Weighing RVs on a CAT Scale is no different than big rig trucks.
The CAT Scale Company is devoted to serving the trucking industry. That’s why they make customer satisfaction their #1 priority and guarantee that their weights are accurate. To find a CAT Scale near you, CLICK HERE or install their app CLICK HERE. Current prices for CAT Scale is: first weigh - $12.50, reweigh - $3.00, maximum cost per 24 hour period at the same location—$21.50. (Subject to increase without notice.)
In order to obtain a complete FWS Weight Safety Report, at least two weigh-ins are required when towing any type of trailer or dinghy. One weigh-in with the trailer attached to the tow vehicle and one with the tow vehicle only. Some conventional tow trailers may require three weigh-ins.
Never disconnect your towable on the scale. Disconnecting vehicles/trailers on CAT Scale platforms are prohibited. Always park and disconnect your towable safely in any available trailer parking space. The weighing process rarely takes more than 30 minutes.
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Truck & Trailer
When weighing your truck and trailer it must be completely on the scale and it is best if you position the steer axle (front wheels) of the truck on platform 1, and the drive axle or rear axle of the truck on platform 2. The trailer will normally show up on platform 3.
Motorhome
When weighing your motorhome, it must be completely on the scale and it is best if you position the steer axle (front wheels) of the motorhome on platform 1, and the drive axle or rear axle of the motorhome on platform 2. Platform 3 will likely be empty
Motorhome with Tow Car
When weighing your motorhome and tow car, the motorhome must be completely on the scale and it is best if you position the steer axle (front wheels) of the motorhome on platform 1, and the drive axle or rear axle of the motorhome on platform 2. The tow car will normally show up on platform 3.
Truck & Fifth Wheel/Gooseneck
When weighing your truck and fifth wheel or gooseneck trailer it must be completely on the scale and it is best if you position the steer axle (front wheels) of the truck on platform 1, and the drive axle or rear axle of the truck on platform 2. The trailer will normally show up on platform 3.
Straight Truck With Tow Car
When weighing your straight truck and tow car, the straight truck must be completely on the scale and it is best if you position the steer axle (front wheels) of the straight truck on platform 1, and the drive axle or ear axle of the straight truck on platform 2. The tow car will normally show up on platform 3.
Truck & Boat
When weighing your truck and boat it must be completely on the scale and it is best if you position the steer axle (front wheels) of the truck on platform 1, and the drive axle or rear axle of the truck on platform 2. The boat trailer will normally show up on platform 3.
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