ACFT Calculator
Free Acftcalculator Calculator with medically-sourced formulas. Enter your measurements for personalized, accurate health insights.
Formula
Total Score = Deadlift + Power Throw + Push-Ups + Sprint-Drag-Carry + Leg Tuck + 2-Mile Run (each 0-100)
Each of the six ACFT events is scored from 0 to 100 points based on performance tables. The total score is the sum of all six events (max 600). A minimum of 60 points per event is required to pass.
Worked Examples
Example 1: Strong Performer Assessment
Problem: A male soldier scores: 280 lb deadlift, 10.5 m power throw, 45 push-ups, 1:45 (105s) sprint-drag-carry, 15 leg tucks, and 14:30 (870s) two-mile run.
Solution: Deadlift: 280 lbs = ~85 pts\nPower Throw: 10.5 m = ~84 pts\nPush-Ups: 45 = ~83 pts\nSprint-Drag-Carry: 1:45 = ~83 pts\nLeg Tuck: 15 = ~85 pts\n2-Mile Run: 14:30 = ~85 pts\nTotal = ~505 pts
Result: Total: ~505/600 | Category: Gold | All events passed
Example 2: Minimum Passing Evaluation
Problem: A soldier scores: 160 lb deadlift, 5.5 m throw, 15 push-ups, 2:20 (140s) sprint-drag-carry, 3 leg tucks, and 18:00 (1080s) run.
Solution: Deadlift: 160 lbs = ~50 pts\nPower Throw: 5.5 m = ~43 pts\nPush-Ups: 15 = ~43 pts\nSprint-Drag-Carry: 2:20 = ~53 pts\nLeg Tuck: 3 = ~35 pts\n2-Mile Run: 18:00 = ~50 pts\nTotal = ~274 pts
Result: Total: ~274/600 | Category: Needs Improvement | Multiple events below 60
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ACFT and what events does it include?
The Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) is the United States Army's official physical fitness assessment that replaced the older Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT). It consists of six events designed to measure combat-relevant physical fitness across multiple domains. The events are the three-repetition maximum deadlift which tests lower body strength, the standing power throw which measures explosive power, hand-release push-ups which test upper body muscular endurance, the sprint-drag-carry which assesses agility and anaerobic capacity, the leg tuck or plank which evaluates core strength, and the two-mile run which measures aerobic endurance. Each event is scored from zero to one hundred points for a maximum total score of six hundred. The ACFT was fully implemented across the Army in 2022.
What are the minimum passing standards for the ACFT?
The ACFT minimum passing standards require soldiers to score at least 60 points in each of the six events, for a minimum total score of 360 points. The approximate minimum performance levels to achieve 60 points are a deadlift of approximately 140 to 180 pounds (depending on gender and age), a power throw of approximately 4.5 to 6.0 meters, approximately 10 to 20 hand-release push-ups, a sprint-drag-carry time under approximately 2 minutes 30 seconds, at least 1 to 5 leg tucks or a 2-minute plank hold, and a two-mile run time under approximately 21 minutes. Standards may vary by military occupational specialty with more physically demanding roles potentially requiring higher minimum scores. Soldiers who fail any single event fail the entire test.
How is the deadlift event performed in the ACFT?
The three-repetition maximum deadlift is the first event of the ACFT. Soldiers perform three repetitions of the hex bar deadlift (also called trap bar deadlift) at the maximum weight they can safely complete with proper form. The weight options range from 120 to 340 pounds in increments. Soldiers step inside the hex bar, grip the handles, and lift the bar by extending their hips and knees while maintaining a straight back. They must stand fully upright at the top of each repetition before lowering the weight back to the ground in a controlled manner. The bar must touch the ground between each repetition. Common technique faults include rounding the back, not achieving full hip extension, and bouncing the bar off the ground between repetitions.
How can I improve my two-mile run time for the ACFT?
Improving your two-mile run time requires a structured training approach combining different types of running workouts. Interval training is highly effective and involves running shorter distances at faster speeds with rest periods between sets, such as 400-meter repeats at a pace faster than your goal two-mile pace. Tempo runs are performed at a comfortably hard pace, slightly faster than your target two-mile pace, for 15 to 20 minutes to build lactate threshold. Long slow distance runs of 4 to 6 miles build aerobic base and endurance. Hill repeats develop strength and running economy. Consistency is crucial with a minimum of three to four running sessions per week. Most soldiers can improve their two-mile time by 30 to 60 seconds within eight to twelve weeks of structured training that includes progressive overload and adequate recovery.
What is the scoring breakdown for ACFT performance categories?
The ACFT uses performance categories to classify overall fitness levels beyond the basic pass or fail determination. A soldier scoring 540 or above out of 600 total points achieves Platinum status, indicating exceptional physical fitness well beyond the requirements for any military role. Gold status is awarded for scores between 480 and 539, representing outstanding physical fitness. Silver status covers scores from 420 to 479, indicating strong physical fitness above the minimum standards. A passing score requires at least 360 total points with no individual event score below 60. These categories can impact promotions, school selections, and assignments in some units. Commanders may also use these categories to identify soldiers who excel in physical fitness and those who need additional training and support to improve.
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