Springfield Armory Echelon

Springfield Armory Echelon
TypeSemi-automatic pistol
Place of originCroatia
Production history
ManufacturerHS Produkt
Unit cost$569 (MSRP, standard version)
$599 (MSRP, OSP version)
Produced2023–present
Specifications
Mass17.9 to 18.6 oz (510 to 530 g)
Length6.0 in (150 mm)
Barrel length3.0 in (76 mm)
Width1.0 in (25 mm)
Height4.0 in (100 mm)
Cartridge9×19mm Parabellum
ActionStriker-fired
Rate of fireSemi-automatic
Feed system10-, 17- or 20-round Detachable box magazines
SightsIron sights; OSP version allows adding a red dot sight

The Springfield Armory Echelon is a polymer frame striker-fired semi-automatic pistol sold in the United States by Springfield Armory, Inc., and manufactured in Croatia by HS Produkt.[1] Introduced in July 2023, it is chambered in 9×19mm Parabellum and intended for concealed carry, with 10-, 17- and 20-round magazines.[2]

In an effort to appeal to new military and police tenders as well as introduce a forward-looking new design, the company has brought out a pistol based on a serialized chassis like that of the SIG Sauer P365 and P320. The Echelon is a full-size gun that has a modular, self-contained fire-control chassis that is removable for cleaning and maintenance.[3][4] Echelon was named Guns & Ammo handgun of the year and won the NASGW-POMA 2023 award for best new handgun.[5]

Versions

  • Echelon 4.5F Comp

This version comes with a flush-fit 17-round magazine and an extended 20-round magazine

  • Echelon 4.0C

This compact model has a 4-inch barrel and a 15-round capacity with the flush magazine

References

  1. ^ "Springfield Armory's Echelon 9mm: A comprehensive review". police1.com. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
  2. ^ "SPRINGFIELD ARMORY® ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF THE ECHELON™ 9MM PISTOL". springfield-armory.com (Press release). July 12, 2023. Retrieved July 13, 2023.
  3. ^ Association, National Rifle, An Official Journal Of The NRA | Gun Of The Week: Springfield Armory Echelon, retrieved 2023-07-21
  4. ^ "Springfield Armory Echelon pistol, with modular chassis". GUNSweek.com. 2023-07-14. Retrieved 2023-07-21.
  5. ^ "Springfield Armory® Echelon™ Wins NASGW-POMA 2023 Best New Handgun Award". Springfield Armory. Retrieved 2023-12-18.