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Ellen Ripley's (Sigourney Weaver) practical special effects Colonial Marine flamethrower unit from James Cameron's sci-fi horror sequel Aliens. After Ripley used one to flee the Nostromo in Ridley Scott's Alien, the flamethrower became one of the franchise's signature weapons. In Aliens, Colonial Marines Frost (Ricco Ross), Apone (Al Matthews), Dietrich (Cynthia Dale Scott), and Drake (Mark Rolston) all carried M240 incinerator units during the base and hive exploration scenes. This unit screen-matches to the scene where Ripley constructs and ignites a Pulse Rifle/flamethrower combination aboard Dropship 2 after Bishop (Lance Henriksen) rescues her.

Working from designs by concept artist Ron Cobb, SFX supervisor John Richardson created several different versions of each weapon for production. This practicalflamethrower unit was constructed for close-up shots requiring a pilot light and assembled by special effects technician Nick Finlayson. Its design is loosely based on existing military hardware, consisting of two fiberglass M16 rifle shells spliced together in opposite directions with a steel front section based on an M203 grenade launcher, a green polyester shoulder strap, a brass coupler affixed to the butt, aluminum and resin detailing, and a Colt Patent Firearms logo embossed.

To simulate full functionality, this unit emitted a steady pilot flame operated via a gas canister concealed in the frame and regulated with an on-off flow valve. It was used specifically for pilot light shots with the small flame. Since production, the weapon has been fully deactivated for safety reasons. The flamethrower is painted green with brown, black, and silvertone details, and exhibits nicks, stains, and chipped paint from production use and age. It remains in good overall condition with leftover tape remnants around the handle.

Dimensions: 32" x 21" x 6" (81.5 cm x 53.5 cm x 15.25 cm)

Estimate: $30,000 - 50,000