The Big Ones

[fergz89]

Currently I am 6'1 and 270, prior I was 310. I am on the mission to losing my rugby weight to qualify for the service, however I am curious as to what I need to get down to? From my understanding the USMC does not have a weight limit as long as you pass/max the PFT and you can make tape. If anyone out there can give me some info that would be greatly appreciated!

 

[jollygreen07]

Can't fly the T-6B if you are over 231. Lose that weight, hoss.

 

[Uncle Fester]

Currently I am 6'1 and 270, prior I was 310. I am on the mission to losing my rugby weight to qualify for the service, however I am curious as to what I need to get down to? From my understanding the USMC does not have a weight limit as long as you pass/max the PFT and you can make tape. If anyone out there can give me some info that would be greatly appreciated!

You're talking about service height-weight standards. NAMI Anthropometric standards for flying are different; they're based on being able to fit in the cockpit and safely ride the ejection seat (they have performance envelopes). Look at the Anthro thread for others' experiences.

 

[FormerRecruitingGuru]

Currently I am 6'1 and 270, prior I was 310. I am on the mission to losing my rugby weight to qualify for the service, however I am curious as to what I need to get down to? From my understanding the USMC does not have a weight limit as long as you pass/max the PFT and you can make tape. If anyone out there can give me some info that would be greatly appreciated!

You're in San Diego, right? Less booze/partying at SDSU and more trips to the gym and tender greens (that place rocks!).

 

[cem118]

I've got a follow-on question. I am heading to OCS February 8. I am currently 73 inches and 220 lbs. The standard is 206 lbs for my height. I will have no problem making tape. I can max out the PRA including running a sub 9 min 1.5 mile. I've been told to avoid having to be taped because it draws negative attention. How big of a deal is it? Losing 14 lbs in 4 weeks might be doable but I am not sure if it is smart.

 

[fergz89]

You're in San Diego, right? Less booze/partying at SDSU and more trips to the gym and tender greens (that place rocks!).

Hahaha I graduated last year, wasn't much of a partier to begin with. However less trips to Ballast point have been arranged! I agree also with tender greens being awesome just not on the wallet.

 

[FormerRecruitingGuru]

I've got a follow-on question. I am heading to OCS February 8. I am currently 73 inches and 220 lbs. The standard is 206 lbs for my height. I will have no problem making tape. I can max out the PRA including running a sub 9 min 1.5 mile. I've been told to avoid having to be taped because it draws negative attention. How big of a deal is it? Losing 14 lbs in 4 weeks might be doable but I am not sure if it is smart.

As long as you're at or under 22% body fat I don't see how it would draw negative attention. Some folks are just big in general.

 

[Uncle Fester]

As long as you're at or under 22% body fat I don't see how it would draw negative attention. Some folks are just big in general.

I'll let the Marines on here speak to current thinking, but I have heard my green buddies complain about "every Marine should be a lean triathlete and taping=fatbody" mindsets in the past.

 

[insanebikerboy]

Can't fly the T-6B if you are over 231. Lose that weight, hoss.

Is there an ejection seat waiver? I had to sign one (I'm 6'4" and about 240) for damn near every aircraft when I was in primary.

 

[jollygreen07]

Is there an ejection seat waiver? I had to sign one (I'm 6'4" and about 240) for damn near every aircraft when I was in primary.

There is, but I have an AF T-6A as my avatar for a reason.

I'm 6'5 and 245-ish is my normal healthy weight. Had orders to VT-6 as an IP. I pursued the waiver so I wouldn't be miserable.

Waiver denied. Now at Vance. A mod seat is 245max. Something about the B mod seat kit has more shit in it.

I'm pretty sure if an IP can't get one, a stud can't.