A full-size 9mm matchup for shoppers comparing Springfield's Echelon platform against the Glock 17 in the service-pistol class.
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| Specification | Springfield Armory Echelon | Glock Gen 6 17 Optics Ready |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol: Semi-Auto | Pistol: Semi-Auto |
| Caliber | 9mm Luger | 9mm Luger |
| Action | Double Action (USA Action Trigger System) | Safe Action |
| Capacity | 10+1 | 10+1 |
| Barrel Length | 4.5" | 4.49" |
| Overall Length | 8" | 7.32" |
| Weight | 23.9 oz | 22.04 oz |
| Finish | Black | Matte Black nDLC |
| Stock / Grip | Billet Machined, Melonite | — |
| Sights | Front: Tritium, Luminescent, Rear: Tactical Rack U-Dot | Front: White Dot, Rear: White Outline |
| Safety | Palm Grip Safety | Safe Action – 3 Separate Automatic Safeties |
| Receiver | — | Polymer |
| Magazines | 2 | 3 |
| MSRP | $710 | $745 |
| UPC | 706397970246 | 764503068225 |
| Model Code | EC9459BLCU | P61750201 |
Rows marked with have different values
Variable Interface Systems, Striker Status Indicator
Optic Ready, Palm Swell, RTF6 Grip Texture, Flat Faced Trigger, Enlarged Beavertail, Thumb Rest
A direct pair makes sense once you already know you want a larger 9mm platform and need to decide whether the remaining differences in price, dimensions, and features are enough to change your choice.
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