The Springfield Armory Echelon 4.5F is a 9mm semi-automatic pistol with a 4.5-inch barrel and 10+1 capacity. It has a polymer frame in FDE finish and ships with night sights. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Springfield Armory 
• Model: Echelon 4.5F 
• Caliber: 9mm 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Capacity: 10+1 
• Barrel Length: 4.5 in 
• Color/Finish: FDE 
   

Detailed Features 

• 4.5-inch barrel 
• Night sights included 
• 10-round magazine capacity 
• Polymer frame construction 
• FDE finish

Owners of the Echelon describe it as Springfield Armory's bid for the duty and defensive carry market. The 4.5-inch barrel sits in full-size territory, and the polymer grip gets favorable comments for texture and feel in the hand. The FDE finish appeals to buyers who want something other than standard black on the range.

The night sights at the included price point are a common positive note, as many comparable pistols at this tier ship with basic sights only. Some shooters find the trigger acceptable out of the box; others note it improves with a drop-in trigger job. The 10-round capacity in this configuration draws occasional complaints from shooters in free-state markets.

Value opinion is mixed. Some buyers consider the Echelon well-positioned against similarly priced full-size pistols; others feel the platform is still maturing in terms of accessory and holster support compared to more established designs.