Fire-Breathing, Carry Gun! NEW Springfield Armory Echelon 4.0C Comp

Springfield Armory has taken the popularity of their Echelon pistol, and absolutely run with it! With threaded barrels, varying magazine capacities, and unique colorways, it is a fully-built-out suite of handguns. Now, to add to that mix is the new Echelon 4.0C Comp 9mm!

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Specs - Springfield Armory Echelon 4.0C Comp 9mm

The Echelon 4.0C Comp is going to share all of the characteristics that we have come to know from the original Echelon 4.0C with one prominent difference: an integrally compensated barrel. This should afford shooters flatter shooting, a faster recovery onto your sights, and a bit of Mario firepower to go along with it.

• Cartridge: 9mm
• Barrel: 4" Hammer Forged Steel, Melonite® Finish, 1:10
• Slide: Billet Machined, Melonite® Finish, Optics-Ready, Integral Compensator
• Frame: Black Polymer, Small Grip Module
• Sights: Tritium / Luminescent Front, Tactical Rack U-Dot™ Rear
• Recoil System: Captive
• Grip Width: 1.2"
• Magazines: (1) 15-Round | (1) 18-Round
• Weight: 24 oz w/ Flush Mag | 25 oz w/ Extended Mag
• Length: 7.25"
• Height: 5.125" w/ Flush Mag | 6.125" w/ Extended Mag

The standard capacity configuration of the Echelon 4.0C Comp is going to come with one 15-round and one 18-round magazine. If you live in an area that has less freedom than the rest of us, Springfield Armory does also offer a 15-round only package with two magazines, and a 10-round magazine package as well. All of those variants are listed below and they have identical MSRPs of $749.

• Echelon 4.0C Comp | SKU: EC9409B-U-COMP
• Echelon 4.0C Comp (15-Round Capacity) | SKU: EC9409B-U-COMP15
• Echelon 4.0C Comp (10-Round Capacity) | SKU: EC9409BLC-U-COMP

A Word from Springfield Armory on the Echelon 4.0C Comp

“Engineered for carry, the Echelon™ 4.0C Comp retains the key features of the full-size model, with a shorter 4-inch barrel and compact frame for enhanced concealability. The integral compensated slide assembly hosts a single port that redirects gas upward to reduce muzzle rise and improve control. Its revolutionary Variable Interface System provides unmatched direct-mount compatibility with today's leading red dot sights, complemented by tritium U-Dot irons for fast target acquisition. The serialized Central Operating Group is housed in a compact frame, offering a 15-round capacity with the flush magazine and 18 rounds with the extended magazine.”

Final Thoughts

Compensated barrels are not simply a popular idea for Springfield Armory, this is a recurring theme we’re seeing throughout the entire gun industry. The benefits are undeniable: ported or compensated barrels make you shoot better - case closed. As always, let us know all of your thoughts about Springfield Armory and their new Echelon 4.0C Comp series of pistols in the Comments below! We always appreciate your feedback.