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Throwflame XL18

Throwflame

XL18

Throwflame's long-range backpack system aimed at buyers who want maximum published reach, direct retail availability, and a documented review base.

BackpackCO2-PressurizedPremium

Status

For sale

Current price

$3,450

Availability

In stock on official product page

Published ratings

4.8 avg from 52 reviews
Throwflame X15

Throwflame

X15

A Throwflame backpack platform that gives up XL18-level output for a more approachable price point and longer published firing time.

BackpackCO2-PressurizedPremium

Status

For sale

Current price

$1,699-$1,850

Availability

In stock on official product page

Published ratings

4.9 avg from 88 reviews
Throwflame ARC

Throwflame

ARC

Throwflame's compact all-electric handheld model with a 30-foot published range, direct product-page pricing, and a modular accessory ecosystem.

PortableBattery-PoweredPremium

Status

For sale

Current price

$699-$899

Availability

Standard ARC in stock; ARC Pro listed on backorder

Published ratings

5.0 avg from 21 reviews

At A Glance

The fast read

These are the numbers and context points most buyers use to narrow the field before going deeper.

Throwflame

XL18

Current price

$3,450

Published range

110 ft

Weight

55 lbs

Burn time

6 sec

Throwflame

X15

Current price

$1,699-$1,850

Published range

50 ft

Weight

49 lbs

Burn time

1 min

Throwflame

ARC

Current price

$699-$899

Published range

30 ft

Weight

6 lbs

Burn time

30 min

Fuel & Power

How the platform works

This section is where the real differences show up: pressure system, ignition style, and how demanding the setup is.

Throwflame

XL18

Fuel type

Gasoline or gasoline-diesel mix

Fuel capacity

3.3 gal

Propulsion

CO2

Ignition

Pilot torch

Battery required

No

Napalm compatible

Yes

Throwflame

X15

Fuel type

Gasoline or gasoline-diesel mix

Fuel capacity

3.3 gal

Propulsion

CO2

Ignition

Pilot torch

Battery required

No

Napalm compatible

Yes

Throwflame

ARC

Fuel type

Gasoline only

Fuel capacity

0.4 gal

Propulsion

Electric pump

Ignition

Pushbutton plasma arc ignition

Battery required

Yes

Napalm compatible

No

Construction

What it is built from

Build quality matters a lot in this category, especially once heat, impact, and long-term wear start showing up.

Throwflame

XL18

Build tier

All metal

Materials

Metal backpack platform built around industrial-duty torch and frame hardware

Water resistant

Yes

Corrosion resistant

Yes

Throwflame

X15

Build tier

All metal

Materials

Metal backpack platform with brass torch hardware and a metal tank/frame assembly

Water resistant

Yes

Corrosion resistant

Yes

Throwflame

ARC

Build tier

All metal

Materials

6061 aluminum body and accessory ecosystem

Water resistant

No

Corrosion resistant

Yes

Editorial Context

Why someone picks it

The short list of use cases, support confidence, and safety signals that help a spec sheet feel more human.

Throwflame

XL18

Our score

9.7 / 10
Looks 5/5 • Build 5/5Support 5/5

Best fit

Large-area burn linesBrush clearingSnow and ice removal

Safety notes

  • Manual pilot torch controls
  • CO2-regulated pressure system
  • Modular repairable frame

Throwflame

X15

Our score

9.4 / 10
Looks 5/5 • Build 5/5Support 5/5

Best fit

Controlled burnsProperty maintenanceLong-duration handheld work

Safety notes

  • Manual pilot torch controls
  • CO2 pressure tuning
  • Lifetime warranty support

Throwflame

ARC

Our score

9.2 / 10
Looks 5/5 • Build 5/5Support 4/5

Best fit

Bonfire startsBrush pilesPortable land managementAccessory-based modular setups

Safety notes

  • Pushbutton plasma arc ignition
  • Fast charger included
  • Accessory rail system
  • Optional higher-capacity ARC Pro battery

Quick Read

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