ACFT Calculator (Army Combat Fitness Test) - Free Online Tool

Calculate your Army Combat Fitness Test score — per-event points, total score, performance tier, and pass/fail status

Welcome to our free Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) Calculator, a comprehensive scoring tool for active-duty soldiers, Army recruits, ROTC cadets, veterans, and fitness trainers working with military clients. Whether you are preparing for your next record test, tracking your progress over time, or evaluating your standing against promotion cutoffs, this calculator gives you instant, accurate results for every event. The Army Combat Fitness Test was introduced in October 2020 as the Army's most comprehensive fitness evaluation since the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) was first implemented in 1980. The ACFT was designed to better assess combat-relevant physical readiness by evaluating strength, power, speed, agility, and aerobic endurance — the physical attributes demanded in modern ground combat. The test consists of six events: the 3-Repetition Maximum Deadlift (MDL), Standing Power Throw (SPT), Hand-Release Push-Up (HRP), Sprint-Drag-Carry (SDC), Plank (PLK), and Two-Mile Run (2MR). Starting June 1, 2025, the Army officially replaced the ACFT with the Army Fitness Test (AFT). The AFT removed the Standing Power Throw, reducing the test to five events with a maximum score of 500 points. The AFT also shifted most events to sex-neutral standards, with only the Two-Mile Run remaining differentiated by age and gender. This calculator supports both the legacy ACFT (6 events, 600 pts maximum) and the current AFT 2025 (5 events, 500 pts maximum), allowing any soldier to use the standards that apply to them. Scoring for both tests uses official Army lookup tables rather than mathematical formulas. Each event has a specific scoring scale that maps raw performance — weight lifted, distance thrown, repetitions completed, or time recorded — to points between 0 and 100. Our calculator implements these scales with linear interpolation between known table values to give you accurate scores for any performance within the valid range. For the legacy ACFT, all six events are scored on age- and gender-normed scales, meaning a 45-year-old female soldier is held to different standards than a 22-year-old male soldier. This normalization was designed to create equitable performance expectations across the full range of Army demographics. The age groups span ten brackets from 17-21 through 62+. The minimum passing score is 60 points per event and 360 points total, though MOS Physical Demand Categories establish higher minimums for soldiers in demanding combat roles. The MOS (Military Occupational Specialty) Physical Demand Categories define the fitness standards required for different Army jobs. The Heavy (Black) category — infantry, Special Forces, combat arms — requires a minimum of 70 points per event and 440 total. The Significant (Gray) category — military police, combat engineers — requires 65 points per event and 440 total. The Moderate (Gold) category — administrative, medical, and other support roles — requires 60 points per event and 360 total. For the AFT 2025, the Combat Standard requires 60 points per event and 350 total, while the General Standard requires 60 points per event and 300 total. The 21 MOSs designated as Combat Standard positions began enforcement on January 1, 2026. Soldiers who score 465 or higher on the AFT are exempt from Army body fat standards — a significant policy benefit. Performance tiers classify ACFT scores into five levels: Platinum (perfect 600), Gold (570-599), Silver (525-569), Bronze (480-524), and Green (360-479). These tiers provide a meaningful benchmark beyond pass/fail, recognizing exceptional physical performance and giving soldiers a target to strive toward beyond the minimum. Promotion points are one of the most practically important outputs of an ACFT score. For promotions to Sergeant and Staff Sergeant, ACFT scores translate directly into promotion points: 120 points for scoring 540-600, 100 points for 480-539, 80 points for 420-479, and 60 points for 360-419. Understanding your promotion points is essential for career advancement planning in the enlisted ranks. This calculator also provides a gap analysis feature showing exactly how many more pounds, meters, repetitions, or seconds you need to reach the next performance tier. The score improvement projection lets you see what your total would become if you improved any single event, helping you prioritize your training focus. For failing events, training tips outline the most effective approaches for improvement. All calculations run entirely in your browser — no data is sent to any server. Your fitness data remains completely private. Enter your performance values, select your gender and age group, choose your test version, and receive comprehensive results in seconds.

Understanding ACFT Scoring

The ACFT and AFT use official Army scoring tables rather than mathematical formulas, with each event scored from 0 to 100 points based on age- and gender-normed performance standards.

