Army Height and Weight Calculator – AR 600-9 Standards Chart (Free)
Check your weight against official Army ht/wt screening standards instantly. Enter height, weight, age, and gender for an instant pass/fail. Full Army chart included
Army Height and Weight Calculator: Check AR 600-9 Standards Instantly
Instantly check your weight against official Army ht/wt screening standards. All heights, all age groups, men and women. 2026 AR 600-9.
This new Army height and weight calculator instantly checks your weight against the official AR 600-9 Army weight standards for your exact height, age group, and gender. It is the most complete free Army ht wt calculator available — covering all heights from 4'10" to 6'8", all four Army age groups (17–20, 21–27, 28–39, 40+), and separate tables for both male and female soldiers, reflecting the current 2026 AR 600-9 screening weight standards.
The Army body composition assessment works in two steps: first, your weight is checked against the Army ht/wt screening weight table — if you are at or below the limit, you pass with no further action. If you exceed the limit, you are referred for a body fat circumference tape test. Passing the tape test within AR 600-9 body fat limits counts as a pass regardless of screening weight. Both pounds/inches and kilograms/centimeters are supported. The complete Army ht/wt chart for men and women is included below the calculator for reference. Enter your details below for an instant result.
Full chart in Army ht/wt chart section below.
Full chart in Army ht/wt chart section below.
How the Army Height and Weight Screening Process Works
All Army soldiers are assessed semi-annually as part of the Army Physical Fitness Assessment. The AR 600-9 screening process works in two clear steps — understanding both is essential for any soldier approaching a weigh-in.
Your weight is checked against the AR 600-9 Army ht/wt screening weight table — a maximum weight defined for each height, by age group and gender. If your weight is at or below the limit: you pass with no further action required. The weigh-in is complete. If your weight exceeds the limit, you move to Step 2.
Exceeding the Army screening weight is not an automatic failure — it triggers a body composition tape test. A trained and certified height and weight NCO measures body circumferences using the Army circumference protocol. Body fat percentage is calculated using the AR 600-9 formula. If body fat is within AR 600-9 limits for your age and gender: you pass the body composition assessment even if over the screening weight. If body fat also exceeds limits: you are enrolled in the Army Body Composition Program (ABCP) with mandatory monthly reassessments.
If you exceeded the Army screening weight, check whether you pass the tape test before your official assessment. Use our Army Body Fat Calculator to estimate your tape test result using the same AR 600-9 formula used at official Army assessments.
Many muscular soldiers exceed the Army screening weight but pass the tape test due to low body fat percentages. The army ht wt screening weight is a first filter — not a final verdict. A soldier with significant muscle mass at 5'10" may weigh 215 lbs (over the 211 lb limit for age 21–27) but have 18% body fat — well within Army standards.
Army Height and Weight Chart for Men — AR 600-9 Screening Weights
This complete Army ht/wt chart for men shows the maximum screening weight at every height from 4'10" to 6'8" across all four Army age groups. Locate your height in the first column and read across to your age group to find your Army weight standard. All values are in pounds per current AR 600-9.
| ♂ Army Height and Weight Standards — Men (Maximum Screening Weight in lbs) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height | Age 17–20 | Age 21–27 | Age 28–39 | Age 40+ | cm |
| 4'10" (58") | 119 | 122 | 125 | 128 | 147 |
| 4'11" (59") | 124 | 127 | 130 | 133 | 150 |
| 5'0" (60") | 132 | 136 | 139 | 141 | 152 |
| 5'1" (61") | 140 | 144 | 148 | 150 | 155 |
| 5'2" (62") | 148 | 152 | 156 | 158 | 157 |
| 5'3" (63") | 156 | 160 | 163 | 166 | 160 |
| 5'4" (64") | 160 | 163 | 168 | 170 | 163 |
| 5'5" (65") | 170 | 174 | 179 | 182 | 165 |
| 5'6" (66") | 177 | 177 | 183 | 185 | 168 |
| 5'7" (67") | 183 | 186 | 192 | 195 | 170 |
| 5'8" (68") | 190 | 194 | 199 | 202 | 173 |
| 5'9" (69") | 198 | 203 | 208 | 211 | 175 |
| 5'10" (70") | 207 | 211 | 218 | 222 | 178 |
| 5'11" (71") | 215 | 219 | 225 | 229 | 180 |
| 6'0" (72") | 220 | 225 | 232 | 236 | 183 |
| 6'1" (73") | 227 | 233 | 240 | 244 | 185 |
| 6'2" (74") | 233 | 239 | 247 | 250 | 188 |
| 6'3" (75") | 240 | 245 | 254 | 258 | 190 |
| 6'4" (76") | 246 | 252 | 261 | 265 | 193 |
| 6'5" (77") | 254 | 260 | 269 | 272 | 196 |
| 6'6" (78") | 261 | 267 | 277 | 280 | 198 |
| 6'7" (79") | 268 | 274 | 284 | 287 | 201 |
| 6'8" (80") | 275 | 281 | 291 | 295 | 203 |
All weights shown are maximum Army screening weights in pounds per AR 600-9. Use the Army ht wt calculator above for an instant pass/fail result — enter your height, weight, age, and gender to see exactly where you stand against current Army weight standards.
