Army Height and Weight Calculator

Check US Army height and weight standards. Calculate your maximum allowable weight based on age, gender, and height per Army Regulation 600-9. Free military standards calculator.

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Army Weight Standard

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You are 9 lbs under the maximum of 179 lbs

Max Allowable Weight

179 lbs

Your Weight

170 lbs

Age Group

21-25

US Army Body Composition Standards

The US Army maintains strict body composition standards under Army Regulation 600-9 (The Army Body Composition Program). These standards ensure soldiers are physically fit and deployable. The program uses a two-step screening process: first a weight check against the height/weight table, then a body fat measurement if the soldier exceeds the screening weight.

Army Height Requirements

  • Minimum height: 58 inches (4'10")
  • Maximum height: 80 inches (6'8")
  • Waivers: Possible for special skills or MOS requirements

Screening Table Weight Process

  1. Soldier is weighed on a calibrated scale in PT uniform (minus shoes)
  2. Weight is compared to the screening table based on height, age, and gender
  3. If weight is at or below the table: Soldier passes the weight component
  4. If weight exceeds the table: Soldier moves to body fat assessment via tape test

Body Fat Assessment (Tape Test)

If a soldier exceeds the screening table weight, body fat percentage is measured using circumference-based measurements. The tape test uses neck and abdomen measurements for men, and neck, waist, and hip measurements for women. Maximum allowable body fat varies by age and gender.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the US Army height and weight standards?
The US Army enforces height and weight standards per Army Regulation 600-9 (The Army Body Composition Program). Standards vary by age and gender. Soldiers must meet both the weight screening table and body fat percentage limits if they exceed the weight standard. Minimum enlistment height is 58 inches (4'10") and maximum is 80 inches (6'8").
What happens if I exceed the Army weight standard?
If you exceed the screening table weight, the Army will measure your body fat percentage using the circumference-based tape test method. If your body fat percentage is within limits, you can still pass. If you exceed both the weight and body fat standards, you may be enrolled in the Army Body Composition Program (ABCP) or face separation.
How does age affect Army weight standards?
The Army weight standards increase with age. For example, a 17-21 year old male at 5'9" has a maximum weight of 174 lbs, while a 38-42 year old male of the same height can weigh up to 197 lbs. This acknowledges that body composition naturally changes with age.

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