Engineered for superior ergonomics and built to perform in the harshest environments, the Springfield Armory Echelon 4-1/2 inches 9mm sets a new benchmark for modern striker-fired duty pistols. Its modular design is centered around a durable stainless steel chassis, delivering strength and long-term reliability, while the revolutionary VIS optics mounting system ensures seamless integration with a wide range of red-dot sights. Fully ambidextrous controls provide versatility for all shooters and the rugged Desert FDE Cerakote finish enhances both durability and tactical appeal. Outfitted with Springfield's intuitive U-Dot sight system for rapid target acquisition, the Echelon ships with three magazines, making it ready for any mission right out of the box. The all-new Central Operating Group is self-contained and serialized, providing a robust housing for the patent-pending operating system, enhancing reliability and performance Finished in Desert FDE CeraKote, this firearm is coated with a durable, rugged finish designed to withstand the harshest conditions, ensuring reliability and strength when it matters most The Variable Interface System on the Echelon offers an optics-ready, low-profile mounting solution that improves sight picture and intuitive alignment for faster targeting Each Springfield Armory handgun comes with a double-zipper case, providing a soft-sided shell to protect the firearm and mounted accessories, with an additional interior pouch for a magazine