m - 39.6'
| 159mL - 5.6oz
| 4.0 Seconds
| 8.5x
| 10m - 33'
| 13m - 42.9'
| 287mL - 10.1oz
| 2.2 Seconds
| Typhoon Blast
| 7m - 23.1'
| 9m - 29.7'
| 162mL - 5.7oz
| 3.9 Seconds
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| Pumps
| 18
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| Pump Volume
| 50mL - 1.76oz
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| Shots Per Tank
| 3.8
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Ratings
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| Power
| 7
| Weight
| 7
| Mobility
| 8
| Intimidation
| 7
| Soakage
| 8
| Durability
| 8
| Efficiency
| 7
| Overall
| 7.5
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Basic Information
The
CPS 4100 was released in 2002 and was one of the last blasters to be
released in the great CPS line before Larami were purchased by
Hasbro. The gun was basically a recoloured Monster (2001) with
its quickfill capabilities removed. So while it was nothing new,
it gave people a chance who missed out on the Monster (2001) to not
miss out this time and have the chance to see what they missed.
The gun had 4 nozzles, a good sized pressure chamber and a good general
performance aspect, it was, however, not as good as what we have seen
before, which gives a bit of an idea of how Larami could have been
running out of ideas.
The Gun
The
CPS 4100 is a fairly mid sized gun. Not too big, not too small,
while still having a decent and intimidating size. The colours of
the gun are pretty nice and funky. A mostly grey body with a
transparent blue pice that lets you see the pressure chamber, mixed in
with some red cosmetic pieces and a yellow reservoir tank. The
nozzle selector is also nicely placed and makes the gun still look like
it means business.
The
guns reservoir volume is a little less than other CPS weapons, it is
about on par with guns like the CPS 1000 and 1200, so for its size it
could do with a little bit more water storage, but alas, not so.
However its quite light to me and the strap is always an added bonus.
Carrying
the gun it is ok, although not as comfortable as other guns like the
CPS 1000, 1200, 1500/1700 .etc. While not weighing you down it is
a little awkward and a bit bulky for its size. As usual the strap
isn't the best, not the most comfortable or reliable, although its okay
for what it is. Again when its gets fairly worn (tends to come
off) it could be useful replacing with a better strap.
The
firing chamber of the CPS 4100 holds a good amount of water just a
little more than a CPS 2500. Again its not as much as other guns,
but it will get you through. Even though the nozzles aren't as
big as guns like the CPS 1500/1700 and 2500, it doesn't mean to say you
can go mental with the trigger, remember, most guns from the CPS line
drain the water fast (because that's the way I like it! :P.
The
pump on the CPS 4100, unlike most other guns its size like the CPS 1000
and 1200, is tracked, which is a huge advantage meaning that it won't
break easily if misused. It glides along smoothly and gets a good
amount of water in per stroke. It is also faster pumping this up
to full pressure than guns like the CPS 1500 and 2500 and is pretty
much on par with guns its size like the CPS 1000 and 1200.
However, while the pump is tracked and strong, it should be noted that
some of the grey plastic it glides along feels very flimsy and thin, so
you still need to be careful.
The
trigger on the CPS 4100, while being a bit harder and less smoother to
pull than others, still is very good and solid. It should be
noted though that on CPS 4100's that were made in 2003 and after
(SoakerTag boxes and original boxes which apparently had no 'extreme
water soakage' line on the back of the box) had very flimsy triggers
and trigger valves which broke very easily. However since the
original 2002 version is being reviewed this problem doesn't apply.
The
CPS 4100 has 4 nozzles. They are 2.5x, 4x, 8.5x and a Typhoon
nozzle. This offers great flexibility. 2.5x you can
conserve with while still soaking a fair bit. The 4x nozzle is a
good medium nozzle, it soaks but doesn't fully waste water quickly,
probably one of the most useful nozzles on the gun. Then there's
the 8.5x which deliveres a very soaking stream which if hits will soak
a lot, it also however uses up water a lot. Then there is the
Typhoon setting, which is only really useful if there is a bunch of
people attacking in one place.
Performance
The
CPS 4100 performs good. It is on par powerwise with guns its
size, although against bigger guns like the CPS 1500/1700 and 2500 it
struggles, the pressure chamber and nozzle just can't keep up.
