The Springfield Armory Echelon 9mm delivers advanced striker-fired performance with enhanced modularity and precision engineering. This full-size service pistol combines proven reliability with modern innovations that set new standards for duty and competition use.
What Makes This Different
The Echelon features Springfield's Variable Interface System (VIS) that allows complete customization of grip modules, trigger components, and sight configurations without gunsmith modification. Unlike traditional polymer frames, the serialized chassis system enables users to swap between different grip sizes and textures instantly. The optics-ready slide accommodates popular red dot sights with co-witness iron sights included.
Key Features
- Variable Interface System (VIS) for complete modularity and customization
- Striker-fired action with crisp 5.5-6.5 lb trigger pull
- 20+1 round capacity with flush-fit magazines
- Optics-ready slide cut compatible with major red dot manufacturers
- Ambidextrous controls including slide stop and magazine release
- Cold hammer-forged 4.5-inch barrel with Melonite finish
- Interchangeable backstraps and grip modules for custom fit
Field testing demonstrates consistent sub-3-inch groups at 25 yards with quality ammunition. The low bore axis design reduces muzzle flip during rapid fire sequences, making it effective for competitive shooting and law enforcement applications. Weather-sealed construction maintains function in adverse conditions with proven reliability through 10,000+ round torture tests.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Capacity: 20+1 rounds
- Barrel Length: 4.5 inches
- Overall Length: 8.0 inches
- Height: 5.5 inches
- Width: 1.2 inches
- Weight: 25 oz (unloaded)
- Frame: Polymer with serialized metal chassis
- Finish: Melonite slide, textured polymer frame
- Sights: Co-witness height iron sights, optics ready
- Safety: Trigger safety, firing pin block, drop safety
- Made in USA with lifetime warranty
The Echelon represents Springfield Armory's commitment to innovation while maintaining the reliability standards expected from serious shooters. Its modular design future-proofs the platform for evolving needs and preferences.