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Army Height and Weight Calculator
Official US Army AR 600-9 height and weight screening compliance tool
Army AR 600-9 Screening Tool
Verify compliance with official US Army height and weight standards
How Army Height and Weight Calculator Works
Screening Weight = Official AR 600-9 Weight Table Lookup Gender, Age, Height; Difference = Current Weight - Max Allowable WeightDetermines soldier compliance by cross referencing height, biological gender, and age bracket against the official Department of the Army Regulation 600-9 screening weight tables.
Example Calculation
70 Inch Male Soldier Age 24 at 180 Lbs
A 24-year-old male soldier measuring 70 inches in height weighs 180 pounds during semi-annual screening.
- Locate Male table for 70 inches height
- Find age column for 21 to 27 years
- Maximum authorized screening weight equals 185 pounds
- Current weight 180 pounds is 5 pounds below the maximum
- Soldier passes screening and requires no body fat tape test
Result:Passes Screening - 5 Lbs Under Maximum
AR 600-9 Male Screening Maximum Allowable Weight
| Height Inches | Age 17 to 20 | Age 21 to 27 | Age 28 to 39 | Age 40 and Older |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66 inches | 160 lbs | 163 lbs | 168 lbs | 170 lbs |
| 68 inches | 170 lbs | 174 lbs | 179 lbs | 181 lbs |
| 70 inches | 180 lbs | 185 lbs | 189 lbs | 192 lbs |
| 72 inches | 190 lbs | 195 lbs | 201 lbs | 203 lbs |
| 74 inches | 201 lbs | 206 lbs | 212 lbs | 214 lbs |
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if a soldier exceeds screening weight?
If a soldier exceeds the maximum screening weight in AR 600-9, they must undergo the official circumference tape test to determine body fat percentage.
What is the maximum allowable body fat in the Army?
For males: age 17-20 is 20 percent, age 21-27 is 22 percent, age 28-39 is 24 percent, age 40+ is 26 percent. For females: age 17-20 is 30 percent, age 21-27 is 32 percent, age 28-39 is 34 percent, age 40+ is 36 percent.
Does scoring high on the ACFT exempt you from height and weight?
Yes, soldiers who score 540 or higher on the Army Combat Fitness Test ACFT with at least 80 points in each event are exempt from the body fat tape test.
How often are soldiers weighed in the Army?
Soldiers are screened at least semi-annually or whenever taking the diagnostic or record Army Combat Fitness Test.
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