Army Height and Weight Chart for Women — AR 600-9 Screening Weights
This complete Army ht/wt chart for women shows the maximum screening weight at every height from 4'10" to 6'8" across all four Army age groups. Female Army weight standards are significantly lower than male limits at equivalent heights — always use the correct table for your gender.
| ♀ Army Height and Weight Standards — Women (Maximum Screening Weight in lbs) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height | Age 17–20 | Age 21–27 | Age 28–39 | Age 40+ | cm |
| 4'10" (58") | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 147 |
| 4'11" (59") | 104 | 106 | 109 | 111 | 150 |
| 5'0" (60") | 109 | 112 | 115 | 117 | 152 |
| 5'1" (61") | 113 | 116 | 119 | 121 | 155 |
| 5'2" (62") | 117 | 121 | 125 | 128 | 157 |
| 5'3" (63") | 122 | 126 | 130 | 133 | 160 |
| 5'4" (64") | 132 | 135 | 140 | 142 | 163 |
| 5'5" (65") | 139 | 143 | 147 | 150 | 165 |
| 5'6" (66") | 146 | 150 | 155 | 158 | 168 |
| 5'7" (67") | 153 | 157 | 162 | 166 | 170 |
| 5'8" (68") | 161 | 165 | 170 | 174 | 173 |
| 5'9" (69") | 168 | 172 | 178 | 182 | 175 |
| 5'10" (70") | 177 | 181 | 186 | 190 | 178 |
| 5'11" (71") | 185 | 189 | 195 | 199 | 180 |
| 6'0" (72") | 194 | 198 | 204 | 208 | 183 |
| 6'1" (73") | 202 | 206 | 213 | 217 | 185 |
| 6'2" (74") | 211 | 215 | 222 | 226 | 188 |
| 6'3" (75") | 219 | 224 | 231 | 235 | 190 |
| 6'4" (76") | 228 | 233 | 240 | 244 | 193 |
| 6'5" (77") | 237 | 242 | 249 | 253 | 196 |
| 6'6" (78") | 245 | 250 | 258 | 262 | 198 |
| 6'7" (79") | 254 | 259 | 267 | 271 | 201 |
| 6'8" (80") | 263 | 268 | 276 | 280 | 203 |
Female Army screening weights reflect the separate Army height and weight standards for women from AR 600-9. If your weight exceeds the limit for your height and age group, use the Army Body Fat Calculator to estimate your tape test result. Passing the tape test within AR 600-9 body fat limits constitutes a full pass regardless of the screening weight result.
New Army Height and Weight Standards — What Changed in the 2023 AR 600-9 Update
The Army published a significant update to AR 600-9 in 2023 — the most comprehensive change to Army body composition standards in decades. Soldiers and recruits should verify they are using current standards rather than outdated pre-2023 Army weight charts, which may show incorrect screening weight limits for certain height and age combinations.
The traditional multi-site tape test — which measured neck, waist, and hips — was replaced with a simpler single abdominal circumference measurement. This is the new Army one-site method. It reduces inter-measurer variation and simplifies the assessment process. Some units are still transitioning from the old method.
Some maximum Army screening weights were adjusted across specific height, age, and gender combinations. Soldiers using an Army ht/wt chart printed or downloaded before 2023 may have incorrect limits for their specific row. Always verify against the current AR 600-9 table — which this calculator reflects.
Maximum allowable body fat percentages were reviewed as part of the 2023 update, with some limits updated by age group and gender. The current limits are: Men — 20/22/24/26% by age group. Women — 30/32/34/36% by age group. These are reflected in the calculator and sidebar on this page.
The new one-site tape test method requires three separate abdominal circumference measurements to be taken and averaged, rather than a single measurement. This reduces the impact of measurement error and makes the result more consistent between different measurers and assessment occasions.
The Army Body Composition Program (ABCP) procedures were revised with updated assessment intervals, enhanced nutrition counseling requirements, and revised remediation timelines. Soldiers enrolled in ABCP should verify current procedures with their unit's ABCP coordinator or chain of command.
Using an old Army weight chart? This calculator reflects the 2026 AR 600-9 standards. If you are looking at an Army ht/wt chart from before 2023, the values may be out of date — particularly for the tape test method and some screening weight rows. Use the calculator above for a current, accurate result.
