Springfield XD 40 S&W 4.0 Full-Size Service Model with V-10 Ported Barrel

The Springfield XD 40 S&W 4.0 Full-Size Service Model with V-10 Ported Barrel represents a deliberate evolution of the proven XD platform, engineered for shooters who demand reduced muzzle rise and faster follow-up shot capability in a full-size duty configuration. Chambered in .40 S&W, this service-grade pistol integrates a factory-ported barrel and slide system to mitigate recoil impulse without compromising the 4.0-inch barrel length required for defensive accuracy. Each unit is manufactured at Springfield Armory’s Geneseo, Illinois facility and undergoes a 5,000-round reliability validation protocol before shipment.

Overview

This specific configuration of the Springfield XD 40 S&W 4.0 Full-Size Service Model with V-10 Ported Barrel is distinguished by its integral V-10 porting system, which features ten precisely machined oval ports on the barrel and corresponding relief cuts in the slide. The porting vents combustion gases upward, counteracting muzzle climb and allowing the shooter to maintain sight alignment through rapid strings of fire. The full-size polymer frame retains the XD series’ ergonomic grip angle and three interchangeable backstraps, while the Melonite finish on both the slide and barrel provides corrosion resistance measured to exceed 800 hours of salt spray testing. The pistol ships with two 12-round magazines, a paddle holster, double magazine pouch, and a lockable polymer carrying case.

Features & Specs

The mechanical architecture of the Springfield XD 40 S&W 4.0 Full-Size Service Model with V-10 Ported Barrel centers on a forged steel slide, a hammer-forged carbon steel barrel with the V-10 port pattern, and a fully supported ramp for reliable .40 S&W feeding. The trigger system utilizes a single-action striker mechanism with a consistent 5.5- to 7.7-pound pull weight as measured by SAAMI standards, featuring a tactile and audible reset. The loaded chamber indicator and cocked striker indicator provide visual and tactile safety confirmation, while the grip safety and trigger safety combine to form a passive three-safety system.

• Caliber: .40 S&W; barrel length 4.0 inches; overall length 7.3 inches; height 5.5 inches; width 1.2 inches; unloaded weight 28 ounces
• V-10 ported barrel: ten oval ports (0.125 inch width) arranged in a staggered pattern starting 0.75 inches from muzzle; slide has matching oval relief cuts to prevent port obstruction during cycling
• Frame: Zytel polymer with integral steel guide rail; three interchangeable backstrap inserts (small, medium, large); 1913 Picatinny accessory rail on dust cover

• Sights: Low-profile combat three-dot system with steel dovetail front and rear; rear sight is drift-adjustable for windage; front sight incorporates a white dot of 0.060 inch diameter
• Finish: Melonite case-hardened slide and barrel (surface hardness 68 RC); slide has serrations front and rear at 20 lines per inch
• Safety suite: Grip safety with 3.5-pound actuation force; trigger safety blade; striker status indicator; loaded chamber indicator

Who It’s For

The Springfield XD 40 S&W 4.0 Full-Size Service Model with V-10 Ported Barrel is intended for the shooter who requires a full-frame service pistol but seeks the recoil mitigation typically associated with compensated competition guns. The ported barrel reduces muzzle rise by an average of 18 percent compared to a non-ported XD40 of the same barrel length, based on internal Springfield Armory high-speed camera analysis. This makes the platform suitable for law enforcement officers who qualify for ported sidearms, defensive shooters training for multi-target engagements, and competitive shooters in USPSA Production or Limited divisions where ported barrels are permitted. The .40 S&W cartridge delivers 165-grain projectiles at approximately 1,130 feet per second from the 4.0-inch barrel, providing penetration characteristics consistent with FBI ballistic test protocols.

• Duty users who carry a full-size pistol and want reduced recovery time between shots
• Shooters with prior handgun experience who are transitioning from 9mm to .40 S&W and desire manageable recoil
• Collectors and shooters seeking the V-10 variant specifically for its documented reliability history in law enforcement trials

Shipping & FFL

This firearm must be shipped to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder for transfer. Upon placing your order, provide the contact information of a licensed FFL dealer in your state who is willing to accept the transfer. We verify the FFL with the ATF’s eZ Check system before shipment. Standard shipping is via UPS Next Day Air or FedEx Priority Overnight to the receiving FFL. Some states and localities impose additional restrictions on ported barrels or .40 S&W magazine capacity; it is the purchaser’s responsibility to confirm legality prior to ordering. The Springfield XD 40 S&W 4.0 Full-Size Service Model with V-10 Ported Barrel ships with two 12-round magazines. All sales are final upon transfer to the FFL. We do not ship to P.O. boxes for firearm deliveries. Allow 3 to 7 business days for FFL verification and processing before shipment. The product code for this SKU is XD9402V, and all serialized components are logged in our bound book prior to transfer.