Cattle Weighing Scales

Weighing farm animals is a critical part of breeding and rearing livestock. Accurate weighing helps to keep a check on the health of animals at different stages of their growth. Cow, sheep and other cattle weighing scales can be used for regularly monitoring the animals on your farm to ensure that they are growing at a sufficient rate.

Choose cattle weighing scales with enough capacity for your heaviest animal, plus slightly extra for more reliable readings. For most operations, you need a minimum scale capacity of 2,000kg to 2,500 kg (approx. 4,500 to 5,500 lbs).

For other animals, smaller sheep weighing scales may be more suitable, but always check the maximum capacity and graduation size before ordering.

In many cases, yes. Marsden’s heavy-duty cow weighing scales can be adapted for smaller livestock.

Farms with mixed herds usually prefer flexible livestock scales that can handle different animal sizes (e.g., young lambs, mature cows), provided the platform size is suitable for each animal.

Yes, cattle weighing scales are useful when animals need to be weighed in agricultural environments, like muddy outdoor pens or handling areas.

Browse our collection, where you’ll find IP68-rates lift-up cattle weighing scales, designed with a water-resistant base and constructed using high-quality stainless steel. We also offer weigh beams suitable for damp environments.

The beam format is useful where you need flexibility around crates or platforms rather than a fixed full platform. Be sure to keep the indicators and cables of your livestock weighing scales protected from rain.

Regular tracking with sheep weighing scales is essential for monitoring herd health, as they help calculate precise medication and vaccine dosages. Under-dosing can lead to ineffective treatments, and over-dosing is often toxic.

Cow weighing scales can also make it easier to maintain consistent records for comparing animals across seasons.

If you’re buying or selling livestock based on their weight, then yes. When weight forms part of a commercial transaction, UK law dictates that you must use trade-approved cow weighing scales.

Non-approved cattle weighing scales can be suitable for routine management, but legal-for-trade use requires approved equipment.

We recommend cleaning your cattle weighing scales after each use. Always check for damage to load cells, feet, cables and displays, and store indicators in a dry place when not in use. We recommend that your platform be placed on a level, hard surface when weighing for the most accurate readings.

Marsden is the largest supplier of cattle weighing scales in the UK. You can browse each product by clicking on the images above. You can find out more about any of our vet scales by calling 01709 364296 or emailing sales@marsdengroup.co.uk