Springfield Echelon 4.0" Pistol, RDR U-Notch - COMP CUT - cal. 9x19mm

Springfield Echelon 4.0" Pistol, RDR U-Notch - COMP CUT cal. 9x19mm

Designed for carry, the Echelon 4.0C retains the key features of the full-size model with compact dimensions. This model is additionally equipped with porting on both the barrel and the slide.

The pistol has been designed according to the latest trends and standards, therefore we achieve full ambidextrous construction as standard: a double magazine release and slide release. The slide release is recessed and well integrated into the grip shape, which reduces the likelihood of the slide not locking back after the last shot with an improper grip. Deep cuts in the slide will certainly facilitate reloading; the designers thought of a wide range of users, and the narrowing for more secure reloading is located at the front of the slide and, as standard, at the rear of the slide.

The heart of the Echelon pistol is a completely new frame system: Central Operating Group (COG). Utilizing the latest manufacturing techniques, the COG is fully compatible and does not require interference with mechanisms to transfer the system between grips. The precisely crafted stainless steel housing protects internal components so that every user does not have to think about their safety. The internal surfaces of the trigger mechanism are made of tool steel and polished to a high gloss to achieve a smooth trigger pull, a clear wall, and a break as well as a short reset.

Built with safety in mind: The Echelon has been designed and tested to exceed SAAMI drop test parameters. In addition to passing rigorous tests, the COG Echelon features a unique second sear system that helps prevent unintentional discharge in the event of a drop.

The Echelon comes with three interchangeable backstraps – each with an integrated installation tool. The backstraps are universal and can be mounted on small, medium, and large grips. Developed with the challenges of concealed carry in mind, the Adaptive Grip texture is smooth to the touch until pressure is applied and the grip is placed on the firearm, at which point the texture prevents excessive movement of the firearm and ensures a good hold with every shot.

Cold hammer-forged barrel of the Echelon has been produced with elite performance in mind. Long regarded as the gold standard in barrel manufacturing, it provides a stronger barrel with a smoother surface, ensuring the highest accuracy and longevity. The internal Melonite coating provides resistance to corrosion and wear.

The cut for the collimator mount features a patent-pending optical mounting system. The Variable Interface System (VIS #polskiakcent) allows users to mount over 30 types of collimators directly onto the slide without the use of mounting plates. This solution gives users the ability to fully configure with the help of specially added mounting pins. Such a mounting system provides a low, direct mounting of the sight, which supports a natural stance and does not force the use of high aftermarket sights.

The Echelon 4.0C utilizes a newly developed magazine for durability, intensive use, and reliable operation. The magazine coated with a black scratch and wear-resistant finish offers a capacity of 9 mm in a new configuration of 15+1 or 18+1.

The new Echelon Comp features an integral compensator designed with a single port and discreetly placed on top of the barrel and slide. By redirecting gas upward, it effectively reduces barrel rise and increases control. The result is a pistol that provides faster and more accurate shots during multiple shots (several shots fired in a short time at a single target). Additionally, the front sight is placed in front of the compensator (looking from the shooter's perspective) to ensure an uninterrupted sight picture.