The Springfield Armory Echelon 9mm delivers striker-fired reliability with advanced optics-ready capability and enhanced grip ergonomics. This Gear Up package includes extended capacity magazines and essential accessories for immediate deployment.
What Makes This Different
The Echelon features Springfield's Central Operating Group (COG) system that simplifies maintenance while providing consistent trigger performance. Unlike traditional striker-fired designs, the COG allows complete fire control group removal without tools. The pistol ships optics-ready with a factory-milled slide accepting popular red dot sights, eliminating aftermarket modifications.
Key Features
- Central Operating Group (COG) system for simplified maintenance and consistent performance
- Factory optics-ready slide with direct-mount capability for major red dot brands
- Adaptive Grip Texture (AGT) with interchangeable backstraps for custom fit
- Gear Up package includes 25-round extended magazines and tactical accessories
- Ambidextrous controls including slide stop and magazine release
- Enhanced trigger with approximately 5.5-pound pull weight and clean break
- Tactical rack U-notch rear sight paired with fiber optic front sight
Field testing demonstrates consistent accuracy potential of 2.5-inch groups at 25 yards with quality ammunition. The pistol functions reliably across temperature ranges from -20°F to 140°F. Law enforcement agencies report successful deployment in duty applications, while competitive shooters appreciate the consistent trigger reset and optics compatibility for USPSA Production Optics division.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Barrel Length: 4.5 inches
- Overall Length: 8.0 inches
- Height: 5.75 inches (approximate with standard magazine)
- Weight: 25 ounces unloaded
- Magazine Capacity: Standard 17 rounds, extended 25 rounds included
- Frame Material: Polymer with steel chassis
- Slide Material: Forged carbon steel with Melonite finish
- Sight Radius: 6.6 inches
- Country of Origin: USA
Springfield Armory backs the Echelon with their standard manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. The Gear Up configuration provides immediate operational capability with extended magazines and accessories that would otherwise require separate purchase.