Description

Springfield XD Defend Your Legacy Series 9mm 4.0 Service Model Pistol (10-Round Model)

The Springfield XD Defend Your Legacy Series 9mm 4.0 Service Model Pistol (10-Round Model) represents a refined evolution of the proven XD platform, engineered for shooters who demand reliability and precision in a duty-sized handgun. Built on a hammer-forged steel barrel with a Melonite finish, this 4.0-inch service model delivers consistent accuracy and corrosion resistance. The polymer frame incorporates the signature XD grip safety and a loaded chamber indicator, providing an additional layer of mechanical assurance during handling. With a 10-round magazine capacity, this variant is fully compliant for jurisdictions with capacity restrictions while retaining the full-size grip and slide length that defines the service model category.

Overview

The Springfield XD Defend Your Legacy Series 9mm 4.0 Service Model Pistol (10-Round Model) is a striker-fired, semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. It features a 4.0-inch barrel length with a 1:10-inch twist rate, optimized for standard pressure and +P ammunition. The slide is machined from billet steel and treated with a durable Melonite finish, while the frame incorporates a Picatinny accessory rail for mounting lights or lasers. The overall length measures 7.3 inches, with a height of 5.5 inches and an unloaded weight of approximately 25 ounces. The trigger pull weight is factory-set at 5.5 to 6.5 pounds, offering a crisp break with a short reset for follow-up shots.

Features & Specs

• Barrel: 4.0-inch hammer-forged steel barrel with Melonite finish, 1:10 RH twist; loaded chamber indicator and visual extractor for immediate chamber status verification
• Frame: Fiber-reinforced polymer with integral grip safety, interchangeable backstraps (three sizes included), and a Picatinny rail (MIL-STD-1913) for accessory mounting
• Safety: Grip safety, trigger safety, and a loaded chamber indicator; striker status indicator on the rear of the slide; no external manual safety
• Sights: Steel 3-dot sight system with a white dot front and two white dot rear; dovetail front and rear for windage adjustment; optional mounting for optics-ready models not included on this variant
• Magazine: Two 10-round steel magazines with polymer base pads; magazine release is ambidextrous and reversible for left-handed shooters
• Finish: Melonite finish on slide and barrel; black polymer frame with textured grip panels on the front strap, back strap, and side panels

<li<Overall dimensions: 7.3 inches length, 5.5 inches height, 1.2 inches width; weight 25 ounces unloaded with magazine

Who It’s For

The Springfield XD Defend Your Legacy Series 9mm 4.0 Service Model Pistol (10-Round Model) is designed for civilian shooters seeking a duty-grade handgun for home defense, range training, or concealed carry in jurisdictions with 10-round magazine limits. The 4.0-inch barrel length and full-size grip provide a balance between concealability and shootability, making it suitable for shooters with medium to large hand sizes who prefer a full grip without the extended magazine length of 13- or 16-round models. The grip safety and loaded chamber indicator appeal to users who prioritize mechanical safety features during administrative handling. This model is also appropriate for law enforcement personnel requiring a 10-round magazine for off-duty carry or as a backup service weapon in restricted-capacity departments.

Shipping & FFL

This firearm ships from our licensed inventory to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer of your choice. Upon placing your order for the Springfield XD Defend Your Legacy Series 9mm 4.0 Service Model Pistol (10-Round Model), you must provide the name and contact information of a licensed FFL dealer in your state who agrees to process the transfer. We will ship the firearm to that dealer via a common carrier with adult signature required. You are responsible for all transfer fees charged by the receiving FFL dealer and for complying with all federal, state, and local laws regarding firearm ownership, including background checks, waiting periods, and age restrictions. By purchasing this item, you certify that you are legally eligible to own a firearm under the Gun Control Act of 1968 and all applicable state statutes. Do not proceed with this order if your jurisdiction prohibits the sale or possession of this model or if you cannot provide a valid FFL dealer for transfer.