What is mobile caravan weighing?
Mobile caravan weighing is a service where we come to you and weigh your vehicle, caravan, or trailer using portable scales. This allows us to accurately measure your setup and ensure it is safe, balanced, and compliant without needing to visit a public weigh bridge.

Why do I need to weigh my caravan?
Many caravans and tow vehicles are unknowingly overloaded or incorrectly balanced. This can affect handling, braking, and safety, and may lead to fines or insurance issues. Weighing your setup gives you peace of mind that everything is within legal limits and safe for the road.

Why choose Central West Mobile Weighing?

Accurate, professional weighing backed by real-world experience. Using an advanced 8-pad system, we deliver precise, live results so your setup is safe, balanced, and compliant. With a background in Highway Patrol, we’ve seen the consequences of getting it wrong — and we’re here to help you get it right. Travel with confidence knowing your setup has been checked properly.

What do you measure during a weighing?
We provide a detailed breakdown of your setup, including:

- GVM, GCM, ATM, GTM, TBM & BTC

- Hitched & unhitched weights

- Individual wheel weights

- Front and rear axle load (vehicle & Caravan)

- Tow ball %

- Van to vehicle ratio

- Vehicle & caravan height

How accurate is mobile weighing?
We use high-quality, calibrated portable weigh pads that measure in 1kg increments. By weighing all wheels at the same time, we achieve highly accurate, real-world results

How long does the process take?

Most weighings take around 2-hours, depending on your setup and whether adjustments are required.

Do I need to have my caravan packed?

Yes — for the most accurate results, your vehicle and caravan should be loaded as if you’re ready to travel (fuel, water, gear, passengers, etc.).

Can you help if my setup is overweight?

Absolutely. We provide live weighing, which means we can help you redistribute weight on the spot and guide you on how to bring your setup back within safe and legal limits.

Do I receive a report?
Yes — you’ll receive a detailed report outlining all weights, limits, and whether your setup is compliant, along with practical recommendations if adjustments are needed.

Can being overweight affect my insurance?

Yes. If your vehicle or caravan is found to be over its legal weight limits, your insurance claim may be reduced or declined in the event of an accident.

Is mobile weighing better than a public weigh bridge?

Public weigh bridges are great for trucks but are not calibrated appropriately for much lighter car and caravan configurations. They measure in 20Kg increments and do not give you individual wheel weights so you can balance your load. At a public weigh bridge you are on your own, there is no one to explain what everything means and provide professional assistance is ensuring you are safe.

How much does weighing cost?

Prices start from $220 - But what price can you put on your family's safety?