How ACFT Scoring Works

Each of the six ACFT events is scored on a 0-100 point scale using official Army scoring tables. Unlike the old APFT which used mathematical formulas, ACFT scoring relies on lookup tables published by the Army. For values between table entries, linear interpolation is used. The minimum passing score for any individual event is 60 points. A soldier who scores below 60 on any single event fails the entire ACFT regardless of total score. The maximum score per event is 100, giving a total maximum of 600 points for the 6-event ACFT or 500 points for the 5-event AFT 2025.

Age and Gender Normalization

ACFT scoring tables are differentiated by both gender and age group across ten brackets: 17-21, 22-26, 27-31, 32-36, 37-41, 42-46, 47-51, 52-56, 57-61, and 62+. Older soldiers and female soldiers have adjusted standards that account for natural differences in strength, power output, and cardiovascular capacity. For the AFT 2025, four of the five events (MDL, HRP, SDC, PLK) switched to universal sex-neutral standards. Only the Two-Mile Run remains age and gender differentiated in the AFT. This shift represents the Army's effort to create a more objective, job-relevant fitness standard.

MOS Physical Demand Categories

Army jobs (MOSs) are classified into Physical Demand Categories that set different minimum passing standards. The Heavy/Black category (infantry, Special Forces, combat arms) requires at least 70 points per event and 440 total points. The Significant/Gray category (military police, engineers) requires 65 points per event and 440 total. The Moderate/Gold category (administrative, medical, logistics) requires 60 points per event and 360 total. Soldiers who do not meet the minimum for their MOS category are considered non-deployable and must retest. Failing to meet minimums for extended periods can result in separation proceedings.

The Six ACFT Events Explained

The Deadlift (MDL) tests lower body and grip strength using a hex bar. The Standing Power Throw (SPT, ACFT only) tests explosive power by throwing a 10-lb medicine ball backward overhead. Hand-Release Push-Ups (HRP) test muscular endurance by requiring hands to fully release the ground at the bottom of each rep. The Sprint-Drag-Carry (SDC) tests power, agility, and anaerobic capacity through five 50-meter lanes: sprint, drag a 90-lb sled, lateral shuffle, carry two 40-lb kettlebells, and sprint again. The Plank (PLK) tests core endurance in a static forearm position. The Two-Mile Run (2MR) tests aerobic endurance on a flat course.

ACFT Scoring Formulas

Total ACFT Score

Total = MDL_score + SPT_score + HRP_score + SDC_score + PLK_score + 2MR_score

Sum of all six event scores, each ranging from 0 to 100, for a maximum of 600 points (ACFT) or 500 points (AFT 2025 with 5 events).

Event Score (Lookup + Interpolation)

Score = Score_low + (Raw - Raw_low) / (Raw_high - Raw_low) × (Score_high - Score_low)

Each event is scored using official Army lookup tables. For raw performance values between table entries, linear interpolation provides the intermediate score.

Minimum Passing Score

Pass = (each event ≥ 60) AND (Total ≥ MOS minimum)

A soldier must score at least 60 points on every individual event AND meet the total score minimum for their MOS Physical Demand Category (360 for Moderate, 440 for Significant/Heavy).

Promotion Points Conversion

Promo pts = 120 if Total ≥ 540; 100 if ≥ 480; 80 if ≥ 420; 60 if ≥ 360

ACFT total scores convert to promotion points for E-5 and E-6 promotions on a tiered scale from 60 to 120 points.

ACFT Scoring Reference Tables

ACFT Event Standards — Male 22-26 Age Group

Minimum (60 pts) and maximum (100 pts) raw performance standards for each event in the male 22-26 age group.

Event	Minimum (60 pts)	Maximum (100 pts)	Unit
MDL — Deadlift	140	340	lbs
SPT — Power Throw	4.5	12.5	meters
HRP — Push-Ups	10	60	reps
SDC — Sprint-Drag-Carry	3:00	1:33	mm:ss
PLK — Plank	1:30	4:20	mm:ss
2MR — Two-Mile Run	21:00	13:30	mm:ss

ACFT Event Standards — Female 22-26 Age Group

Minimum (60 pts) and maximum (100 pts) raw performance standards for each event in the female 22-26 age group.

