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(We don't know that the NA4 was succeeded by the M7057. I've changed the article to the present tense as we don't know whether the weapon was phased out. The NA4 is not a defoliant projector, either.)
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{{Weapon Infobox
|name= NA4/Defoliant Projector
| image=[[File:Hellbringers Soldier.png|300px]]
|image=[[File:HW Render M6634Flamethrower-2.png|300px]]
| name=NA4 Flamethrower
[[File:HaloCE-M7057DefoliantProjector.png|300px]]
| manufacturer=
[[File:M7057 Defoliant Projector.png|300px]]<br>
| model=
'''Top to bottom: An M6634 and two variants of M7057.'''
| type=Incendiary projector
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|type=[[Incendiary weapon|Incendiary projector]]
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*[[M6634 flamethrower|M6634/Defoliant Projector]]
| fire=
*[[M7057 flamethrower|M7057/Defoliant Projector]]
| ammotype=Flammable liquid defoliant
**M705 I-Jet
| operation=
|service=[[Human-Covenant War]], post-war conflicts
| rate of fire= Continuous
|affiliation=UNSC Marine Corps
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The '''NA4/Defoliant Projector'''{{Ref|'''[[Halo: The Essential Visual Guide]]''', ''page 69''|Id=EVG}} is a type of incendiary projector used by the [[UNSC Marine Corps]], primarily by the [[Hellbringers]]. It is a designation which encompasses at least three distinct weapons.


{{Quote|A variety of mixtures have been created for work in various atmospheric and gravitational conditions, but they all work similarly to fry just about anything.|Description of the NA4 flamethrower}}
==Variants==
===M6634/Defoliant Projector===
{{Main|M6634 flamethrower}}
The M6634 Defoliant Projector is a large weapon which fires a napalm defoliant, often fed to the weapon by an external tank carried on the user's back. It was often used by Hellbringers in the early years of the [[Human-Covenant War]], including at the [[Harvest campaign]], [[Battle for Arcadia]] and [[Battle of Trove]]. The M6634 is compatible with the [[M301 grenade launcher]] attachment.{{Ref/Game|HW|[[campaign]]}}{{Ref|''[[Halo Wars: Official Strategy Guide]]'', chapter "Factions", section "Barracks Units"|Id=Prima}}


The '''NA4 flamethrower''' is a type of incendiary projector used by the [[UNSC Marine Corps]], primarily by the [[Hellbringers]]. Similar in function to the [[M7057/Defoliant Projector]], the NA4 is much larger and bulkier; rather than being attached to the frame of the projector, the fuel tank is carried on the user's back, allowing greater fuel capacity. In addition, the weapon can use a variety of flammable defoliants to compensate for the range of atmospheric and gravitational conditions it can be used in, including highly adherent napalm and oxide-mixed fuel.<ref>[http://www.halowars.com/GameInfo/barracks.aspx#flamethrower '''Halo Wars Official Site:''' ''Flamethrower'']</ref> It is unknown whether the weapon was phased out of service or continued to serve alongside the smaller and more portable M7057.
===M7057/Defoliant Projector===
{{Main|M7057 flamethrower}}
The M7057 Defoliant Projector is a somewhat smaller and more portable variant. Instead of napalm, the M7057 uses Pyrosene-V for ammunition, and has a gas tank located on the back of weapon rather than on the user's back. The M7057 is more decorative, with a face of a shark painted on the heat shroud. It saw use throughout the Human-Covenant War, particularly in its latter years.{{Ref/Reuse|EVG}}{{Ref|''[[Halo: Silent Storm]]'', chapter 10|Id=SSIJet}}


