The Army Fitness Test (AFT) scoring system, finalized in May 2025, is the most transparent in Army history. No multipliers, no guesswork – just raw performance mapped to points. You need 60 points minimum per event (300 total) to pass, but combat MOS demand 70+ per event (350+ total). This 900+ word guide breaks down every event, includes official scoring tables, and gives you actionable plans to dominate.
Understanding the AFT Point System
Each of the five events is scored from 0–100 points using sex-neutral, age-normed tables. Points are awarded based on performance tiers, not percentages. For example:
- 60 points = Minimum passing (all MOS)
- 70 points = Combat arms minimum
- 80 points = Promotion board standout
- 100 points = Elite (top 1%)
Event 1: Trap Bar Deadlift (TBD) – Power & Grip
Test: 3 repetition maximum (3RM) using trap bar. Equipment: Hex bar, plates, collars. Standards (25-year-old, sex-neutral):
| Weight (lbs) | Points |
|---|---|
| 140 | 60 |
| 180 | 65 |
| 200 | 68 |
| 220 | 72 |
| 240 | 76 |
| 260 | 80 |
| 300 | 90 |
| 340 | 100 |
Age Adjustment Example:
- Age 37+: Subtract 20 lbs from weight threshold for same points.
Form Rules:
- Full lockout at top
- No hitching or ramping
- Feet flat, knees tracking over toes
Training Plan (8 Weeks):
- Week 1–2: 3×5 @ 60% body weight
- Week 3–4: 4×4 @ 70%
- Week 5–6: 3×3 @ 80%
- Week 7: 3×2 @ 90%
- Week 8: Test 3RM
Pro Tip: Use deficit deadlifts (stand on 2” plates) to build explosive drive.
Event 2: Hand-Release Push-Ups (HRPU) – Explosive Upper Body
Test: Max reps in 2 minutes. Standards (25-year-old):
| Reps | Points |
|---|---|
| 20 | 60 |
| 30 | 70 |
| 35 | 76 |
| 40 | 82 |
| 45 | 88 |
| 50 | 94 |
| 55+ | 100 |
Form: Chest to ground → hands lift → explode up. No worming.
Progression:
- Beginner: Knee HRPU, 3×10
- Intermediate: Deficit HRPU (hands on plates), 4x max
- Advanced: Weighted vest (10–20 lbs), 3×15
Event 3: Sprint-Drag-Carry (SDC) – Agility Under Load
Course: 5x50m (sprint, drag, lateral, lateral, carry) Standards:
| Time | Points |
|---|---|
| 3:00 | 60 |
| 2:45 | 68 |
| 2:30 | 76 |
| 2:15 | 84 |
| 2:00 | 92 |
| 1:45 | 100 |
Segment Breakdown:
- Sprint (50m): Full speed
- Drag (50m): 50lb sled, low hips
- Lateral Shuffle (25m x2): Touch lines
- Carry (50m): 2x40lb kettlebells
Training Circuit (3x/week):
- 4 rounds: Full SDC course
- Rest 4 min between rounds
- Focus on transition speed
Event 4: Plank Hold – Core Endurance
Test: Max time in forearm plank. Standards:
| Time | Points |
|---|---|
| 2:00 | 60 |
| 2:40 | 70 |
| 3:00 | 78 |
| 3:20 | 86 |
| 3:40 | 94 |
| 4:00+ | 100 |
Form: Straight line, no sagging or piking. Progression:
- Add RKC plank (max tension)
- Side plank finishers (30s/side)
Event 5: Two-Mile Run – Cardio Closer
Standards (25-year-old):
| Time | Points |
|---|---|
| 18:00 | 60 |
| 16:00 | 70 |
| 15:00 | 78 |
| 14:00 | 88 |
| 13:00 | 96 |
| 12:30 | 100 |
Age 37+ Buffer: +2:30 allowed for same points.
Interval Plan:
- Monday: 8x400m @ goal pace, 200m jog
- Wednesday: 3-mile tempo @ 80% effort
- Friday: Hill sprints (10x30s)
How to Calculate Your Total Score
Use the AFT Score Calculator (available on Army H2F app):
- Input raw performance
- Select age group
- Get instant total + MOS minimum comparison
Real-World Score Examples
- SPC Johnson (25, Infantry): Deadlift 240lbs (76), HRPU 42 (84), SDC 2:20 (82), Plank 3:30 (90), Run 13:30 (92) → 424 total (Elite)
- SGT Smith (38, Logistics): Deadlift 200lbs (74), HRPU 35 (80), SDC 2:50 (70), Plank 3:20 (86), Run 16:30 (76) → 386 total (Exceeds standard)
Bonus: Promotion Point Impact (Post-Oct 2025)
- 350–379: +10 promotion points
- 380–399: +20 points
- 400+: +30 points (max)
Final Checklist
- Download official scoring tables
- Schedule diagnostic AFT
- Build 8-week plan
- Track weekly progress
- Retest every 4 weeks
The AFT scoring chart isn’t a mystery – it’s your roadmap. Study it, train to it, and own it.
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