M2 Flamethrower

The Flamethrower, specifically the M2 flamethrower, is an American made firearm that shoots burning jellied petroleum from a gas tank attached to a tube, propelled by nitrogen gas. It was used by American forces by 1943 and saw service up until 1978.

World War II mod
In the pre-packaged World War II mod, the flamethrower makes its first appearance, being avalable to both the factions as either the M2 or Type 100 flamethrower. The weapon has only 100 "rounds" of ammunition, and no refills. However, the flame acts very similarly to the Napalm of the base game.

Battlefield: Bad Company 2: Vietnam
In Battlefield: Bad Company 2: Vietnam, the Flamethrower is issued to all kits. It has a limited amount of fuel (300 "rounds"), but this allows a continuous spray of fire until it runs out. It doesn't have a reload animation. Any spare gas will be instantly loaded if the reload button is pressed.

Once an enemy is hit by the fire, the fire will continue to slowly deal damage for 7 seconds. Firing continuously can be effective as it doesn't require a reload and ammo is rarely ever a concern, though it can block the player's view. It is even capable of performing a Headshot. The Flamethrower is effective for clearing buildings, bunkers and tunnels, however it is recommended that the player stick with another player for protection at medium/long ranges. The weapon is significantly more effective when used on hardcore mode as it kills enemies in an extremely short period of time. It can also be used to clear vegetation which is useful for rooting out enemy soldiers in some of the more jungle orientated maps such as Cao Son Temple and Hill 137.

Videos
thumb|300px|left|Gameplay with the Flamethrower in Battlefield: Bad Company 2: Vietnam at [[Hill 137 and Vantage Point in Rush mode]]