Springfield Armory Echelon 9mm 4.5″ Optic-Ready 17/20rd
About this product
The Springfield Armory Echelon is a full-size, modular striker-fired pistol chambered in 9mm. It is built around a stainless steel central operating group (COG) with a black polymer grip module and an optics-ready billet slide finished in Melonite. The pistol ships configured with user-facing sights and includes multiple magazines to support practical use.
Key Specifications
- Chambered in 9mm for common defensive and range applications.
- The barrel measures 4.5 inches and is described as hammer-forged steel with a Black Melonite finish and a 1:10 rate of twist.
- The slide is billet machined with a Melonite finish and is noted as optics ready.
- The frame is a black polymer grip module featuring an integral Picatinny rail.
- Sights consist of a tritium front and a U-Dot tactical rack rear for low-light visibility.
- Includes two magazines: a 17-round magazine and a 20-round magazine.
- Features the Central Operating Group (COG) and the VIS optic mounting system for direct-mount compatibility with a range of footprints.
- Recoil mitigation employs a captive recoil system.
- Action type is striker-fired with a manual safety specified for the model.
The Echelon combines a durable steel operating group and Melonite finishes with a modern, optics-forward slide and practical ergonomics. Its modular design and factory-mounted sight package make it suitable for range work and everyday carry-minded owners who prefer a full-size platform with accessory capability and straightforward controls.
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Specs at a glance
Key attributes
| upc | 706397970222 |
| manufacturer | Springfield Armory |
| manufacturer part number | EC9459B-UÂ |
| action | Semi-Auto |
| atf type | Pistol |
| barrel finish | Black Melonite |
| barrel length | 4.5'' |
| caliber/gauge | 9mm |
| capacity | 17-Round 20-Round |
| color | Black |
| length | 8'' |
| magazine included | 1 x 20-Round |
| model | Echelon |
| number of magazines | 2 |
| package height | 2.2 |
| package width | 9.8 |
| product type | Semi-Auto Pistol |
| safety | Manual |
| shipping weight | 3.05 |
| sights | FS: Lum RS: Tact. Rack U-Dot |
| sights type | Tritium Front/Tactical Rack U-Notch Rear |
| slide description | Optic Ready/Serrated |
| state restriction (ca) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
| state restriction (vi) | Virgin Islands |