Official 2025 scoring for all 5 AFT events — age and gender normed with Combat MOS standard support
Welcome to the Army Fitness Test (AFT) Calculator, the most comprehensive free tool for calculating your score on the U.S. Army's current physical fitness standard. Effective June 1, 2025, the Army replaced the six-event Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) with the streamlined five-event Army Fitness Test (AFT), capping the maximum score at 500 points. This calculator implements the official 2025 AFT scoring tables with full age-group and gender normalization so every soldier from 17 to 62+ can accurately assess their performance. The AFT consists of five events that collectively measure the full spectrum of military physical readiness: the 3-Repetition Maximum Deadlift (MDL) for lower body and grip strength, the Hand Release Push-Up (HRP) for upper body muscular endurance, the Sprint-Drag-Carry (SDC) for anaerobic power and functional mobility, the Plank (PLK) for core endurance, and the Two-Mile Run (2MR) for aerobic and muscular endurance. Each event is scored on a 0-to-100 scale, and your five scores are summed for a total out of 500. The AFT uses two passing standards. The General Standard applies to most soldiers and requires a minimum of 60 points on each event and a combined total of at least 300 points. The Combat MOS Standard applies to soldiers in one of 21 designated combat specialties, including Infantry (11-series), Armor (19-series), Special Forces (18-series), Field Artillery (13-series), and Combat Engineers (12-series). Under the Combat MOS Standard, scoring is sex-neutral — meaning male and female soldiers are evaluated against the same performance thresholds — and the minimum total rises to 350 points. Active-duty soldiers in combat MOSs began facing administrative action for failures starting January 1, 2026; Reserve and National Guard soldiers follow the same enforcement timeline starting June 1, 2026. Scoring within the AFT is age-normed and, for most events, gender-normed. The Army recognizes that physiological differences and natural aging affect physical performance, so a 55-year-old soldier is not compared against a 22-year-old. Each of the ten age groups — spanning 17-21, 22-26, 27-31, 32-36, 37-41, 42-46, 47-51, 52-56, 57-61, and 62 and above — has its own minimum and maximum performance benchmarks for each event. Scores between 60 and 100 points are calculated using linear interpolation between these anchors, ensuring a smooth and fair scoring curve. Scores below the 60-point minimum threshold are also calculated numerically so soldiers can see exactly how close they are to passing, rather than simply receiving a fail designation. One important feature of the AFT scoring system is that the Plank event uses identical standards for male and female soldiers across all age groups — it is the only sex-neutral scored event on the test. All other events use separate scoring tables by gender, with the Combat MOS standard using the male scoring table for both sexes in combat roles. For soldiers on medical profile who cannot perform the Two-Mile Run, four alternate aerobic events are available on a pass/fail basis: a 2.5-Mile Walk (37:30 time limit), a 12-kilometer Bike (25:00), a 1-kilometer Swim (25:00), and a 5-kilometer Row (25:00). Selecting an alternate event substitutes only the 2MR slot; all other four events are still scored normally. Note that soldiers using alternate events are not eligible for the distinguished performance tier. This calculator also provides your performance tier based on total score: Distinguished (475-500), Commendable (425-474), Satisfactory (350-424), Pass (300-349), and Fail (below 300 or any event below 60). Importantly, reaching the 465-point threshold exempts soldiers from the Army body fat tape test standards, providing an additional incentive for high performance. Promotion points are also estimated based on your total score, following DA Pamphlet 600-25 guidelines. For soldiers who were previously tracking scores under the 6-event ACFT, our tool focuses on the current 5-event AFT standard that is in effect today. The scoring tables in this calculator are sourced from the official DA Form 705-TEST and have been validated against multiple authoritative sources. All calculations run entirely in your browser for complete privacy — no personal data is stored or transmitted.
Understanding the Army Fitness Test
The Army Fitness Test (AFT) replaced the ACFT on June 1, 2025. It tests five events across strength, endurance, and power domains, with scores normed by age and gender.