What Happens When You Exceed the Army Screening Weight?
Exceeding the Army screening weight is not a failure — it triggers the body composition tape test as the next step in the assessment. Many soldiers who exceed the Army ht/wt screening limit still pass overall because their body fat percentage is within AR 600-9 limits for their age and gender.
A trained and certified height and weight NCO administers the tape test immediately following the weigh-in. The NCO uses the Army circumference measurement protocol with a flexible tape measure.
Using the new one-site AR 600-9 method, three separate abdominal circumference measurements are taken and averaged. Height is also re-measured if needed. Some units may still use the traditional multi-site method (neck + waist for men; neck, waist, hips for women) during the transition period.
Body fat percentage is calculated using the AR 600-9 formula and compared against the limit for the soldier's age and gender. If within limits → soldier PASSES the body composition assessment with no further action. If also exceeds body fat limits → soldier is enrolled in ABCP with monthly reassessments, nutrition counseling, and an enhanced PT program.
Soldiers with significant muscle mass often exceed the Army screening weight but have low body fat percentages — the tape test exists precisely for this reason. Use the Army Body Fat Calculator to estimate your tape test result before your official assessment. Enter your measurements to see whether you would pass at your current body composition.
Army Weight Requirements to Join — What Recruits Need to Know
To enlist in the US Army, applicants must meet the same AR 600-9 Army height and weight standards as active duty soldiers — or pass the body fat tape test if the screening weight is exceeded. These requirements apply to all applicants regardless of MOS, component, or commissioning source.
Weight screening is conducted at MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Station). Applicants are weighed and measured by MEPS medical staff. If over the screening weight, a tape test may be conducted on site by a certified MEPS NCO.
There is no official enlistment waiver for exceeding Army body fat limits. If body fat exceeds AR 600-9 limits at MEPS, the applicant cannot proceed until standards are met. Many recruits delay their MEPS date to lose weight first.
Army minimum height is 4'10" (58 inches) for both men and women. There is no official maximum height in AR 600-9, but applicants above 6'8" (80 inches) should consult their recruiter. All heights use the standard AR 600-9 screening weight table.
Minimum enlistment age is 17 with parental consent. General enlistment maximum is age 35, though this varies by MOS and component. All weight standards apply regardless of age at enlistment — the 17–20 age group row applies to all new enlistees aged 17–20.
Use the new Army height and weight calculator above to check your current status against AR 600-9 Army weight requirements. If you are over the screening weight, check the Army Body Fat Calculator to see whether you would pass the tape test. Planning your approach before your MEPS date gives you the best chance of meeting Army weight standards on your first visit.
Army vs Navy Height and Weight Standards — How Do They Compare?
Both the Army and Navy use height and weight screening tables as the first step in body composition assessment — but the two services operate under different regulations and have slightly different standards at specific heights and age groups.
| Feature | US Army | US Navy |
|---|---|---|
| Regulation | AR 600-9 | MILPERSMAN / OPNAVINST 6110.1 |
| Screening method | Height & weight table + tape test if exceeded | Height & weight table + tape test if exceeded |
| Tape test method | New one-site abdominal (2023+) | Multi-site (neck + waist/hips) |
| BF limit — Men age 21–27 | 22% (Army) | 23% (Navy) |
| BF limit — Women age 21–27 | 32% (Army) | 33% (Navy) |
| Screening weights | Broadly similar, may differ ±5 lbs at some heights | Broadly similar to Army at most heights |
| Assessment frequency | Semi-annual (monthly if on ABCP) | Semi-annual (monthly if on BCP) |
| Remediation program | Army Body Composition Program (ABCP) | Navy Body Composition Program (BCP) |
Army body fat limits are generally slightly stricter than Navy limits for equivalent age and gender groups — particularly for women. Screening weights are broadly similar across both services at most heights, though individual rows may differ by a few pounds. Soldiers comparing results across branches or considering inter-service transfer can use the companion Navy Body Fat Calculator on everycalcpro.com to see how their body composition compares under Navy standards.
Army Height and Weight Standards — Frequently Asked Questions
Army weight standards are defined in AR 600-9 as the maximum screening weight for each height from 4'10" to 6'8", split into four age groups: 17–20, 21–27, 28–39, and 40+. For example, a male soldier aged 21–27 at 5'10" has a maximum screening weight of 211 lbs; the same soldier at age 28–39 has a limit of 218 lbs. Female soldiers have lower limits — a woman at 5'6" aged 21–27 has a maximum of 150 lbs. The complete Army ht/wt chart for all heights and both genders is in the sections above, and the calculator gives an instant result for your exact inputs.
