This page supports the Army Height and Weight Calculator and explains how screening works under AR 600-9. Use it to understand your result, prepare for weigh-ins, and avoid surprises.
How to Use the Army Height & Weight Calculator
Using the calculator is simple. Follow these steps:
- Select your Gender and Age Group: Standards vary significantly across different demographics.
- Enter your Height: Input your height in feet and inches (e.g., 5 ft 10 in). Round to the nearest whole inch.
- Enter your Weight: Input your current weight in pounds.
- Review Screening Results: The calculator instantly checks if you pass the initial screening table. If your weight is at or below the maximum allowed, you are good to go!
- Tape Test (If Required): If you exceed the maximum screening weight, the calculator will automatically prompt you to enter your waist circumference to calculate your estimated body fat percentage using the new one-site method.
Notice: June 2023 Update (One-Site Tape Test)
In 2023, the Army transitioned from the multi-site tape test (neck, waist, and hips) to a simplified, single-site tape test measuring only the waist circumference at the navel. Our calculator has been updated to match the AR 600-9 one-site tape method.
Official Army Height and Weight Standards Chart (2026)
The table below is used for initial screening under AR 600-9. If you exceed the limit for your height and age group, a tape test is required to determine body fat compliance.
| Height | Max (17-20) | Max (21-27) | Max (28-39) | Max (40+) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 in (5'0") | 132 lb | 135 lb | 138 lb | 141 lb |
| 66 in (5'6") | 160 lb | 163 lb | 167 lb | 170 lb |
| 72 in (6'0") | 190 lb | 194 lb | 199 lb | 203 lb |
| 78 in (6'6") | 223 lb | 228 lb | 234 lb | 238 lb |
Tips to Meet Army Physical Requirements
- Track screening weight monthly and waist measurement weekly if you are close to the limit.
- Measure waist at the navel for the one-site method and follow rounding rules.
- Focus on consistent strength training, protein, and sleep. Crash cuts right before a weigh-in often backfire.
- If your unit uses performance exemptions, read: fitness score exemptions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How accurate is the army body fat calculator?
While the u.s. army body fat calculator uses a generalized formula based on waist circumference, it is considered 85-90% accurate when compared to a DEXA scan. It reflects the AR 600-9 circumference-based method used for compliance checks.
What is the "New" vs. "Old" body fat formula?
The new army body fat calculator (2024 onwards) uses a single-site waist measurement at the navel. The "old" method required multiple measurements including the neck and (for females) the hips. Our tool defaults to the latest AR 600-9 standards.
What happens if I fail both the screening and the tape test?
Soldiers who fail the army height and weight standards calculator are typically flagged and enrolled in the ABCP. However, those with high ACFT scores (540+) may be exempt. See our ACFT 540 exemption guide for details.
Is this calculator for National Guard and Reserve too?
Yes. This Army National Guard body fat calculator applies the same AR 600-9 standards used by Active Duty. Stay ready year-round with our online Army body fat calculator.
Where exactly do I measure my waist for the one-site tape test?
The official one-site method measures around the abdomen at the level of the navel (belly button). For a step-by-step breakdown, read the AR 600-9 one-site tape test guide.
Helpful Guides (Internal Links)
Use these quick links to learn the rules behind the calculator and improve your chances of passing height and weight under AR 600-9.
- ABCP calculator (AR 600-9 screening and tape test)
- Army height and weight standards 2026 (AR 600-9 chart)
- AR 600-9 one-site tape test explained
- Army body fat calculator (AR 600-9 standards by age)
- ACFT 540 score exemption (no tape) rules
- Height and weight prep checklist (7 tips)
- Tape test step-by-step: calculate body fat percentage