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Department of Defense RegulationsArmy Regulation 600-9
US Military Body Fat Standards (AR 600-9)
The Army Body Composition Program (ABCP) establishes body fat percentage limits to maintain soldier readiness. Calculate your exact circumference percentage with our Army Body Fat Calculator.
Male Soldiers Max Body Fat
Age 17 – 2020% Body Fat
Age 21 – 2722% Body Fat
Age 28 – 3924% Body Fat
Age 40 and Older26% Body Fat
Female Soldiers Max Body Fat
Age 17 – 2030% Body Fat
Age 21 – 2732% Body Fat
Age 28 – 3934% Body Fat
Age 40 and Older36% Body Fat