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The XP line was first released in 1994 to replace the original Super Soaker line. XP stands for Extra Power, though in later years it appeared as “Xtra Power.”
The initial release comprised of the XP-75, XP-150, XP-250 and a re-released Super Soaker 300. In 1995 the XP-95, XP-35, and XP-55 where released. 1996 brought the XXP-175 and 275 which where the only double barreled XP blasters ever released. 1998 brought the XP-20, 40, 70,110. Many look at 1998 as the best lineup ever released. 1999 contained the novelty XP-90 pulse fire. 2000 brought an evolution of the 1998 lineup with the XP-220,240,270, and XP-310. 2001 began the decline of the XP line with the XP-Backfire and Triple Charger. 2001 also included a re-release of all 2000 blasters. The only difference is the slogan “Super Soak Me!” (changed from wetter is better) appearing on the box artwork and blaster logo.
In 2002 the XP line was officially replaced by the Max-D system. However certain boxed sets of XP soakers where still available in select stores. Other XP blasters have also been re-released since 2002, a re-released XP-70 has been available as late as 2006.
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Aqua-Zone XP Review section is (c)2000-2007 Frank Smith. All images unless otherwise noted are property of Frank Smith. Unauthorized reproduction of these reviews is strictly prohibited. Page last updated: August 2007
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