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APFT Calculator

APFT calculator for the legacy Army Physical Fitness Test scores push-ups, sit-ups, and two-mile run on a 300-point scale. Minimum passing was 180 (60 per event). A perfect 300 required 71+ push-ups, 78+ sit-ups, and 13:00 run for males 17-21.

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Push-ups (reps)

Sit-ups (reps)

Run Minutes

Run Seconds

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Formula

Core Formula

APFT Total Score = Push-ups score + Sit-ups score + Run score.

How it works: The calculator maps each event into an approximate score band and then sums to a 300 point total.

Worked Example

Push-ups: 60. Sit-ups: 60. Run: 14 minutes 30 seconds.

1Step 1: Push-ups 60 reps scores approximately 82 points (male 17-21). Step 2: Sit-ups 60 reps scores approximately 78 points. Step 3: Run 14:30 scores approximately 76 points. Step 4: Total = 82 + 78 + 76 = 236 out of 300. Result: Pass (minimum 180 met, no event below 60).

The Legacy Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT)

The APFT was the Army standard fitness test for decades before being replaced by the ACFT. It consists of three events: push-ups, sit-ups, and a two-mile run, each scored on a 0 to 100 point scale for a 300-point maximum.

Push-ups: two minutes of standard push-ups, scored by age and gender with a minimum of 60 points to pass
Sit-ups: two minutes of standard sit-ups using the same scoring criteria
Two-mile run: timed run scored inversely (faster times earn more points), also requiring a minimum of 60 points
The APFT has been officially replaced by the ACFT, but many soldiers and units still reference APFT standards for comparison and historical records

While the ACFT is now the official test, this calculator remains useful for soldiers comparing their fitness to historical standards or units still using APFT-style training.

You can also calculate changes using our ACFT Calculator, Army ACFT Calculator, PT Score Calculator or Army Promotion Points Calculator.

APFT Scoring Standards: Push-ups, Sit-ups, and 2-Mile Run

Army Physical Fitness Test scoring for the 17-21 age group. Maximum score is 100 per event (300 total). Minimum passing is 60 per event.

Event	Minimum (60 pts)	Good (80 pts)	Maximum (100 pts)
Male 17-21
Push-ups (2 min)	42 reps	56 reps	71 reps
Sit-ups (2 min)	53 reps	66 reps	78 reps
2-Mile Run	15:54	14:18	13:00
Female 17-21
Push-ups (2 min)	19 reps	30 reps	42 reps
Sit-ups (2 min)	53 reps	66 reps	78 reps
2-Mile Run	18:54	17:00	15:36

Note: Standards shown are for the 17-21 age group. Older age groups have adjusted standards. The APFT has been replaced by the ACFT for active duty, but remains in use for some reserve components and historical reference. For reference only.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an official APFT score?

No. This is a simplified estimate using approximate scoring bands. Official APFT scoring used age and gender-specific tables published by the Army.

Has the APFT been replaced?

Yes. The Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) officially replaced the APFT. However, many soldiers still use APFT benchmarks for personal training and comparison.

What was a passing APFT score?

A passing score required a minimum of 60 points in each event (180 total out of 300). Scoring below 60 in any single event resulted in a failure.

What was an APFT score of 300?

A perfect 300 required maxing all three events based on age and gender standards. For a male age 17 to 21, this meant 71 push-ups, 78 sit-ups, and a 13:00 two-mile run.

How did age affect APFT scoring?

The APFT used age-bracketed tables with 10 brackets from 17-21 through 62+. A male aged 27-31 needed 64 push-ups for 100 points vs 71 for age 17-21.

Is the APFT calculator still useful?

Yes. Many soldiers use APFT standards as benchmarks. The three-event format is simple, well-understood, and still referenced informally for training.

How do I add this APFT Calculator to my site?

Absolutely. Use the "Embed" option above to tailor the dimensions, color scheme, and styling to match your site. Copy the generated iframe snippet and drop it into your HTML, WordPress editor, or any CMS. There is no cost and no account required. See calculory.com/services/embed-calculators for a step-by-step walkthrough.

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