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Army Minimum Weight Calculator

Review height, weight, and body-composition screening information in one place.

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How to Use This Calculator

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How Army Minimum Weight Calculator turns inputs into an estimate

Enter only the values requested by this tool and keep units consistent.

Enter your height in inches. The calculator shows the minimum weight standard for your height. Enter your current weight to see if you meet or fall below the minimum.

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Army Minimum Weight Calculator

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Planning estimate only. Confirm official standards, scoring tables, and procedures with current service guidance.

About the Army Minimum Weight Calculator

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What the Army Minimum Weight Calculator helps you understand

Repeat measurements under similar conditions for a more useful trend.

The Army Minimum Weight Calculator addresses the often-overlooked lower end of the AR 600-9 screening weight tables. Falling below the minimum triggers a medical evaluation referral to rule out underlying health conditions. The minimum weights do not vary by age or sex — they are based solely on height. For example, a 64-inch soldier must weigh at least 100 lbs, while a 72-inch soldier must weigh at least 128 lbs. These minimums ensure soldiers maintain sufficient body mass for the physical demands of military service, including load-bearing and sustained field operations.

Current Army policy and an authorized assessment control official status.

Army Minimum Weight Calculator FAQs

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What happens if I fall below minimum weight?+

Soldiers below the minimum weight are referred for medical evaluation, not administrative action. A medical provider assesses whether there is an underlying concern. If the soldier is determined healthy, no further action is typically taken.

Are minimums the same for males and females?+

Yes, the AR 600-9 minimum weight standards are based solely on height and do not vary by sex or age group.

Can being underweight prevent enlistment?+

Yes, being below the minimum weight at MEPS can delay or prevent enlistment. Applicants may be asked to gain weight and return for re-screening.

Is there a separate standard during deployment?+

The same AR 600-9 standards apply regardless of deployment status. However, commanders and medical providers may pay closer attention to weight loss during field operations as a sign of inadequate nutrition.