U.S. Army Body Fat Calculator
Calculate body fat percentage using the U.S. Army's June 2023 one-site tape test formula and compare against AR 600-9 standards.
Body Fat Calculation
Enter your measurements for Army body fat assessment
Measured at the navel (horizontal)
Body Fat %
Enter your measurements to calculate Army body fat percentage.
Army Body Fat Standards
AR 600-9 Standards (2023)
| Age Group | Male Max | Female Max |
|---|---|---|
| 17–20 years | 20% | 30% |
| 21–27 years | 22% | 32% |
| 28–39 years | 24% | 34% |
| 40+ years | 26% | 36% |
June 2023 Updates
- Single-site tape test (abdomen only)
- Simplified measurement process
- Reduced measurement errors
- Consistent with medical standards
ACFT Exemption
Soldiers may be exempt from body fat assessment if they achieve:
- 540+ total ACFT score
- 80+ points in each event
- No medical limitations
Measurement Guidelines
- Measure at the navel (horizontal)
- Normal breathing, not sucked in
- Tape snug but not compressing skin
- Round to nearest 0.5 inch
- Take 3 measurements, use middle value