Event	Minimum (60 pts)	Maximum (100 pts)	Unit
MDL — Deadlift	120	210	lbs
SPT — Power Throw	3.4	8.4	meters
HRP — Push-Ups	10	40	reps
SDC — Sprint-Drag-Carry	3:15	2:01	mm:ss
PLK — Plank	1:30	4:20	mm:ss
2MR — Two-Mile Run	23:22	15:29	mm:ss

ACFT Scoring Examples

ACFT Score — Male, Age 22-26, Moderate MOS

A 24-year-old male soldier performs: MDL 300 lbs, SPT 10.5 m, HRP 30 reps, SDC 1:45, PLK 2:30, 2MR 15:00.

MDL 300 lbs → lookup in male 22-26 table → 90 points

SPT 10.5 m → lookup → 85 points

HRP 30 reps → lookup → 75 points

SDC 1:45 → lookup → 88 points

PLK 2:30 → lookup → 78 points

2MR 15:00 → lookup → 82 points

Total = 90 + 85 + 75 + 88 + 78 + 82 = 498

All events ≥ 60 → per-event check: PASS

498 ≥ 360 (Moderate minimum) → total check: PASS

Performance Tier: Bronze (480-524)

Promotion Points: 100 (score 480-539)

Total ACFT Score: 498/600 — PASS, Bronze Tier, 100 promotion points

AFT 2025 Score — Female, Age 27-31

A 29-year-old female soldier on the AFT 2025 performs: MDL 180 lbs, HRP 25 reps, SDC 2:15, PLK 3:00, 2MR 17:30.

MDL 180 lbs → sex-neutral AFT table → 78 points

HRP 25 reps → sex-neutral AFT table → 70 points

SDC 2:15 → sex-neutral AFT table → 74 points

PLK 3:00 → sex-neutral AFT table → 80 points

2MR 17:30 → female 27-31 AFT table → 76 points

Total = 78 + 70 + 74 + 80 + 76 = 378

All events ≥ 60 → per-event check: PASS

378 ≥ 350 (Combat Standard) → total check: PASS

Score below 465 → body fat exemption does NOT apply

Total AFT Score: 378/500 — PASS (Combat Standard), body fat standards apply

Failing ACFT — Event Failure Despite High Total

A 22-year-old male scores: MDL 340 lbs, SPT 12.0 m, HRP 55 reps, SDC 1:40, PLK 1:15, 2MR 13:45.

MDL 340 lbs → 100 points

SPT 12.0 m → 97 points

HRP 55 reps → 95 points

SDC 1:40 → 92 points

PLK 1:15 → 52 points (below 60 minimum)

2MR 13:45 → 98 points

Total = 534, but PLK scored below 60

Per-event minimum rule: any event below 60 = automatic FAIL

Total 534/600 — FAIL due to Plank score of 52 (below 60-point minimum)

How to Use the ACFT Calculator

Select Your Test Version, Gender, and Age Group

Start by choosing whether you are calculating under the legacy ACFT (6 events, 600 pts maximum, pre-June 2025) or the current AFT 2025 (5 events, 500 pts maximum). Then select your gender and your 5-year age bracket. These selections determine which scoring tables are applied — scoring standards vary significantly across the 10 age groups from 17-21 to 62+. For ACFT, also select your MOS Physical Demand Category (Moderate, Significant, or Heavy) to see whether you meet the applicable standard for your specific job.

Enter Your Performance for Each Event

For the Deadlift, enter the weight you successfully lifted in pounds. For the Standing Power Throw (ACFT only), enter the distance in meters. For Hand-Release Push-Ups, enter your rep count. For the Sprint-Drag-Carry, Plank, and Two-Mile Run, enter your time using the split minute and second fields. Leave any event blank to skip it — only events with values entered will be scored.

Review Your Event Scores and Pass/Fail Status

After entering your values, view the per-event score bars showing your points (0-100) for each event. Events scoring below 60 points are highlighted as failing. The overall pass/fail status considers both the per-event 60-point minimum and the total score minimum for your selected MOS category. Check the performance tier and promotion points sections to understand your score in the broader context of Army advancement.