The Five AFT Events
The AFT tests soldiers across five physical domains. The 3-Rep Max Deadlift (MDL) uses a hex bar to measure lower body strength and grip. The Hand Release Push-Up (HRP) counts repetitions in two minutes with a full hand release at the bottom of each rep, testing upper body endurance. The Sprint-Drag-Carry (SDC) is a 250-meter shuttle of five 50-meter segments: sprint, drag a 90-pound sled, lateral shuffle, carry two 40-pound kettlebells, and sprint — testing anaerobic power and functional strength. The Plank (PLK) is a timed forearm hold testing core endurance and is the only sex-neutral event. The Two-Mile Run (2MR) tests aerobic and muscular endurance on flat terrain.
How AFT Scoring Works
Each event is scored from 0 to 100 points. The 60-point threshold is the minimum passing score per event. The 100-point mark is the maximum. Scores between these anchors use linear interpolation based on age-specific and gender-specific performance tables. For strength and hold events (MDL, HRP, PLK), higher values earn higher scores. For time-based events (SDC, 2MR), faster times earn higher scores. Soldiers who perform below the 60-point threshold receive a numeric score below 60 — calculated to show exactly how far they are from passing. A soldier must score at least 60 on every event AND meet the total minimum (300 for General, 350 for Combat MOS) to pass the AFT.
General vs. Combat MOS Standard
Two passing standards apply to the AFT. The General Standard is gender-normed and age-normed, with a 300-point minimum total. The Combat MOS Standard applies to 21 combat specialties (Infantry, Armor, Artillery, Special Forces, Combat Engineers, and others) and uses sex-neutral scoring — meaning both male and female soldiers in those MOSs are evaluated using the male performance tables. The Combat MOS minimum total is 350 points. Two consecutive AFT failures can trigger administrative separation at the commander's discretion. Retest windows are 90 days for Active Duty and 180 days for National Guard and Reserve soldiers.
Performance Tiers and Career Impact
AFT performance affects multiple areas of a soldier's career. The five performance tiers are Distinguished (475+), Commendable (425-474), Satisfactory (350-424), Pass (300-349), and Fail (below 300 or any event below 60). Soldiers scoring 465 points or higher are exempt from the Army body composition (tape test) standards. Promotion points are estimated based on score tier, following DA Pamphlet 600-25: Distinguished earns approximately 120 promotion points, Commendable earns 80, Satisfactory earns 40, and Pass earns 20. Alternate aerobic events (walk, bike, swim, row) substitute for the 2-mile run for soldiers on medical profile but do not allow eligibility for the Distinguished tier.
Formulas
For MDL, HRP, and PLK events where higher values are better. Min60 is the performance threshold for 60 points, Max100 is for 100 points. Scores are clamped to 0–100.
For SDC and 2MR events where faster (lower) times earn higher scores. Min60 is the slowest passing time, Max100 is the fastest maximum-score time. Times are in seconds for calculation.
Sum of all five event scores (each 0–100). Maximum possible is 500. General standard requires ≥300 total with ≥60 per event. Combat MOS standard requires ≥350 total.
