MOS 18BSpecial ForcesElite Readiness
18B Special Forces Physical Readiness Standards
Special Forces Weapons Sergeants (18B) are experts in tactical weapons employment, unconventional warfare, and long-range dismounted movement in austere, denied environments. 18-Series soldiers are subject to the mandatory sex-neutral 350-point AFT standard and the annual Combat Field Test (CFT).
AFT PASSING FLOOR350 PtsSex-neutral male scale
CFT MAX TIME30:007 continuous tactical stations
RECOMMENDED DEADLIFT340 lbs (100 Pts)Maximal load handling & resilience
TAPE EXEMPTION465 PtsWaives mandatory AR 600-9 tape test
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Understanding 18B Special Forces Physical Demands
An 18B must maintain an elite level of physical conditioning capable of conducting multi-day 100-pound rucks, carrying crew-served weapons systems (M240B, .50 Cal, Mk19) across extreme elevation changes, and executing high-tempo direct action raids without physical compromise.