Use Gap Analysis and Training Tips

Review the Gap to Next Tier section to see how many total points separate you from the next performance level. For any events you failed, read the training tips to understand the most effective approaches for improvement. Use the Export CSV button to save your results for record-keeping or to share with your unit's fitness leader. Print your results card for a physical reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the ACFT and the AFT 2025?

The Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) was the Army's fitness standard from October 2020 through May 2025. It had six events (MDL, SPT, HRP, SDC, PLK, 2MR) with a maximum score of 600 points, all scored on age- and gender-normed scales. The Army Fitness Test (AFT), effective June 1, 2025, reduced the test to five events by removing the Standing Power Throw. The AFT maximum score is 500 points. Crucially, the AFT shifted four of the five events (MDL, HRP, SDC, PLK) to universal sex-neutral standards — only the Two-Mile Run remains differentiated by age and gender. The Combat Standard requires 350 points total; the General Standard requires 300 points total, both with a 60-point per-event minimum.

What happens if I fail one event but my total score is high enough?

Failing any single event automatically means you fail the entire ACFT or AFT, regardless of your total score. The per-event minimum of 60 points is a hard floor — it cannot be offset by exceptional performance on other events. For example, if you score 100 on every event but score 55 on the Plank, you fail the test even though your total would be 555 or 455 points. This rule ensures that soldiers maintain a minimum standard of physical readiness across all fitness domains, not just their strengths. You must pass every single event at or above 60 points AND meet the total score minimum to receive a passing score.

How do promotion points work with ACFT scores?

For E-5 (Sergeant) and E-6 (Staff Sergeant) promotions, ACFT scores convert to promotion points as follows: 120 points for a total ACFT score of 540-600; 100 points for 480-539; 80 points for 420-479; 60 points for 360-419; and 0 points for any score below 360 (a failing score). These promotion points are added to other categories such as military education, civilian education, awards, and duty performance to create your total promotion score. A strong ACFT score can provide up to 120 promotion points, which can be decisive in competitive promotion environments. Note that promotion points are based on the ACFT (legacy) scoring — the AFT promotion point system may differ as it matures.

What are the MOS Physical Demand Categories and how do they affect my passing standard?

Army jobs are organized into three Physical Demand Categories (PDCs) that reflect the physical demands of the role. The Heavy (Black) category covers combat arms MOSs such as Infantry (11B), Special Forces (18-series), and Cavalry Scout (19D) — these soldiers must score at least 70 per event and 440 total. The Significant (Gray) category covers MOSs like Military Police (31B) and Combat Engineer (12B) — minimum is 65 per event and 440 total. The Moderate (Gold) category covers support, administrative, and medical MOSs — minimum is 60 per event and 360 total. Soldiers who do not meet their MOS PDC minimum receive a PDC failure even if they meet the general minimum, and they may face administrative consequences depending on their unit's policy.

How accurate are the scores from this calculator?

This calculator implements the official Army ACFT scoring tables with linear interpolation between published table values. For exact values matching published Army tables, the score will be precisely correct. For performance values falling between table entries, linear interpolation provides a very close approximation of the official score. Minor rounding differences of plus or minus 1 point are possible at boundary values. The scoring tables implemented here are based on the Army's official FM 7-22 and ACFT scoring standards published through early 2025. Because Army scoring standards may be updated periodically, always verify your official score with your unit's trained graders and ACFT administrator, particularly if your score is near a passing threshold or promotion cutoff.

Can I use this calculator if I have a medical profile or am using an alternate aerobic event?

This calculator scores the six standard ACFT events and five standard AFT events. If you have a permanent medical profile that exempts you from specific events, your official score may be calculated differently by your unit — typically through a modified test or a pass/fail determination rather than a point score. Alternate aerobic events such as the 2.5-mile walk, 12km bike, 1km swim, or 5km row are pass/fail substitutes for the Two-Mile Run and cannot be assigned a point score in the same way. For soldiers on permanent profile using alternate events, consult AR 40-501 and your unit's Master Fitness Trainer for the applicable scoring methodology. This calculator is best suited for soldiers performing the standard event without profile modifications.