Exceeding the Army screening weight is not an automatic failure — it triggers the body composition tape test as the next step. A certified height and weight NCO measures your abdominal circumference using the AR 600-9 protocol. If your body fat percentage is within Army limits for your age and gender, you pass the body composition assessment even if over the Army ht wt screening limit. Only if both the screening weight and tape test body fat limit are exceeded are you enrolled in the Army Body Composition Program (ABCP). Use the Army Body Fat Calculator to estimate your tape test result in advance.
The Army ht/wt chart is the official AR 600-9 table showing maximum screening weights for every height from 4'10" to 6'8" across four age groups (17–20, 21–27, 28–39, 40+) for both male and female soldiers. To read it: locate your height in the left column, find your age group across the top, and the number at the intersection is your maximum allowable Army screening weight in pounds. If your current weight is at or below that number, you meet Army weight standards. If you exceed it, you proceed to the tape test. The full chart is in the sections above on this page.
Yes — the Army height and weight standards for women are significantly lower than male limits at the same height and age group. For example, at 5'8" age 21–27, the male Army limit is 194 lbs while the female limit is 165 lbs. Both sets of AR 600-9 standards increase slightly with each older age group to account for natural age-related body composition changes. The calculator above automatically uses the correct table for your gender — always select the correct gender before calculating.
The new Army height and weight standards from the 2023 AR 600-9 update include: replacement of the traditional multi-site tape test with the new one-site abdominal circumference method; revised screening weight values at some height/age/gender combinations; body fat limit review with selected updates; a requirement that three measurements be taken and averaged for the one-site method; and updated ABCP timelines and procedures. Soldiers using an Army weight chart printed before 2023 should verify their specific limits using the calculator above, which reflects the current 2026 AR 600-9 standards.
You can join the Army if you exceed the AR 600-9 screening weight only if you pass the body composition tape test at MEPS. If your body fat is within AR 600-9 limits, you may proceed despite exceeding the Army ht wt screening limit. However, if your body fat also exceeds limits at MEPS, you cannot enlist until you meet standards — there is no official waiver for body fat. Many recruits delay their MEPS date to reduce weight first. Use the army weight calculator above to check your current status, and the Army Body Fat Calculator to estimate your tape test result.
The Army conducts Army ht wt screening semi-annually as part of the Army Physical Fitness Assessment. Additional checks occur before deployments, promotion boards, reenlistment, reclassification, and other formal events. Soldiers enrolled in the Army Body Composition Program (ABCP) are assessed monthly until they meet AR 600-9 standards and their flag is removed. Recruits are screened at MEPS prior to enlistment. The semi-annual frequency means most active duty soldiers have two opportunities per year to meet or maintain Army weight standards.
The Army weight limit for 5'10" male soldiers under AR 600-9 is: 207 lbs for ages 17–20, 211 lbs for ages 21–27, 218 lbs for ages 28–39, and 222 lbs for age 40 and above. These are the maximum Army screening weights — if a 5'10" male soldier exceeds his limit at the weigh-in, he is referred for the body composition tape test. If his body fat percentage is within the Army limit for his age group (20–26% depending on age), he still passes the overall body composition assessment.
The Army weight limit for 5'6" female soldiers under AR 600-9 is: 146 lbs for ages 17–20, 150 lbs for ages 21–27, 155 lbs for ages 28–39, and 158 lbs for age 40 and above. These reflect the Army height and weight standards for women from the current AR 600-9. A 5'6" female soldier who exceeds her screening weight is referred for the tape test — if her body fat is within the female AR 600-9 limit for her age group (30–36%), she passes the body composition assessment overall.
Safe and effective fat loss for soldiers requires a caloric deficit of 300–500 calories per day combined with high protein intake (0.8–1g per pound of body weight) to preserve muscle and maintain PT performance. Eliminate alcohol and processed carbohydrates — these contribute the most empty calories for most soldiers. Add 7,000–10,000 steps per day of walking beyond formal PT. Prioritize 7–9 hours of sleep — sleep deprivation increases cortisol and drives abdominal fat storage. A sustainable rate is 0.5–1 lb per week. Use this army weight calculator monthly to track progress against your AR 600-9 limit.
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This tool combines instant AR 600-9 pass/fail screening, the full Army ht/wt chart for men and women covering all 23 heights and all four age groups, 2023 update reflected, pounds and kilograms support, and a direct tape test CTA when your screening weight is exceeded — giving you and your fellow soldiers a complete body composition picture before any official Army assessment. Pair it with the Army Body Fat Calculator for a full pre-weigh-in check covering both steps of the AR 600-9 process. Use both tools before your next semi-annual weigh-in to know exactly where you stand.
Use the Free Army Height and Weight Calculator — know exactly where you stand against AR 600-9 standards before your next weigh-in.