Army ACFT Score Calculator

Mastering the New Standard: The Army Combat Fitness Test

The Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) represents the biggest overhaul of Army fitness testing in forty years. Replacing the age-old APFT, the ACFT is designed to better predict a soldier's readiness for the physical demands of modern combat. It moves away from simple endurance exercises to a comprehensive assessment of muscular strength, explosive power, speed, agility, and aerobic capacity. Our calculator helps you translate your raw performance numbers into the official point score that goes on your record.

The Six Events of the ACFT

Unlike the old 3-event test, the ACFT consists of six events that must be completed in order, with specific rest periods in between.

1. 3-Repetition Maximum Deadlift (MDL):
Soldiers must deadlift a hex bar for 3 repetitions. This tests lower body and core absolute strength, which is crucial for lifting heavy loads like ammunition boxes or casualties.

2. Standing Power Throw (SPT):
Throwing a 10-pound medicine ball backward over your head. This measures explosive power, essential for jumping over obstacles or throwing equipment.

3. Hand Release Push-Up (HRP):
A variation of the push-up where you must fully release your hands from the ground at the bottom of each rep. This tests upper body endurance and ensures full range of motion.

4. Sprint-Drag-Carry (SDC):
A rigorous 250-meter shuttle run that involves sprinting, dragging a 90-pound sled, performing laterals, and carrying two 40-pound kettlebells. This simulates moving under fire and extracting a casualty.

5. Plank (PLK):
Maintaining a forearm plank position. This replaced the Leg Tuck to test core strength and stability.

6. 2-Mile Run (2MR):
A timed 2-mile run on a flat course. This tests aerobic endurance.

Scoring the ACFT

While the APFT used age and gender-specific standards from the start, the ACFT was initially age and gender-neutral. However, the Army has now implemented age and gender-adjusted scales for scoring.

- Maximum Score: 600 points (100 points per event).
- Minimum Score: 360 points (60 points per event).
- Standards: The point scales vary based on your age group (17-21, 22-26, etc.) and gender.

Why the Change?

The transition to the ACFT was driven by data showing that the old APFT did not correlate well with the actual physical tasks soldiers perform in combat. For example, doing sit-ups does not necessarily mean a soldier can drag a wounded comrade out of danger. The ACFT promotes a more holistic functional fitness that reduces injury rates and improves overall combat lethality.

Training Tips

To max out the ACFT, you can't just run and do push-ups. You need a balanced training program that includes heavy lifting (deadlifts, squats) for the MDL, explosive movements (kettlebell swings, box jumps) for the SPT, and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) for the SDC.