# Fully Automatic Elastic Weapons The Rubber Band Machine Gun Can Fire 800 'Rounds' Per Minute By Michael Hines | Published 2013-10-08 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubber-band-machine-gun References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/rubber-band-machine-gun/29272/) & [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1591853389/rubber-band-machine-gun) Classroom rubber band fights will never be the same if the Rubber Band Machine Gun is successfully funded. This [fully automatic weapon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pro-x2-superstrike) of elastic destruction was built by the folks over at XYZbot. It is powered by batteries and is capable of firing 800 "rounds" per minute. In addition to being a fun toy, XYZbot says that its Rubber Band Machine Gun can also be used to teach kids about building and [electric motors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatic-watch-winder). The automatic rubber band gun comes comes disassembled, but all you need to put it together is a screwdriver and a pair of pliers. XYZbot is seeking $10,000 of funding for its project on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antigun-water-toys-jayhayspray20-promotes-change-in-societys-relationship-w) and is currently sitting at $2,900 worth of funding. A donation of $49 or higher gets you your own Rubber Band Machine Gun. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Automatic Rubber Band Guns:** The fully automatic Rubber Band Machine Gun is a fun toy with potential teaching applications. - **DIY Educational Toys:** The disassembled Rubber Band Machine Gun provides an opportunity to learn about building and electric motors. - **Crowdfunded Toys:** XYZbot's Kickstarter campaign for the Rubber Band Machine Gun demonstrates its popularity with consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Manufacturing:** The Rubber Band Machine Gun adds a new twist on traditional toy guns. - **Educational Tools:** The Rubber Band Machine Gun can also be marketed towards educators looking to make learning fun. - **Crowdfunding Platforms:** The success of XYZbot's Kickstarter campaign highlights the potential of crowdfunding for toy and educational product creators. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Creator-Backed Toy Guns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mrbeast.md) - [4-in-1 Gel Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unlocx-gel-blaster.md) - [Compact Gel Capsule Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nerf-pro-gelfire-legion-blaster.md) - [Adult-Targeted Foam Disc Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disc-blaster.md) - [Synchronous Firing Water Guns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/synchronous-firing-water-gun.md) - [Gel-Equipped Toy Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pro-gelfire-mythic.md) - [Power-Free Water Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spyralx.md) - [Anti-Gun Water Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antigun-water-toys-jayhayspray20-promotes-change-in-societys-relationship-w.md) - [Sci-Fi Foam Dart Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ee3-blaster.md)