Army OPAT Calculator
Calculate your Occupational Physical Assessment Test score and Physical Demand Category
OPAT Calculator
Enter your performance for each event
Standing Long Jump
Assesses lower-body power through a forward jump for maximum distance.
Seated Power Throw
Assesses upper-body power by throwing a 4.4-pound medicine ball from a seated position.
Strength Deadlift
Assesses lower-body strength through a three-repetition deadlift using a hex bar.
Interval Aerobic Run
Assesses aerobic capacity through a progressive 20-meter shuttle run (beep test).
Results Summary
How the OPAT Calculator Works
This OPAT Calculator uses official U.S. Army standards to determine your Physical Demand Category (PDC). Enter your performance for each of the four events to see which category you qualify for.
Your overall PDC is determined by your lowest scoring event. To qualify for a specific category, you must meet or exceed the standard for that category on ALL four events.
OPAT Standards by Category
| Event | Heavy (Black) | Significant (Gray) | Moderate (Gold) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standing Long Jump | 160 cm | 140 cm | 120 cm |
| Seated Power Throw | 450 cm | 400 cm | 350 cm |
| Strength Deadlift | 160 lbs | 140 lbs | 120 lbs |
| Interval Aerobic Run | 43 shuttles (Level 6-2) | 40 shuttles (Level 5-8) | 36 shuttles (Level 5-4) |
OPAT Event Details
Standing Long Jump
Assesses lower-body power through a forward jump for maximum distance.
Instructions:
Stand behind the take-off line with feet parallel and shoulder-width apart. Jump as far as possible with a two-foot take-off and landing. You may swing your arms and bend at the knees before jumping. Do not move your feet after landing.
Tips:
- •Swing arms forward and backward before jumping
- •Bend knees and hips to generate power
- •Land with both feet simultaneously
- •Three maximum effort jumps are allowed
Seated Power Throw
Assesses upper-body power by throwing a 4.4-pound medicine ball from a seated position.
Instructions:
Sit on the floor with legs extended straight. Hold the medicine ball with two hands at your chest. Push-throw the ball upward and away at a 45-degree angle. You may lean backward and forward at the waist.
Tips:
- •Keep elbows comfortably at sides before throw
- •Throw at 45-degree angle for maximum distance
- •Follow through by flexing wrists
- •Do not throw like a basketball shot
Strength Deadlift
Assesses lower-body strength through a three-repetition deadlift using a hex bar.
Instructions:
Stand inside the hex bar with feet shoulder-width apart. Grasp the bar with arms fully extended. On command, lift the bar by extending knees and hips in a slow, smooth movement. Complete three repetitions.
Tips:
- •Keep back straight throughout the lift
- •Extend knees and hips simultaneously
- •Lower the bar in a controlled manner
- •Weight range: 120-220 pounds
Interval Aerobic Run
Assesses aerobic capacity through a progressive 20-meter shuttle run (beep test).
Instructions:
Run between two lines 20 meters apart. The pace is set by audio beeps that get progressively faster. Touch the line before each beep. The test ends after three consecutive missed shuttles.
Tips:
- •Pace yourself in early levels
- •Touch the line and turn quickly
- •Stay relaxed and control breathing
- •Three consecutive misses ends the test
Official OPAT Standards
Data Source
This calculator uses standards from ATP 7-22.01 Holistic Health and Fitness Testing. View OPAT Standards