The NA4's primary function is to rout entrenched enemies. As such, NA4 users have a high attrition rate, despite the devastating damage they can inflict, due to the exposed fuel tanks which pose a critical vulnerability. The NA4 is compatible with the [[M301 Grenade Launcher]] attachment which can be used to launch [[flashbang grenade]]s. Hellbringers often do so before rushing enemy positions.
At least two versions of the M7057 exist. One of these has a nozzle which extends well beyond the heat shroud, and also has a large fuel tank protruding from the rear of the weapon, which can be removed and replaced on the battlefield to refill the weapon's fuel supply.{{Ref/Game|HPC|[[Halo: Combat Evolved Manual|manual]], page 13}} The second lacked this larger fuel tank, opting for a smaller one mounted just beneath the rear handle. Its nozzle was also much shorter, only barely extending beyond the heat shroud.{{Ref/Site|D=01|M=6|Y=2020|URL=http://halo.bungie.net/projects/halo3/content.aspx?link=h3flamethrower|Site=Bungie.net|Page=M7057 / Defoliant Projector|Id=BNet}}
 
====M705 Incendiary Jet Tool====
The M705 Incendiary Jet Tool, often nicknamed the "I-Jet", is a compact variant of the M7057 which is suitable for use in a vacuum. It is fed by a tank-pack, and uses self-oxidizing fuel. It existed in the early years of the Human-Covenant War.{{Ref/Reuse|SSIJet}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery widths="150" orientation="landscape">
<gallery>
File:Na4FT.jpg|A closeup of the NA4.
File:HW Hellbringer Concept 2.jpg|Concept art of a Hellbringer with an M6634.
File:Screenshot 6 preview.jpg|An NA4 being carried out of an [[M312 Heavy Recovery Vehicle]] by a Hellbringer.
File:HW_UNSCAssault_Concept.jpg|Concept art of an M6634 being carried out of an [[M312 Elephant]] by a Hellbringer.
File:FlamethrowerCompare.jpg|Comparison of the very similar structure between the NA4 and M7057.
File:H3-Concept-M7057DP-Angles.png|A conceptual render of an M7057.
File:HCE-M7057DP-HUD-FirstPerson.jpg|Wielding an M7057 in first-person, in ''Halo: CE for PC''.
File:Flamethrower HCE 2.jpg|A [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Mark V|MJOLNIR Mark V]]-clad [[Spartan]] with an M7057 variant.
File:Halo-3-20070810044503823.jpg|A [[Spartan]] holding an M7057 on [[Snowbound]].
File:HW Render M6634Flamethrower-1.png|A render of an M6634 in ''Halo Wars''.
File:HWunit Hellbringers.png|A render of two Hellbringers wielding M6634s.
File:Flame render.jpg|Hellbringers involved in a battle, wielding M6634s.
File:HW floodhellbringers.jpg|[[Flood]]-infected Hellbringers, still clutching their flamethrowers.
File:MERCH HellbringerNA4.jpg|A closeup of the M6634.
File:FlamethrowerCompare.jpg|Comparison of the very similar structure between the M6634 and M7057.
File:HW2 - Hellbringer.png|Artwork of a Hellbringer with an M7057.
File:HLW Flamethrower.jpg|[[Hala]] using an M7057 to set a fire around a {{Class|Sahara|heavy prowler}}.
</gallery>
</gallery>


==List of appearances==
==List of appearances==
*''[[Halo Wars]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo: Combat Evolved]]'' {{C|''Halo: The Master Chief Collection'' only}}
*''[[Halo: Combat Evolved (PC port)|''Halo: Combat Evolved'' for PC]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo Graphic Novel]]''
*''[[Halo 3]]''
*''[[Halo Wars]]''
*''[[Halo 3: ODST]]''
*''[[Halo Wars 2]]''
*''[[Halo: Silent Storm]]''
*''[[Halo: Lone Wolf]]''


==Sources==
==Sources==
<references/>
{{Ref/Sources}}


{{UNSC Infantry Weapons}}
{{UNSC support weapons}}
[[Category:Flamethrowers]]
[[Category:Incendiary weapons]]

Latest revision as of 15:25, May 17, 2023

NA4/Defoliant Projector
A render of the M6634 flamethrower from Halo Wars.

HaloCE-M7057DefoliantProjector.png M7057 Defoliant Projector.png
Top to bottom: An M6634 and two variants of M7057.

