US Army Height, Weight & Body Fat Compliance Calculator

To ensure combat readiness, physical endurance, and professional military standards, the United States Army maintains strict height, weight, and body composition guidelines. Regulated under **Army Regulation 600-9 (The Army Body Composition Program - ABCP)**, compliance is checked at least semi-annually for all active-duty soldiers and recruits. Failing these evaluations can lead to negative administrative actions, flag status, and discharge. ### The Two-Tiered Evaluation Process The Army uses a simple and efficient two-step screening process: 1. **Screening Table Check (Height vs. Weight):** The first check compares your raw height against your weight. If your weight falls below the maximum allowed weight for your age group, you pass the screen and require no further testing. 2. **The Tape Test (Body Fat Estimation):** If your weight exceeds the screening maximum, it does not mean you have failed. The Army recognizes that muscular soldiers may weigh more than standard tables allow. To account for this, you undergo a body fat tape test to calculate your actual body fat percentage. To get accurate tape test results: - **Males:** Measure the neck (just below the larynx) and the abdomen (at the navel level). - **Females:** Measure the neck, waist (at the narrowest point), and hips (at the maximum protruding point of the glutes). Use this calculator to check your standing, track your progress, and stay in peak military condition.