What Is the ACFT Score Calculator?
The Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) is the official fitness assessment used by the United States Army. This calculator helps U.S. Soldiers estimate their total ACFT score by entering raw results from all six events. Each event is scored on a 0–100 point scale, with a maximum possible total of 600 points. To pass, Soldiers must score at least 60 points in every individual event.
The Six ACFT Events
- 3 Repetition Maximum Deadlift (MDL): Measured in pounds — tests lower-body and grip strength.
- Standing Power Throw (SPT): Measured in meters — tests explosive power by throwing a 10-lb medicine ball backward overhead.
- Hand-Release Push-Ups (HRP): Number of repetitions in 2 minutes — tests upper-body endurance.
- Sprint-Drag-Carry (SDC): Timed in minutes and seconds — tests anaerobic capacity and agility.
- Plank (PLK): Held for time — tests core strength and stability.
- Two-Mile Run (2MR): Timed — tests aerobic endurance.
How to Use the Calculator
Enter your raw performance for each event in the matching field: deadlift weight in pounds, power throw distance in meters, total push-up reps, your sprint-drag-carry and plank times, and your 2-mile run time. The calculator converts each raw result into points using the Army's official scoring scales, then adds them together for your total ACFT score and pass/fail status.
How ACFT Scoring Works
There is no single formula — instead, the Army publishes a scoring chart for each event. Your raw result is matched to a point value between 0 and 100. The total is the sum of all six event scores:
$$\text{Total Score} = \text{MDL} + \text{SPT} + \text{HRP} + \text{SDC} + \text{PLK} + \text{2MR}$$
Worked Example
Suppose a Soldier records: a 240-lb deadlift (about 80 points), a 9.0 m power throw (~74 points), 40 push-ups (~78 points), a 1:45 sprint-drag-carry (~80 points), a 2:30 plank (~76 points), and a 15:30 two-mile run (~80 points). Adding these gives a total of roughly \(80 + 74 + 78 + 80 + 76 + 80 = 468\) points — a solid passing score with all events above the 60-point minimum.
What Your ACFT Score Means
The total ACFT score is the sum of the six event scores, with a maximum of 600 points. Two conditions must both be satisfied to record a passing test:
- At least 60 points on each individual event. Every one of the six events has its own pass/fail line at 60 points. There is no way to compensate for a failed event with high scores elsewhere.
- A total of at least 360 points. Because 60 points is the per-event floor, a Soldier who passes all six events automatically meets the 360-point minimum. The 360 figure is therefore the lowest aggregate that can ever represent a complete pass.
One failed event fails the whole test. This is the most important rule to understand: if a Soldier scores 59 or below on even a single event, the entire ACFT is a failure regardless of how high the total is. For example, scoring 100 on five events but 55 on the push-up would yield a total of 555 points—well above 360—yet still be a failing test because one event fell short of 60.
Interpreting where a passing total falls on the scale:
- 360–419 (low band): All standards met, but with little margin. Performance is at or just above the minimums; targeted training on the weakest events improves resilience against an off day.
- 420–499 (mid band): Solid, well-rounded fitness with comfortable margins on most events. This range reflects consistent conditioning across strength, power, and endurance.
- 500–600 (high band): Strong to elite performance, approaching or reaching maximum points on multiple events. A score of 540 or higher (averaging 90+ per event) reflects exceptional all-around fitness.
Because the two-mile run and the strength/power events draw on different physical systems, a balanced score across all six events is generally more durable than a high total built on one or two standout events. This is general fitness information and not professional or medical advice; consult your unit's fitness leaders or a healthcare provider before beginning or changing a training program.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a passing ACFT score? You need a minimum of 360 total points, with at least 60 points in each of the six events.
Is the score the same for everyone? Yes — the ACFT uses gender- and age-neutral scoring standards across all events.
Is this calculator official? No. It provides estimates based on published Army scoring scales. Always confirm your score with your unit using the official scorecard.
