Colt 608: The AR15 as a Pilot's Survival Rifle
The Colt Model 608 was an early AR-15 variant designed as a compact survival rifle for US Air Force pilots. It featured a unique breakdown design for stowage in ejection seats, a shortened grip, and a 10-inch barrel. While only about 10 were made, it represented an early exploration of the AR-15 platform's versatility beyond standard military issue.









