A portable livestock scale is a lightweight, digital weighing system designed to provide accurate animal weights anywhere on the farm. Ideal for cattle, goats, sheep, pigs, and other livestock, this scale combines portability with precision so farmers, veterinarians, and livestock traders can weigh animals on demand — even in remote areas without stable electricity.
Built with sturdy foldable or modular platforms and high‑precision load cells, a portable livestock scale delivers stable readings even when animals are moving. The digital display shows clear weight results and includes useful functions like tare, zero, hold, and animal weighing mode to ensure accurate data. Rechargeable battery‑powered models make this scale perfect for mobile farms, field use, breeding centers, and livestock markets where fixed weighing stations are unavailable.
Portable livestock scales help farmers track animal growth, manage feeding schedules, estimate medication doses, and ensure fair pricing during sales — all with the convenience of easy setup and transportation.
Specifications
1. Weighing Capacity
- 300 kg – 500 kg – Small livestock (goats, sheep, pigs)
- 500 kg – 1000 kg – Medium livestock
- 1000 kg – 2000 kg – Cattle and larger animals
2. Platform Size
- 1.0 m × 1.0 m – Standard portable platform
- 1.2 m × 1.5 m – Larger portable option
- Foldable or segmented platform design for easy transport
3. Construction
- Lightweight carbon steel or alloy steel frame
- Powder‑coated or galvanized finish for outdoor durability
- Anti‑slip checker plate platform for animal safety
4. Load Cell System
- 4 high‑precision alloy steel load cells
- Waterproof and dust‑resistant sensors (IP rated)
- Overload protection for long service life
5. Accuracy
- Readability: 0.5 kg – 1 kg increments (model dependent)
- Accuracy class: OIML Class III industrial standard
6. Digital Indicator
- Large backlit LCD or LED display
- Easy‑to‑use control keypad
- Stainless steel or waterproof indicator housing
7. Key Functions
- Zero Function: resets scale baseline
- Tare Function: deducts crate or harness weight
- Hold Function: locks weight display for moving animals
- Animal Weighing Mode: stabilizes readings during movement
- Accumulation Mode: total weights over multiple weighings
8. Power Supply
- Rechargeable battery — ideal for remote weighing
- AC adapter (110 V / 220 V) — for stationary use
- Battery operation up to several hours depending on model
9. Structural Features
- Foldable or portable design for easy transport
- Quick assembly setup with no tools required
- Low‑profile ramps for easier livestock access
10. Applications
- Mobile livestock farms
- Veterinary clinics
- Livestock markets and trading centers
- Breeding and farm research facilities
- Remote weighing locations
Advantages
✔ Lightweight and portable – easy to move around the farm
✔ Accurate digital readings with dynamic animal weighing features
✔ Durable build for field use
✔ Rechargeable battery support for off‑grid weighing
✔ Improves livestock management and productivity