CFT Monitor USMC | United States Marine Corps | Academic Year 2026/2027 | Combat Fitness Test

CFT Monitor USMC | United States Marine Corps |
Academic Year 2026/2027 | Combat Fitness Test
Section 1: CFT Overview and Administration
1. What is the primary purpose of the USMC Combat Fitness Test (CFT)?
A) To assess cardiovascular endurance only
B) To evaluate a Marine's functional fitness as it relates to the demands of combat
operations
C) To replace the Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
D) To measure maximum strength in isolation

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The CFT is specifically designed to assess a Marine's functional
fitness as it relates to the demands of combat operations, distinguishing it from
the PFT which focuses on general physical fitness components.


2. How many events comprise the CFT?
A) Two
B) Three
C) Four
D) Five

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The CFT consists of three events: Movement to Contact (MTC),
Ammunition Lift (AL), and Maneuver Under Fire (MANUF).


3. What is the maximum total score a Marine can achieve on the CFT?
A) 200 points
B) 250 points
C) 300 points
D) 400 points

, Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The CFT is worth a maximum of 300 points, with each of the
three events worth up to 100 points.


4. During which period of the year is the CFT conducted?
A) 1 January – 30 June
B) 1 July – 31 December
C) 1 March – 31 August
D) 1 October – 30 April

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The CFT is conducted during the second half of the year, from 1
July through 31 December.


5. Select ALL correct statements about CFT sequence.
A) The authorized sequence is MTC, AL, MANUF
B) No deviation from the sequence is authorized
C) The sequence can be altered based on weather
D) MANUF may be conducted first if operational requirements dictate

Correct Answers: A, B

Rationale: The sequence of events is MTC, AL, and MANUF. No deviation
from this sequence is authorized.


6. What is the minimum passing total score for the CFT for most Marines?
A) 100 points
B) 150 points
C) 200 points
D) 240 points

, Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Marines must achieve a minimum of 150 total points to pass
the CFT, with at least 40 points in each individual event.


7. What is the minimum score required in each individual CFT event to pass?
A) 30 points
B) 40 points
C) 50 points
D) 60 points

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: To pass the CFT, a Marine must score at least 40 points in every
single event and a total of at least 150 points.


8. What uniform is authorized for the CFT?
A) Full combat utility uniform with boots
B) Physical training gear (shorts and t-shirt) with running shoes
C) Utility trousers and boots
D) Flight suit with boots

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The CFT is conducted in utility trousers and boots. The MTC is
specifically described as an 800-yard run in boots and utility trousers.


9. Who is responsible for ensuring all Marines comply with CFT requirements
and standards?
A) Individual Marines only
B) Squad leaders only
C) Commanding Officers (CO)/Officers in Charge (OIC)
D) Medical officers

, Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Commanding Officers (CO)/Officers in Charge (OIC) will ensure
all Marines comply with the requirements and standards contained in MCO
6100.13A.


10. How often must active duty Marines complete the CFT?
A) Monthly
B) Quarterly
C) Semi-annually
D) Annually

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The CFT is a semi-annual scored physical fitness requirement
for all Marines.


11. Select ALL events that are part of the CFT.
A) Movement to Contact
B) Pull-ups
C) Ammunition Lift
D) Maneuver Under Fire
E) Three-mile run

Correct Answers: A, C, D

Rationale: The CFT consists of three events: Movement to Contact (MTC),
Ammunition Lift (AL), and Maneuver Under Fire (MANUF). Pull-ups and the three-
mile run are PFT events.


12. What is the maximum time allowed to complete all CFT events?
A) One hour
B) Two hours