Monitoring a horse’s weight is an important part of good equine management. Whether you are managing feeding, monitoring condition or simply keeping an accurate record of changes over time, a dedicated horse weighing scale provides a far more reliable measurement than estimating weight visually.
At Whyte Country Supplies, we stock robust horse scales suitable for equestrian yards, stables and other equine facilities, including TAMS approved options designed for straightforward and reliable weighing.
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Why Weigh Your Horse?
A horse's weight can change gradually, making differences difficult to notice through appearance alone. Regular weighing gives you an objective figure that can be recorded and compared over time.
Accurate weight information can be particularly useful for:
- Monitoring changes in body weight
- Managing feeding and nutrition
- Tracking condition over time
- Monitoring growing or developing horses
- General horse management and record keeping
Having scales available in the yard also makes it much easier to establish a consistent weighing routine.
Horse Scales Designed for Equine Use
Our horse scales have a 2-tonne weighing capacity and a generous platform measuring approximately 2000mm x 900mm, providing plenty of space for the horse to stand during weighing.
The scales incorporate a special filtering system designed to minimise the effect of movement while an animal is standing on the platform. This helps provide a stable reading even when the horse isn't standing completely still.
Power is supplied by a rechargeable battery, making the scales suitable for use in locations where a permanent power supply may not be convenient. The monitor can also be quickly disconnected when required.
TAMS Approved Horse Scales
Our horse scales are TAMS and BEEP approved, making them particularly suitable for Irish farmers and equine businesses looking for approved weighing equipment.
They are supplied with a 12-month warranty and feature protected cable routing inside the rails to help prevent accidental or rodent damage.
Artificial Grass Horse Scales
For horses that may be less comfortable stepping onto a conventional metal weighing platform, we also offer a version professionally covered with artificial grass.
The grass-covered surface provides a more natural appearance and feel underfoot while retaining the same 2-tonne weighing capacity and core scale functionality.
Horse Scales or a Weight Tape?
Weight tapes can provide a useful estimate of a horse's weight, but a dedicated weighing platform provides an actual measured weight. This makes horse scales particularly useful where accurate and repeatable records are required.
Using the same scales regularly also makes it easier to identify changes in weight rather than relying solely on visual assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Horse Scales
What capacity are the horse scales?
The horse scales available from Whyte Country Supplies have a maximum capacity of 2 tonnes, making them suitable for weighing horses of a wide range of sizes.
What size is the weighing platform?
The horse scale platform measures approximately 2000mm long by 900mm wide.
Are the horse scales TAMS approved?
Yes. The horse scales in our range are TAMS approved and are also BEEP approved.
Do the scales need to be connected to mains electricity?
The scales have a rechargeable battery, allowing greater flexibility when positioning and using them around the yard.
Can the scales cope with the horse moving?
The scale uses a special filtering system designed to minimise the effects of movement while the animal is standing on the platform, helping to produce a stable weight reading.
What is the difference between the two horse scale options?
Both offer the same core weighing functionality. One has an aluminium chequer plate surface, while the alternative is professionally covered with artificial grass to provide a more natural-feeling surface for horses.
Do the horse scales come with a warranty?
Yes. The horse scales come with a 12-month warranty.
Buy Horse Scales in Ireland
Whyte Country Supplies supplies horse scales throughout Ireland, with practical options for equestrian yards, farms and other facilities where accurate horse weighing is required.
Explore our range of TAMS approved horse scales, including standard aluminium and artificial grass covered platforms.
