Small Livestock and Hog Scales

Choose a small-livestock scale around the animal

The animal must fit the usable platform safely and remain controlled long enough to obtain a stable weight. Start with mature animal size, body length, group versus individual weighing, and the way the animal enters and exits. Capacity matters, but an oversized capacity does not correct a platform that is too narrow, too short, or difficult to approach.

Open platforms versus gates and cages

An open platform can work for calm animals or crate-based weighing. Gates, rails, and cages can reduce movement and improve animal handling when the configuration fits the workflow. Compare complete options such as the US-LS5520C with cage and the mechanical WayPig AH-500 with swing gates, then see the full cage-and-gate collection.

Portable and washdown choices

The Optima OP-920 and T920 are examples of compact portable formats. If frequent cleaning or wet conditions are expected, compare the actual enclosure, deck, load-cell, junction-box, and indicator ratings rather than relying on a general “farm scale” label.

Indicator and motion handling

Animal movement can make a stable reading difficult. Review the indicator functions, display visibility, power source, cable length, and any hold or filtering features listed for the exact model. Printer and wireless options vary by system and should be confirmed before ordering.

Browse all livestock scales, or contact Northline Scale with species, mature weight, platform-space limits, and cleaning requirements.