Reference Tables
AFT Performance Tiers and Benefits
| Tier | Score Range | Promotion Points (est.) | Special Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distinguished | 475 – 500 | ~120 | Highest recognition; body fat exemption at 465+ |
| Commendable | 425 – 474 | ~80 | Strong performer tier |
| Satisfactory | 350 – 424 | ~40 | Meets Combat MOS minimum |
| Pass | 300 – 349 | ~20 | Meets General standard minimum |
| Fail | Below 300 or <60 on any event | 0 | Retest in 90 days (AD) or 180 days (NG/Reserve) |
Alternate Aerobic Events (2MR Substitutes)
| Event | Distance | Time Limit | Scoring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walk | 2.5 miles | 37:30 | Pass/Fail only |
| Bike | 12 km | 25:00 | Pass/Fail only |
| Swim | 1 km | 25:00 | Pass/Fail only |
| Row | 5 km | 25:00 | Pass/Fail only |
Worked Examples
Male Soldier, Age 22–26, General Standard
MDL: For male 22–26, 60 pts = 140 lbs, 100 pts = 340 lbs. Score = 60 + (250−140)×40÷(340−140) = 60 + 110×40÷200 = 60 + 22 = 82 pts
HRP: For male 22–26, 60 pts = 10 reps, 100 pts = 60 reps. Score = 60 + (45−10)×40÷(60−10) = 60 + 35×40÷50 = 60 + 28 = 88 pts
SDC: For male 22–26, 60 pts = 3:00, 100 pts = 1:33. Score = 60 + (180−130)×40÷(180−93) = 60 + 50×40÷87 = 60 + 23 = 83 pts
PLK: Sex-neutral, 60 pts = 1:30, 100 pts = 3:40. Score = 60 + (150−90)×40÷(220−90) = 60 + 60×40÷130 = 60 + 18.5 = 78 pts
2MR: For male 22–26, 60 pts = 21:00, 100 pts = 13:30. Score = 60 + (1260−930)×40÷(1260−810) = 60 + 330×40÷450 = 60 + 29.3 = 89 pts
Total = 82 + 88 + 83 + 78 + 89 = 420
Female Soldier, Combat MOS Standard
Combat MOS uses male scoring tables (sex-neutral). Age group: 27–31.
MDL: Male 27–31, 60 pts = 140 lbs, 100 pts = 340 lbs. Score = 60 + (200−140)×40÷(340−140) = 60 + 12 = 72 pts
HRP: Male 27–31, 60 pts = 10 reps, 100 pts = 60 reps. Score = 60 + (30−10)×40÷(60−10) = 60 + 16 = 76 pts
SDC: Male 27–31, 60 pts = 3:00, 100 pts = 1:33. Score = 60 + (180−150)×40÷(180−93) = 60 + 13.8 = 74 pts
PLK: 60 pts = 1:30, 100 pts = 3:40. Score = 60 + (165−90)×40÷(220−90) = 60 + 23.1 = 83 pts
2MR: Male 27–31, 60 pts = 21:00, 100 pts = 13:30. Score = 60 + (1260−1020)×40÷(1260−810) = 60 + 21.3 = 81 pts
Total = 72 + 76 + 74 + 83 + 81 = 386. All events ≥60, total ≥350.
How to Use the AFT Calculator
Set Your Profile
Select your gender (Male or Female) and your age group from the dropdown. If you are in a combat MOS such as Infantry (11-series), Armor (19-series), Special Forces (18-series), Artillery (13-series), or Combat Engineers (12-series), toggle the Scoring Standard to Combat MOS. The Combat MOS setting uses sex-neutral scoring (male performance tables) and requires a 350-point total to pass instead of 300.
Enter Your Event Scores
Enter your result for each of the five events. For the Deadlift (MDL), enter the weight you lifted in pounds (or switch to kilograms). For Hand Release Push-Ups (HRP), enter your total repetition count. For the Sprint-Drag-Carry (SDC), Plank (PLK), and 2-Mile Run (2MR), enter your time using the separate minutes and seconds fields. If you are on medical profile and used an alternate aerobic event instead of the 2-mile run, select your alternate event type and enter your completion time.
Review Your Scores and Charts
Your AFT score updates automatically as you type. Review the total score hero, your performance tier (Distinguished, Commendable, Satisfactory, Pass, or Fail), and the event-by-event breakdown table. The horizontal bar chart compares all five event scores on a 0-to-100 scale with a line at the 60-point minimum. The donut chart shows your total score as a percentage of the 500-point maximum. Any event below 60 points is flagged in red and shows how many more pounds, reps, or seconds are needed to reach the passing threshold.
Use Additional Features
Click Save to History to store your result in browser memory and track progress over time. Use Print Scorecard to generate a printable score summary in DA Form 705 style. Toggle the MDL unit between lbs and kg if needed. Note your estimated promotion points and whether you qualify for the body fat tape test exemption (465+ points). The minimum required score for your age group and gender is shown below each event input as a quick reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What replaced the ACFT and when did the Army Fitness Test (AFT) take effect?
