Weight should be measured and recorded to the nearest pound. O clarifies guidance regarding performing proper height weight and body circumference methodology paras. At that height they must weight between 85 and 115 lbs. Must be no less than 64 inches short and 77 inches tall when standing. If the height fraction is less than 12 inch round down. To be eligible to enlist in the army you must meet the height and weight requirements for your age.
Body composition is the amount of body fat a soldier has in comparison to their total body mass. If the height fraction is 12 inch or greater round up. To find you maximum weight go to the column corresponding to your age group. Height in inches minimum weight age 17 20 maximum weight age 21 27 maximum weight age 28 39 maximum weight age 40 maximum weight. Female marine height and weight standards female marines must also be a minimum of 48 tall 56. Individuals who exceed the maximum weights are measured for a body fat percentage.
The physical screening standards by height weight and body fat for accession into the military services are included within broader military regulations governing general health specifications for recruits entering each branch of the military. And no more than 231 lbs. Figure 3 2. The maximum height for women is 610 and they must weight between 182 and 248 lbs. 2 17 and. 2 18.
The air force uses weightbody fat measurements only for initial entry and a body composition measurement is an integrated component of the air force physical fitness test. First find your height in inches using the left most column. Must be 34 40 inches tall when sitting. If you are 18 years old you will look in the 17 20 age group column. There are also specific height and weight requirements for specific air frames which will be discussed at your pilot training. Must weight no less than 160 lbs.
Army weight standards for women. Add 6 pounds per inch for males and 5 pounds per inch for females measuring over 80 inches tall. Sample of request for nutrition counseling page. Sample of initial soldier notification counseling page. If you have an up to date chart thatd be great. All measurements will be taken in the apft uniform.
What is the current as of today january 2020 height and weight standard for females. For the air force and recently for the marines effective 1 june 1992 the retention standards for height weight and body fat are also used for accession. If you are over the prescribed weight for your height you can still qualify by being below the specified body fat for your age based on standards. If not age is 27 and height is 53 for army. Then right next to it youll see the minimum weight allowed.