However, it has a good range of nozzles which can outpower a lot of
other smaller soakers and soakers its size. It also has good
range for which can easily wipe out all the soakers that came after it
and also ones that were around its time and before. Since it was
in the age of the CPS series anyway you'll still be intimidating with
it. Its flexibility linked in with good performance is why the
CPS 4100 is still good today and is still a wise weapon to use fighting
or just for fun (after, that's what soaking is about, uncomplicated
fun).
Battle Endurance & Tactics
The
CPS 4100 while having good performance, is still liable to getting
outdone by heavy gun users like the CPS 1500/1700, 2500, 2700, 3000 and
3200. The firing chamber to reservoir volume isn't like what it
is on guns like the CPS 2500. While the firing chamber is small,
its reservoir volume is lower than guns like the CPS 2500, so there are
less shots. What makes things worse is that power and range are
less than bigger and heavier guns, so fighting alone against them is
very tough. While the nozzles are a bit smaller while still
soaking and provide more flexibility, the problem still remains.
In a big battle you also won't be able to go as long as larger guns, so
to get more water will be like skating on thin ice with all of those
around you. The CPS 4100 however is on par with guns its size and
can wipe out all newer guns and older smaller guns. And that is a
lot of guns which commonly, a fair few people would have.
However,
despite the problems, the CPS 4100 is still a very good weapon to use
in lots of different battles and there are also ways in which to get
round problems you may encounter with it. After all, the CPS 4100
was part of the great CPS line so you know your getting good performace
capable of kicking some ass. One way to get round fighting heavy
users is fighting in groups, flocks, swarms whatever you want to call
it. This way will make the heavy users waste water more.
Your also lighter so you are able to be more nifty which means you can
dodge shots a little better. However still tap shots and staying
as conserving as possible are always essential. If you are alone
because your swarm has either split up or it is every man for himself,
you will want to stay away from larger guns as much as possible, only
attacking them when they are vulnerable. You can also stay away
from the higher end and find the on par with you end and smaller gun
user end and start swapming those. You'll probably be more
competitive there and still be able to stand things when they get
tough. Do good shots, only do them when you think its going to
work, you don't want to waste a full shot that misses and become on the
edge.
Fighting
against the CPS 4100 depends on the gun you use. If you have
something like a CPS 1500/1700 or higher than you don't really need to
fear much as long as you keep your cool, conserve water. However
using a CPS 1500/1700 you are probably a little more even with a CPS
4100, as with a good user a CPS 4100 can last longer. Anything
higher like a CPS 2500 your pretty over CPS 4100 territory. If
your using a gun on par with the CPS 4100 then its going to be pretty
close. However guns like the CPS 1000 and 1200 don't have
flexibility, as large firing chamber's and less shots per tank, so
conservation is the key. However you can be more mobile with
these guns and there is also the possibility of fighting in groups
again which with guns smaller but powerful guns like that can be prove
to be pretty formidable. If your using smaller guns than that
which could even go down to air pressure ones, your gonna need a fairly
large group despite being pretty nifty.
Overall
The
CPS 4100 is a very good soaker to have. It might not have the
power, range and not as large factor as guns like the CPS 1500/1700,
2000, 2500, 2700, 3000 and 3200, it is however a good all round gun
which for the price offers what you need in a gun from the great CPS
line. It is also a bit cheaper now than other large guns on eBay,
although it is still however not cheap. You might also be lucky
enough to still find them in stores. I found three old versions
in my local ToyWorld last month, but passed on buying them and now that
store shut down. Still, it shows there is hope of finding some
older good stuff out there. If you see one, buy it, you'll be
happy with it. Compared to the new soakers as well and a lot of
older ones the CPS 4100 outperformes them. However keep in mind
the trigger issue if you get a different version than the one being
reviewed here. Once again this gun is also great for entertaining.
Bottom line, another old classic CPS gun, if you see it, buy it and start blowing the Max Infusion line away!
Pros
+Looks good and fairly intimidating
+Good power, range and soakage
+Good size
+Tracked pump and strong construction
+Great nozzle flexibility
+Good shot time
+Good balance to weight ratio
Cons
-Trigger can be flimsy (depends on version)
-Plastic around pump flimsy
-A little underpowered for size
-Uses water quick if not careful
-Small reservoir
-A bit bulky for size
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