Carhartt vs Sport-Tek: which size fits the same?
In tees, a Carhartt L is closest to a Sport-Tek XL (the same around).
Tees
Carhartt tees measure about 3¼″ more around than Sport-Tek at the same size. A Carhartt L is closest to a Sport-Tek XL (the same around).
| Carhartt | Chest · length | Closest Sport-Tek | Chest · length | Sport-Tek is |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carhartt S | 41¼″ · 28″ | Sport-Tek S | 40″ · 28″ | 1¼″ snugger |
| Carhartt M | 45″ · 28½″ | Sport-Tek L | 46″ · 30″ | 1″ roomier |
| Carhartt L | 49″ · 29″ | Sport-Tek XL | 49″ · 31″ | the same around |
| Carhartt XL | 53″ · 30″ | Sport-Tek XXL | 52″ · 32″ | 1″ snugger |
| Carhartt XXL | 56¾″ · 31″ | Sport-Tek 3XL | 56″ · 32½″ | ¾″ snugger |
| Carhartt 3XL | 60¾″ · 32″ | none close |
From Carhartt: Carhartt Workwear Pocket Short Sleeve T-Shirt (K87). From Sport-Tek: Sport-Tek PosiCharge Competitor Tee (ST350). Relaxed and oversized cuts are left out.
More: Carhartt sizing · Sport-Tek sizing
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Garment measurements: the shirt itself, chest all the way around and length from shoulder to hem, from each brand's own chart or wholesale spec sheet, checked November 2026. Shirts with half or more cotton are shown as they come out of a dryer (about 2% less around and 4% shorter). Brands change their cuts, so check the shop's chart before you buy.