Army Body Fat Calculator
US Army Regulation AR 600-9 Standards
Army Body Fat Calculator
Determine military physical compliance using the official US Army circumference tape test. Features two-tier weight screening and logarithmic body fat estimation.
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Screen weight EXCEEDED (194 lbs > limit of 180 lbs). Tape test verification required.
Estimated Body Fat
21%
🟢 COMPLIANT (PASS)
Max Allowable Limit
22%
For age category 21-27
Margin To Limit
1% below max
Calculated from tape formulas
Min Fit (5%)Age Limit (22%)Max Scale (45%)
Soldier Compliance Assessment
Soldier/Applicant weighs 194 lbs, which exceeds the screening weight threshold of 180 lbs for a 70-inch male. A body composition tape test was administered. The calculated body fat is 21%, which meets the army standard of 22% for the 21-27 age category. The soldier is COMPLIANT with AR 600-9 body composition standards.
Official AR 600-9 Maximum Allowable Body Fat Table
| Age Group | Male Limit | Female Limit | Your Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 - 20 years | 20% | 30% | - |
| 21 - 27 years | 22% | 32% | PASS (21%) |
| 28 - 39 years | 24% | 34% | - |
| 40 + years | 26% | 36% | - |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the US Army Tape Test calculate body fat?▾
The US Army Tape Test utilizes logarithmic equations developed by the US Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (USARIEM). For males, the waist circumference minus the neck circumference determines the score. For females, the waist plus hip circumference minus neck circumference is used. These circumference metrics are evaluated alongside height to estimate total body fat percentage.
What is the weight screening limit in the Army?▾
The weight screening limit is the maximum allowable weight for a soldier's height and gender, as detailed in AR 600-9 tables. If a soldier weighs less than or equal to this limit, they pass instantly and do not require taping. If they exceed this limit, the body composition tape test must be administered to check body fat.
How often are US Army soldiers taped?▾
Soldiers are screened at least semi-annually (every 6 months) as part of their unit's physical fitness check. They can also be taped if they are being evaluated for entry into military schools or promotional reviews, or at the commander's discretion if they appear out of physical compliance.