Mobile vehicle weighing service
Are you towing above your weight?
Don't find out by accident!
Understanding your Vehicle & Towing Weights
When towing a caravan, boat, or trailer, knowing what your actual weights are, is critical. Many drivers are surprised to learn their setup can be overweight even when it appears fine.Manufacturers provide weight limits for your vehicle, but those limits are based on assumptions — not how you actually load and use it. That’s where weighing your setup properly makes all the difference.
Why Vehicle Weights Matter
- Every vehicle has maximum weight ratings that must not be exceeded. Going over these limits can:
- Reduce braking performance
- Affect handling and steering
- Increase wear on suspension, tyres, and brakes
- Void insurance or warranties
- Lead to compliance issues if inspected
- Most importantly — it can compromise safety for you, your passengers, and other road users.
The Key Weights You Need to Know
- Rather than relying on estimates or brochure figures, we measure what your setup actually weighs on the day.
- These are some of the critical figures we assess:
- Tow vehicle weight – how much your vehicle weighs when loaded (GVM)
- Axle weights – front and rear axle loads
- Tow ball weight – the downward force on the tow hitch (TBM)
- Trailer or caravan weight – total loaded weight (ATM, & GTM)
- Combined weight – vehicle and trailer together (GCM)
- Understanding how these figures interact helps ensure your setup stays within safe and legal limits.
Real Weights vs Manufacturer Numbers
- Manufacturer specifications are a starting point — not the full picture.
- Once accessories, passengers, water, fuel, food, tools, and personal items are added, your actual weights can change significantly. Even small changes in load placement can shift weight from one axle to another.
- That’s why actual weighing is the only reliable way to know where you stand.
How We Help
- At Weigh It Up, we don’t just provide numbers — we explain what they mean.
- Our goal is to help you tow safer, smarter, and with confidence.
- We will:
- Weigh your caravan, trailer, or full setup
- Compare your actual weights to manufacturer limits
- Explain what all the acronyns mean
- Identify where weight may be an issue
- Explain how weight distribution affects handling
- Offer practical advice on reducing or redistributing load
- Our goal is to help you tow safer, smarter, and with confidence.
Mobile Weighing We Come to You
Our service is fully mobile. All we need is a flat, level hard surface (grass is not suitable) long enough to fit your full setup.
If your driveway isn’t suitable, a nearby car park or quiet road area usually works just as well.
If your driveway isn’t suitable, a nearby car park or quiet road area usually works just as well.
we regulary travel
We travel to different regions of Australia throughout the year. Don't miss us when we're nearby.
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