Springfield Armory® has announced the launch of the new Echelon® Pro Comp line of 9mm pistols, according to The Outdoor Wire Tuesday.
Available in 4.0C compact, 4.0FC hybrid and 4.5F full-size variants, these Echelon Pro pistols add a distinctive set of enhanced features to the modularity and adaptability that define the Echelon series.
The Echelon Pro Comp builds on the proven foundation of the fully ambidextrous Echelon platform with a performance-focused collection of features. Built around the same robust Central Operating Group® and Variable Interface System®, the Echelon Pro pairs a LightForged™ frame featuring aggressive Badlands texture with an integrally compensated slide assembly finished in Springfield Grey Cerakote®. A machined steel flared magwell, stainless steel guide rod, tritium front sight with an orange luminescent ring, and three included extended magazines round out the package.
The Echelon Pro’s LightForged Grip Texture uses precision lasers to sculpt and reform the surface of the grip module, creating a highly defined texture reminiscent of custom stippling with greater consistency and control. The process allows precise shaping of texture geometry and placement across the grip for a refined, repeatable surface with excellent traction and a premium feel. The Echelon Pro debuts this technology with the Badlands pattern, an aggressive “cracked-earth” texture engineered for confident grip and control.
The 4.0C compact model comes with three 18-round extended magazines, while the hybrid-sized 4.0FC (with a 4″ barrel and compact slide paired with a full-size grip module) and the 4.5F full-size each come with three 20-round extended magazines. The flared magwell is removable to allow the use of flush-fit magazines.
Like all Echelon pistols, the modular Echelon Pro Comp pistols’ serialized Central Operating Group allows for easily swapping out grip modules of differing colors and sizes. In addition, the Variable Interface System allows for the direct mounting of today’s most popular optics to the slide. All three variants feature an MSRP of $899.
“At its launch, the Echelon quickly established itself as a premier 9mm duty pistol with cutting-edge performance and a highly modular design,” said Steve Kramer, Vice President of Marketing for Springfield Armory. “The new Echelon Pro takes that solid foundation and adds a wide range of performance-oriented enhancements to further expand this platform’s already impressive capabilities.”
• Echelon® Pro 4.0C Comp 9mm | ECP9409BY-COMP | 706397008758 | MSRP: $899
• Echelon® Pro 4.0FC Comp 9mm | ECP9409BYFC-COMP | 706397008789 | MSRP: $899
• Echelon® Pro 4.5F Comp 9mm | ECP9459BY-COMP | 706397005498 | MSRP: $899
For more information on the Echelon Pro Comp pistols, please visit https://spr-ar.com/r/6280.