Production overview

Type:

Incendiary projector

Variants:

Specifications

Rate of fire:

Continuous

Service history

In service:

Human-Covenant War, post-war conflicts

 

The NA4/Defoliant Projector[1] is a type of incendiary projector used by the UNSC Marine Corps, primarily by the Hellbringers. It is a designation which encompasses at least three distinct weapons.

Variants[edit]

M6634/Defoliant Projector[edit]

Main article: M6634 flamethrower

The M6634 Defoliant Projector is a large weapon which fires a napalm defoliant, often fed to the weapon by an external tank carried on the user's back. It was often used by Hellbringers in the early years of the Human-Covenant War, including at the Harvest campaign, Battle for Arcadia and Battle of Trove. The M6634 is compatible with the M301 grenade launcher attachment.[2][3]

M7057/Defoliant Projector[edit]

Main article: M7057 flamethrower

The M7057 Defoliant Projector is a somewhat smaller and more portable variant. Instead of napalm, the M7057 uses Pyrosene-V for ammunition, and has a gas tank located on the back of weapon rather than on the user's back. The M7057 is more decorative, with a face of a shark painted on the heat shroud. It saw use throughout the Human-Covenant War, particularly in its latter years.[1][4]

At least two versions of the M7057 exist. One of these has a nozzle which extends well beyond the heat shroud, and also has a large fuel tank protruding from the rear of the weapon, which can be removed and replaced on the battlefield to refill the weapon's fuel supply.[5] The second lacked this larger fuel tank, opting for a smaller one mounted just beneath the rear handle. Its nozzle was also much shorter, only barely extending beyond the heat shroud.[6]

M705 Incendiary Jet Tool[edit]

The M705 Incendiary Jet Tool, often nicknamed the "I-Jet", is a compact variant of the M7057 which is suitable for use in a vacuum. It is fed by a tank-pack, and uses self-oxidizing fuel. It existed in the early years of the Human-Covenant War.[4]

Gallery[edit]

  • Concept art of a Hellbringer with an M6634.

    Concept art of a Hellbringer with an M6634.

  • Concept art of an M6634 being carried out of an M312 Elephant by a Hellbringer.

    Concept art of an M6634 being carried out of an M312 Elephant by a Hellbringer.

  • A conceptual render of an M7057.

    A conceptual render of an M7057.

  • Wielding an M7057 in first-person, in Halo: CE for PC.

    Wielding an M7057 in first-person, in Halo: CE for PC.

  • A MJOLNIR Mark V-clad Spartan with an M7057 variant.

    A MJOLNIR Mark V-clad Spartan with an M7057 variant.

  • A Spartan holding an M7057 on Snowbound.

    A Spartan holding an M7057 on Snowbound.

  • A render of an M6634 in Halo Wars.

    A render of an M6634 in Halo Wars.

  • A render of two Hellbringers wielding M6634s.

    A render of two Hellbringers wielding M6634s.

  • Hellbringers involved in a battle, wielding M6634s.

    Hellbringers involved in a battle, wielding M6634s.

  • Flood-infected Hellbringers, still clutching their flamethrowers.

    Flood-infected Hellbringers, still clutching their flamethrowers.

  • A closeup of the M6634.

    A closeup of the M6634.

  • Comparison of the very similar structure between the M6634 and M7057.

    Comparison of the very similar structure between the M6634 and M7057.

  • Artwork of a Hellbringer with an M7057.

    Artwork of a Hellbringer with an M7057.

  • Hala using an M7057 to set a fire around a Sahara-class heavy prowler.

    Hala using an M7057 to set a fire around a Sahara-class heavy prowler.

List of appearances[edit]

Sources[edit]

  1. ^ a b Halo: The Essential Visual Guide, page 69
  2. ^ Halo Wars, campaign
  3. ^ Halo Wars: Official Strategy Guide, chapter "Factions", section "Barracks Units"
  4. ^ a b Halo: Silent Storm, chapter 10
  5. ^ Halo: Combat Evolved for PC, manual, page 13
  6. ^ Bungie.net, M7057 / Defoliant Projector (Retrieved on Jun 1, 2020) [archive]

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