Navy BCA Standards & Maximum Body Fat Tables
Official body composition thresholds, screening weight minimums/maximums, and tape guidelines under OPNAVINST 6110.1L.
Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF)
The Navy Body Composition Assessment is a two-stage evaluation. Stage 1 checks height against maximum screening weight. Sailors who exceed screening weight undergo Stage 2 circumference tape testing. Navy maximum allowable body fat percentages are age-tiered, ranging from 22% to 26% for males and 33% to 36% for females.
Maximum Allowable Body Fat Limits by Age
| Age Cohort | Male Maximum Body Fat | Female Maximum Body Fat | Standard Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 to 21 years | 22% | 33% | OPNAVINST 6110.1L Enclosure 1 |
| 22 to 29 years | 23% | 34% | OPNAVINST 6110.1L Enclosure 1 |
| 30 to 39 years | 24% | 35% | OPNAVINST 6110.1L Enclosure 1 |
| 40 years and older | 26% | 36% | OPNAVINST 6110.1L Enclosure 1 |
Height & Maximum Allowable Screening Weight Table
Sailors weighing at or below the maximum weight for their height pass BCA without requiring tape measurement:
| Height (Inches) | Male Max Screening Weight (lbs) | Female Max Screening Weight (lbs) |
|---|---|---|
| 66 inches (5'6") | 170 lbs | 163 lbs |
| 68 inches (5'8") | 180 lbs | 173 lbs |
| 70 inches (5'10") | 191 lbs | 183 lbs |
| 72 inches (6'0") | 201 lbs | 193 lbs |
| 74 inches (6'2") | 214 lbs | 204 lbs |