Description

Springfield XDM 40 S&W 4.5 Full-Size Black Essentials Package

The Springfield XDM 40 S&W 4.5 Full-Size Black Essentials Package represents a precise balance of power, capacity, and ergonomic design for the discerning shooter. Built on Springfield Armory’s proven XDM platform, this full-size pistol delivers consistent accuracy and reliable performance in the potent .40 S&W caliber. The Essentials Package streamlines the offering to focus on the core components necessary for duty, home defense, or range use, providing exceptional value without sacrificing the engineering excellence expected from Springfield Armory.

Overview

The Springfield XDM 40 S&W 4.5 Full-Size Black Essentials Package is a striker-fired, semi-automatic pistol designed for users who demand a high-capacity, full-frame handgun with manageable recoil and superior handling characteristics. Featuring a 4.5-inch hammer-forged barrel with a Melonite finish, this firearm offers enhanced corrosion resistance and extended service life. The black polymer frame incorporates the XDM’s signature interchangeable backstrap system, allowing shooters to customize the grip angle and circumference to match their hand size precisely. With a standard magazine capacity of 14 rounds, the .40 S&W chambering provides a robust balance of stopping power and control.

Features & Specs

Every component of the Springfield XDM 40 S&W 4.5 Full-Size Black Essentials Package is engineered for performance and durability. The slide features a cocking indicator and a loaded chamber indicator, providing visual and tactile confirmation of the weapon’s status. The trigger system delivers a crisp, consistent pull with a short reset, facilitating faster follow-up shots. The dovetailed front and rear sight system is low-profile yet highly visible, with the rear sight being drift-adjustable for windage.

• Caliber & Capacity: .40 S&W with a 14-round magazine capacity. The Essentials Package includes two 14-round magazines with a low-profile magazine release.
• Barrel & Finish: 4.5-inch hammer-forged, carbon steel barrel with a Melonite finish for extreme hardness and wear resistance. Overall length is 8.0 inches with a height of 5.75 inches.
• Safety & Controls: Features a trigger safety, grip safety, and a striker status indicator. The slide is machined from forged, carbon steel and also receives the Melonite finish. Weight is approximately 29.0 ounces unloaded.

Who It’s For

This Springfield XDM 40 S&W 4.5 Full-Size Black Essentials Package is ideally suited for the experienced shooter who prefers the .40 S&W cartridge’s ballistic characteristics for personal defense or competitive shooting. It serves law enforcement officers, security professionals, and civilian owners who prioritize a full-size grip and sight radius for accuracy. The Essentials Package configuration is particularly attractive for budget-conscious buyers who do not require additional accessories such as holsters or multiple magazine pouches, preferring instead to invest directly in a high-quality firearm. The interchangeable backstraps make this model adaptable to a wide range of hand sizes, from smaller-statured shooters to those with larger hands.

• Duty & Home Defense: Full-size frame provides a stable shooting platform and maximum magazine capacity for critical situations.
• Range & Training: The 4.5-inch barrel and adjustable sights allow for precise target engagement and skill development.
• Value-Oriented Purchaser: The Essentials Package minimizes accessory clutter while delivering the core firearm with essential components.

Shipping & FFL

This Springfield XDM 40 S&W 4.5 Full-Size Black Essentials Package is shipped directly to your chosen Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer. After placing your order, please provide the contact information for your preferred FFL holder. We will ship the firearm to that dealer, and you must complete the required ATF Form 4473 and any applicable state-level background check before taking possession. It is your responsibility to confirm that your selected FFL dealer is willing to process the transfer of this firearm and that you comply with all local, state, and federal laws regarding ownership. Please verify your eligibility to purchase this handgun prior to ordering. Shipping is to FFL dealers within the contiguous United States only.

• Firearm ships to your chosen FFL dealer only. No direct-to-consumer shipments allowed.
• You must be at least 21 years of age to purchase a handgun from an FFL dealer.
• All NICS background checks and state-specific waiting periods apply at the point of transfer.