ACFT Combat Readiness 2026
The 2026 ACFT Standards
The U.S. Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) is a general physical fitness assessment used to determine combat readiness. As of 2026, the test is fully gender-neutral in requirements but age-bracketed for scoring.
How to Use:
- Select Demographics: Age and gender influence the point scaling for specific events like the 2-mile run and Power Throw.
- Input Raw Scores: Enter your max deadlift weight, total repetitions for hand-release pushups, and times for aerobic events.
- Check Status: A minimum of 60 points per event (360 total) is required to pass for all MOS (Military Occupational Specialties).
UK Note: For British Army readers, this tool provides a baseline for the Representative Fitness Test (RFT). While the events differ (Beep Test vs. 2-Mile Run), the focus on functional strength remains the priority for 2026 deployments.
US Army ACFT Criteria (2026 Standards)
The Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) evaluates six events. In 2026, the Army uses a “Three-Tier” passing system based on a Soldier’s Military Occupational Specialty (MOS).
| Tier Level | Minimum Score (Total) | Event Minimum | MOS Category Examples |
| Heavy (Black) | 440 | 70 | Infantry, Armor, Combat Engineers |
| Significant (Gray) | 440 | 65 | Military Police, Fuelers, Medics |
| Moderate (Gold) | 360 | 60 | Admin, HR, Cyber, Finance |
Scoring Brackets (2026 Policy)
- Gender-Neutral for Combat: Combat roles require the same physical output regardless of gender.
- Age-Adjusted for Support: Non-combat roles use age and gender-adjusted scoring tables to ensure long-term health and retention.
- The 60-Point Floor: Falling below 60 points in any single event results in an automatic failure, regardless of the total score.
British Army RFT(E) Criteria
The UK uses the Role Fitness Test (Entry) for new recruits and the RFT(S) for serving soldiers. Unlike the US system, the UK RFT is entirely gender and age-blind for Ground Close Combat (GCC) roles.
The Three Entry Benchmarks
Recruits must meet these standards at the Assessment Centre:
- Medicine Ball Throw (Seated): Measures explosive upper-body power.
- Standard: Typically 3.1m to 4m depending on the specific trade.
- Mid-Thigh Pull: Measures raw lower-body and core strength using a dynamometer.
- Standard: Minimum force of 50kg to 76kg (role-dependent).
- 2km Run: Measures aerobic endurance.
- Soldier Standard: Typically 10:15 to 11:30 minutes.
- Officer Standard: Officers often perform the Multi-Stage Fitness Test (Bleep Test) instead, requiring Level 8.7 or higher.