The Army Fitness Test (AFT) replaced the six-event Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) effective June 1, 2025. The primary change was removing the Standing Power Throw (SPT) event, reducing the test from six events to five and the maximum possible score from 600 to 500 points. The remaining five events — MDL, HRP, SDC, PLK, and 2MR — were retained from the ACFT. The 60-points-per-event minimum and the General standard 300-point total also carried over. The Combat MOS standard of 350 points for sex-neutral scoring was newly clarified with an enforcement timeline: active-duty soldiers faced administrative action starting January 1, 2026, while Reserve and National Guard soldiers follow suit starting June 1, 2026.
What is the Combat MOS standard and which MOSs does it apply to?
The Combat MOS standard applies to soldiers in 21 designated combat specialties. These include Infantry (11-series), Combat Engineers (12-series), Field Artillery (13-series), Air Defense Artillery (14-series), Special Forces (18-series), Armor (19-series), Military Police (31-series), Psychological Operations (37-series), Civil Affairs (38-series), select Medical (68W combat medic), Rangers, Special Operations, and Airborne units, among others. Under this standard, both male and female soldiers are scored against the male performance tables — meaning gender does not affect event thresholds. The total passing score also rises to 350 points versus 300 for the General standard. Failure under the Combat MOS standard carries the same consequences as a General standard failure: two consecutive failures may trigger administrative separation.
How is each event scored and what does linear interpolation mean?
Each AFT event is scored from 0 to 100. Two anchor values define the scoring curve for each age group and gender: the minimum performance that earns exactly 60 points, and the maximum performance that earns exactly 100 points. Any performance between those anchors is scored using linear interpolation — the score scales proportionally between 60 and 100. For strength events like MDL and HRP, higher values produce higher scores. For time events like SDC and 2MR, faster times produce higher scores. For the Plank, longer holds produce higher scores. Performances above the 100-point maximum cap at 100. Performances below the 60-point minimum receive scores calculated proportionally below 60, down to 0, so soldiers can see exactly how far below passing they are.
Why is the Plank event the same standard for males and females?
The Plank is the only sex-neutral scored event on the AFT. The Army determined that the ability to maintain core stability and endurance in a forearm plank position does not differ meaningfully between males and females when compared to events like running or pushing, which are more heavily influenced by body mass and hormonal factors. As a result, all age groups use identical Plank scoring thresholds regardless of gender. The 60-point minimum ranges from 1:20 to 1:30 depending on age group, and the 100-point maximum ranges from 3:25 to 3:40. This sex-neutral standard was confirmed in the official AFT scoring tables effective June 2025 and applies to all soldiers including those under the Combat MOS standard.
What alternate aerobic events are available and how do they affect my score?
Soldiers on permanent or temporary medical profile who cannot perform the two-mile run may use one of four alternate aerobic events: a 2.5-Mile Walk (must complete in 37:30 or less), a 12-kilometer Bike (25:00 or less), a 1-kilometer Swim (25:00 or less), or a 5-kilometer Row (25:00 or less). Alternate events are scored on a strict pass/fail basis — completing within the time limit earns a passing result for the aerobic event slot, but no numeric points are awarded. This means your total score is calculated from only four events (maximum 400 points out of 400 scored) and you are not eligible for the Distinguished performance tier regardless of your other scores. The four other AFT events (MDL, HRP, SDC, PLK) are still scored normally with full points.
How does the body fat exemption and promotion points system work with AFT scores?
Soldiers who score 465 points or higher on the AFT are exempt from the Army body composition tape test standards for the duration of that assessment cycle. This means achieving a near-Distinguished score effectively removes the risk of failing body composition requirements regardless of body fat percentage. For promotion points, the Army awards physical fitness points based on AFT score tier following DA Pamphlet 600-25 guidelines. The approximate values are: 120 promotion points for Distinguished tier (475+), 80 points for Commendable tier (425-474), 40 points for Satisfactory tier (350-424), and 20 points for passing scores (300-349). Actual promotion point totals may vary by rank and MOS, so treat these as estimates and verify with your unit S1 for official guidance.