Livestock Scales for Cattle, Sheep, Goats, Hogs and Other Animals

Accurate livestock weights are important for managing animals, monitoring growth, determining sale weights, and making informed feeding decisions. Barn World offers a variety of livestock scales and animal weighing systems for cattle, sheep, goats, hogs, calves, horses, llamas, alpacas, dogs and other animals.

Whether you need a portable scale for a 4-H project, a low-profile platform for larger animals, or a weighing system that fits underneath an existing cattle chute, there are several options to choose from. Livestock weigh bars can also be used with chutes, alleys, and platforms to create a practical cattle weighing system without purchasing an entirely new chute.

Choose the Right Livestock Scale for Your Animals

The best livestock scale depends on the size of the animals being weighed, the available space, and how the scale will be used. Portable platform scales work well for smaller livestock and general farm weighing, while larger systems are designed for horses, cattle, and other full-size animals.

4-H and Multipurpose Livestock Scales

Portable platform scales are a practical choice for 4-H livestock projects, fairs, farms and other situations where animals need to be weighed regularly. These scales can be used for pigs, sheep, goats, calves and other smaller livestock.

4-H Multipurpose Livestock Scale System - PS1000

• 1,000 lb weighing capacity
• 55.5" x 20.1" mild steel platform
• Low-profile 2.5" platform height
• Ramped ends make loading animals easier
• Digital indicator for quick weight readings
• Portable design with convenient carry handles
• Suitable for livestock, pets, feed carts, containers, and other weighing applications

For heavier animals or larger loads, the PS2000 provides the same general multipurpose design with a larger platform and a 2,000 lb capacity.

4-H Multipurpose Livestock Scale System - PS2000

• 2,000 lb weighing capacity
• 59" x 30" mild steel platform
• 2.5" low-profile platform
• Ramped ends for easier loading
• Digital weight indicator
• Portable design
• 15-foot serial cable included

Low-Profile Scales for Horses and Larger Animals

Low-profile livestock scales make it easier for animals to step onto the platform without needing a recessed floor. The MTI LPL-2000 is designed for larger animals such as horses and llamas and features a diamond-tread aluminum platform for added traction.

MTI LPL-2000 Low Profile Livestock Scale System

• 2,000 lb maximum capacity
• 34" x 84" aluminum diamond-tread platform
• Low-profile design
• Stainless steel digital indicator
• Rechargeable battery and AC adapter included
• Pre-calibrated for use

Livestock Weigh Bars for Cattle Chutes and Alleys

Weigh bars are a convenient option when you already have a cattle chute, squeeze chute, platform, or other livestock handling equipment. The weigh bars are positioned beneath the equipment so animals can be weighed without moving them onto a separate scale.

MTI-500WB Livestock Scale System

This portable weighing system includes two weigh bars, a homerun cable, a quick connector, and a stainless steel digital indicator. The system can be used beneath an existing squeeze chute or platform and is also useful for weighing livestock in alleyways.

• 5,000 lb total system capacity
• 2,500 lb capacity per weigh bar
• Available in 33" and 40" lengths
• Built-in handles for easier transport
• Stainless steel digital indicator with backlight
• Portable setup for farms, fairs and livestock operations
• Suitable for cattle, hogs, sheep and other livestock

The weigh bar system can also be used as a portable floor weighing system for applications involving hay, grain, produce and other heavy loads when used with a suitable platform.

Sheep and Hog Scales

Smaller livestock can be difficult to weigh accurately on equipment designed for cattle. A dedicated sheep and hog scale provides a contained platform that helps keep smaller animals on the scale while their weight is recorded.

MTIAHS500 Sheep and Hog Scale System

• 18" x 55" aluminum platform
• Crate assembly helps contain animals during weighing
• Available in 500 lb and 1,000 lb capacities
• Stainless steel digital indicator
• Rechargeable battery and AC adapter
• Low-profile design for easier animal loading
• Aluminum construction for portability

Small Animal and General-Purpose Scales

For smaller animals and general farm weighing, a compact platform scale can be easier to move and store. The MTIAW42S is designed for animals such as dogs, goats, and alpacas and can also be used for grain and other items.

MTIAW42S Small Livestock Scale System

• 550 lb capacity
• 22" x 42" platform
• Digital weight display
• Rechargeable battery and AC power
• Hold feature for unstable loads
• Compact and lightweight design
• Removable mat included

Tabletop Scales for Farm and Feed Applications

Not every weighing job requires a livestock platform. A tabletop dial scale can be useful for smaller loads, including produce, meat, hay, and other farm products.

8" Tabletop Dial Scale

This compact scale has a 130 lb capacity and is useful when a smaller weighing platform is more appropriate than a full-size livestock scale.

Livestock Weighing Systems for Different Applications

Livestock scales are used for more than simply determining an animal's weight. Regular weighing can help producers monitor growth, evaluate feeding programs, determine market weights, and keep better records of individual animals or groups.

For cattle operations, weigh bars installed beneath an existing chute can be an efficient way to add weighing capability to livestock handling equipment. Portable platform scales provide greater flexibility for smaller animals, 4-H projects and operations that need to move their weighing equipment from one location to another.

Portable Livestock Scales Make Weighing Easier

Portability is an important consideration for many farms and livestock operations. A portable livestock scale can be moved between pens, barns, pastures, fairs or other weighing locations as needed.

Low-profile platforms also make loading animals easier by reducing the step height. Ramped platform ends can further simplify the process, while textured or diamond-tread surfaces provide traction under an animal's feet.

Find the Right Cattle or Livestock Scale

Barn World offers livestock weighing equipment for a wide range of animals and applications. From compact scales for goats, dogs and alpacas to heavy-duty weighing systems for cattle chutes, there are options for farms, ranches, livestock producers, 4-H projects and other agricultural uses.

View Livestock Scales and Weighing Systems

When choosing a scale, consider the animal's size and weight, the number of animals you need to weigh, where the scale will be used, and whether you need a portable platform or a system that integrates with existing livestock handling equipment.