AFT Standards & Requirements
Understanding the minimum standards and scoring requirements for the Army Fitness Test (AFT).
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MOS Type Standards
Combat MOS
- Minimum total score: 350 points
- Minimum per event: 60 points
- Higher physical demands
- Must pass all five events
Combat Enabling MOS
- Minimum total score: 300 points
- Minimum per event: 60 points
- Standard physical requirements
- Must pass all five events
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Event Standards Overview
| Event | Category | Minimum Standard | Maximum Points |
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| 3-Repetition Maximum Deadlift | Maximum Strength | Varies by age/gender | 100 points |
| Hand-Release Push-Up | Upper Body Endurance | Varies by age/gender | 100 points |
| Sprint-Drag-Carry | Anaerobic Power | Varies by age/gender | 100 points |
| Plank Hold | Core Stability | Varies by age/gender | 100 points |
| 2-Mile Run | Aerobic Endurance | Varies by age/gender | 100 points |
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Age and Gender Standards
The AFT uses age and gender-normalized scoring to ensure fair assessment across all service members. Standards are adjusted based on physiological differences and age-related fitness capabilities.
Age Groups
- 17-21 years
- 22-26 years
- 27-31 years
- 32-36 years
- 37-41 years
- 42-46 years
- 47-51 years
- 52-56 years
- 57-61 years
- 62+ years
Gender Categories
- Male standards
- Female standards
Each age and gender combination has specific performance requirements for achieving 60-100 points per event.
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Scoring System
60
Minimum Pass
Per Event
300/350
Total Minimum
Combat Enabling/Combat
500
Maximum Score
Total Possible