What are the U.S. Army body fat standards?

Army body fat standards vary by age and gender. For example, male soldiers aged 17–20 must be at or below 20%, while males aged 40+ are allowed up to 26%. Female standards range from 30% (17–20 years) to 36% (40+ years). Failing the tape test leads to entry into the Army Body Composition Program.

What measurements are needed for the Army tape test?

For males, the test requires neck and waist circumference measurements. For females, neck, waist, and hip circumferences are required. Measurements are taken at specific anatomical landmarks according to AR 600-9 guidelines.

How accurate is the Army tape test method?

The Army tape test has a measurement error of approximately ±3–4% compared to reference methods like DEXA. It tends to overestimate body fat in lean, muscular individuals. Despite its limitations, it is the official method used by all U.S. Army personnel.

Wojskowy Kalkulator Tkanki Tłuszczowej

Oblicz procent tkanki tłuszczowej według standardów Wojska USA.

Płeć

Jednostki

Wiek

Height (in)

Waist (in)

Neck (in)

O narzędziu

Ten kalkulator używa oficjalnej metody pomiaru Wojska USA do obliczania procentu tkanki tłuszczowej i porównania z standardami wojskowymi.

Jak używać

Wprowadź płeć, wiek, wzrost i obwody ciała.
Kliknij Oblicz, aby sprawdzić procent tkanki tłuszczowej i wymagania wojskowe.
Click Calculate to see your estimated body fat and whether you meet Army standards.

Funkcje

Official AR 600-9 formula

The same method used by the U.S. Army for body composition screening.

Pass/fail indicator

Instantly see if you meet Army body fat standards for your age group.

Age-group maximums

Standards adjust for 17-20, 21-27, 28-39, and 40+ age brackets.

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Wojskowy Kalkulator Tkanki Tłuszczowej

O narzędziu

Jak używać

Funkcje

Często zadawane pytania

Where should I measure my waist for the Army tape test?

What are the Army body fat limits?

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Wojskowy Kalkulator Tkanki Tłuszczowej

O narzędziu

Jak używać

Funkcje

Często zadawane pytania

Where should I measure my waist for the Army tape test?

What are the Army body fat limits?

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