XM42-X Flamethrower W/ Backpack

XM42-X Flamethrower with 2.5-Gallon Backpack Tank

The XM42-X flamethrower with backpack tank is a modular consumer system built around a polymer housing and a spark ignition. This listing is the backpack-tank combination in stealth gray, as shown in the product photo: the wand, a gray XM42 polymer reservoir, and a black woven fuel hose sold together as a ready-to-use kit.

The wand is designed as a fully modular system. It has a built-in rail section and can be set up with available grip options so it can be fired in the configuration the operator needs. A rechargeable lithium-polymer battery powers the ignition; the battery and charger are included. After the tank is filled with your chosen fuel, the unit is started by flipping the switch cover and pressing the trigger button, which sends a stream of flaming fuel up to 25 feet.

Backpack tank and carrying setup

This combination is upgraded with the 2.5-gallon extended backpack tank, which adds fuel capacity for longer run time than a smaller onboard tank. The reservoir uses a polymer body with a wide fill opening and a black nylon-weave fuel line meant to stand up to regular field use. Custom padded backstraps help spread the load across the shoulders so the tank stays secure while you work. The layout is ambidextrous, so either hand can run the wand.

Typical jobs for a unit like this include vegetation management, controlled burns and agricultural ground clearing, clearing snow or ice, treating ground insect hives, starting a bonfire, and pyrotechnic displays. Always follow the manufacturer’s operating and safety instructions, keep a clear area of fire control, and confirm that the work is legal at your location before you use it.

Key features

• XM42-X modular wand with polymer housing and spark ignition
• 2.5-gallon polymer backpack tank for extended run time
• Padded, adjustable backstraps and a black nylon-weave fuel hose
• Rechargeable lithium-polymer battery and charger included
• Flaming fuel stream up to 25 feet
• Ambidextrous layout with a built-in rail section
• Not an NFA item; no ATF Form 4473 is required
• Made in the USA

Frequently asked questions

Is the XM42-X flamethrower legal to own? It is not classified as an NFA item and does not require a Form 4473, but it is restricted in some places, including California, Maryland, and the city of Warren, Michigan. California may also require a pyrotechnic license. Check your state, county, and city rules before you buy or use one.

What is included with this model? This listing is the XM42-X wand sold with the 2.5-gallon backpack tank, fuel hose, and padded straps, in stealth gray. A rechargeable battery and charger are included with the XM42-X system.

How far does the fuel stream reach? The ignited fuel stream can reach up to 25 feet, depending on fuel, wind, and how the unit is used.

What can I use it for? Common uses include controlled burns, clearing vegetation or weeds, snow and ice work, ground insect hive control, and starting outdoor fires. It is a serious tool and should be used only where it is lawful and safe to do so.

Available at Glenwood Springs Outdoors, 831 Grand Ave, Glenwood Springs, CO