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Arisaka 600 Series

Modular scout-style light kit with current Malkoff and SureFire head options

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Quick Specs

Price
$180
Weight
4.8 oz
Brand
Arisaka
Category
light

Features

  • Scout footprint
  • 16650 or 2x CR123A
  • 6061 aluminum
  • Remote switch ready

Capability Boosts

Low Light+2
Mobility+1

Recommended For

Home Defense+2
Duty/Patrol+2
Vehicle Operations

Compatibility Tags

family: modern-riflefamily: ar-patternfamily: pccfamily: shotgunfamily: bullpupinterface: picatinny-tophandguard: mlokinterface: scout-mountsuitable-for: compact

Overview

The Arisaka Defense 600 Series Light represents a modular approach to weapon lighting, allowing users to select from current head options including Malkoff E2HTv3, SureFire KM2-C, and Malkoff infrared heads. With the E2HTv3 head, the light produces 1,050 lumens and 33,000 candela on a 16650 rechargeable cell, or 850 lumens on two CR123A cells. The low-profile 600 Series body provides an unobstructed, close fit when using Arisaka's Inline, Offset, or Side Scout Mounts. This system shares the same mounting footprint as SureFire Scout lights, ensuring compatibility with the vast ecosystem of mounts and switches.

The Malkoff heads are fully potted to withstand recoil during weapon-mounted use, with runtime of approximately one hour on a 16650 cell or 30 minutes on two CR123A batteries. The E2HTv3 is the balanced white-light option, while the SureFire KM2-C adds white/IR switching and the Malkoff EX IR heads serve night-vision-focused builds. The CNC-machined 6061-T651 aluminum body with MIL-A-8625 Type III hard coat anodizing ensures durability across harsh environments.

Arisaka's modular system philosophy allows users to mix and match components based on mission requirements, swapping heads for different applications while maintaining the same body, tailcap, and mount. This flexibility combined with competitive pricing makes the 600 Series an excellent choice for users who demand adaptability without sacrificing performance or reliability.

Key Features

  • Modular system: choose from Malkoff E2HTv3, SureFire KM2-C, or Malkoff IR heads
  • E2HTv3: 1,050 lumens / 33,000 candela with a 16650 rechargeable cell
  • E2HTv3 backup output: 850 lumens with two CR123A cells
  • SureFire KM2-C option adds 350-lumen white light and 120 mW infrared output
  • Power options depend on head choice; E2HTv3 uses one 16650 or two CR123A cells
  • Compatible with all SureFire Scout switches, tailcaps, and mounts
  • CNC-machined 6061-T651 aluminum with Type III hard anodizing
  • E2HTv3 runtime: one hour with 16650 or 30 minutes with two CR123A cells

Pros

  • +Modular head selection optimizes for specific use cases
  • +E2HTv3 beam pattern is strong for close-to-medium carbine use
  • +Full SureFire Scout ecosystem compatibility
  • +Made in the USA with lifetime quality guarantee
  • +Lower cost than comparable Modlite systems
  • +CR123A backup provides operational flexibility
  • +Active community support and excellent customer service

Cons

  • Requires separate purchase of head, tailcap, mount, and switch
  • Less candela output than premium high-throw options
  • Malkoff heads have shorter runtime than some competitors
  • System cost adds up when buying all components

Detailed Specifications

Lumens
1,050 lumens with 16650; 850 lumens with two CR123A cells (E2HTv3)
Candela
33,000 candela with E2HTv3
Runtime
1 hour with 16650; 30 minutes with two CR123A cells
Battery Type
One 16650 rechargeable or two CR123A cells with E2HTv3
Mount Type
SureFire Scout mount interface
Material
6061-T651 aluminum, Type III hard anodized

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