The Springfield Armory Echelon 4.0C is a compact semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9mm with a 4-inch barrel in Flat Dark Earth Cerakote. The polymer frame has an optics ready slide, a front tritium night sight, and a Tactical U-Dot rear sight. It ships with two magazines: one 15-round and one 18-round. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Springfield Armory 
• Model: Echelon 4.0C 
• Caliber: 9mm 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Capacity: 18+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 4 inches 
• Color/Finish: Flat Dark Earth 
   

Detailed Features 

• 4-inch barrel with Flat Dark Earth Cerakote finish 
• Optics Ready slide 
• Front tritium night sight and Tactical U-Dot rear 
• Polymer frame 
• Two included magazines: 15-round and 18-round

Owners of the Echelon 4.0C in FDE tend to lead with the optics ready slide and the Tactical U-Dot and tritium sight combination as the features that set it apart from other compact 9mm pistols. The U-Dot is polarizing; some shooters adapt to it quickly, while others prefer a conventional iron sight layout. The tritium front insert is consistently praised as a practical inclusion at this price level.

The Flat Dark Earth Cerakote finish holds up well in typical carry and range use according to most owners. The polymer frame is accepted as standard for the category, with a few owners wishing for a metal option. The two-magazine bundle with a 15-round and an 18-round magazine is seen as a complete starting kit, and the 4-inch barrel works well for both carry and range sessions.

Value opinions on the Echelon 4.0C track closely with how much the buyer values the sight system. Shooters who run red dots find the optics ready cut precise and ready to use without modification. Those who prefer iron sights find the U-Dot layout takes an adjustment period but generally appreciate it once dialed in.