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Springfield Armory Launches Echelon 4.0FC Comp 9mm Pistol

Posted By GunMagStaff On Wednesday, November 11, 2026 04:58 AM. Under Featured  

Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the release of the Echelon® 4.0FC Comp 9mm, a pistol that merges a full-size grip module with a compact slide assembly as well as an integral compensator.

The result is a pistol that combines duty-grade capacity with fast handling and flat-shooting performance in a balanced, do-it-all platform.

At the pistol’s core is Springfield’s Central Operating Group®, providing a serialized foundation for modular performance. Precision built from stainless steel, it is entirely self-contained and can be easily moved between grip modules in seconds.

The pistol also features the Echelon’s revolutionary Variable Interface System®, which enables direct-mount compatibility with a wide range of today’s leading optics. Concealed beneath the slide cover plate, this patent-pending system allows users to mount over 30 optics directly to the slide without the use of adapter plates.

The Echelon 4.0FC Comp’s 4″ barrel and compact slide assembly feature an integral compensator that redirects gas upwards, effectively reducing muzzle rise while enhancing control. The front sight is positioned behind the comp for an uninterrupted sight picture.

The pistol is fully ambidextrous and features four distinct engagement surfaces. A trench cut forward of the action gives shooters a natural index location for press checks and charging the firearm. The back of the slide is flared for positive purchase while deep forward and rear serrations are carried through the corners for a firm grip from any angle.

The pistol is equipped with tritium/luminescent U-Dot™ sights and comes with two magazines — one flush-fit 17-round magazine, and one extended 20-round magazine. Restricted locale models with 15-round and 10-round magazines are also available. MSRP is $784. In addition, Gear Pac and FIRSTLINE variants are also offered.

“The highly modular and capable Echelon has established itself as an unparalleled duty-grade 9mm pistol since its launch in 2023,” said Steve Kramer, Vice President of Marketing for Springfield Armory. “This new Echelon 4.0FC Comp combines features from full-size, compact and compensated models into an appealing new 9mm pistol equally ideal for both the range or EDC.”

  • Echelon® 4.0C FC Comp 9mm | EC9409BFC-U-COMP | 706397009700 | MSRP: $784
  • Echelon® 4.0C FC Comp 15-Rd. 9mm | EC9409BFC-U-COMP15 | 706397014322| MSRP: $784
  • Echelon® 4.0C FC Comp 10-Rd. 9mm | EC9409BFCLC-U-COMP | 706397014186 | MSRP: $784

For more information on the Echelon 4.0FC Comp 9mm, please visit https://spr-ar.com/r/6284.

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