Scales used in off-road applications

Scales in this category are designed for the large trucks that are typically used in off-road applications where the loads can range from 50 to 500t. The flexible design of these products allow for customization to suit your exact needs. Choose one of the steel deck designs that use our POWERCELL® load cell technology to provide proven performance and unmatched reliability.

Proven Lightning Protection

Truck scales are designed to be exposed to harsh elements, including lightning. No other company can offer the advanced lightning protection offered by POWERCELL PDX load cells. To keep your off-road truck scale up and running, look no further.

Durable Weighbridges

Truck scales in this category are designed for trucks that are used for heavy-capacity weighing. Superior craftsmanship and POWERCELL load cells put METTLER TOLEDO off-road scales ahead of the competition. Make sure you are asking all the right questions when looking for a scale best for your application.

7563 Truck Scales (Orthotropic Steel-Deck Scales)

Model 7563 is a steel deck scale for weighing over-the-road legal trucks and certain off-road vehicles. The design is flexible and can be tailored to match your specific application requirements. The orthotropic design provides reliable weighing over a long service life, while POWERCELL® load cells transmit an extremely powerful signal for accurate, dependable weighing. In addition, the steel deck design is ideal for operations that need their scale up and running quickly.

Specifications - 7563 Truck Scales

Description A steel deck truck scale with robust closed orthotropic ribs for heavy traffic and harsh environments.
Deck Construction Steel
Width 9 ft 9 in, 9 ft 11 in, 10 ft, 11 ft, 11 ft 10 in, 14 ft, 16 ft (2.79, 3, 3.04, 3.3, 3.6, 4.2, 4.8 m)
Length 15 to 140 ft (4.6 to 42.7 m)
Height 17 in (432 mm)
Applications Mining; Forest Products; Solid Waste; Aggregates; Bulk Foods; Scrap Metals; Steel Mills; Utilities; Chemicals
Approval NTEP Certificate: 96-092A5
Capacity Single Width: 120,000 lb (scale lengths < or=to 20 ft); 200,000 lb (scale lengths> or = to 20 ft) Side-by-Side: 240,000 lb (scale lengths < or=to 20 ft); 400,000 lb (scale lengths> or = to 20 ft)
Trade Name POWERCELL

7566 Truck Scales (Heavy-Duty Scales for Off-Road Vehicles)

Model 7566 is a steel-deck scale for weighing off-road vehicles used in mining, steel, aggregate, forestry, and other similar operations. This rugged scale is built to provide dependable performance for extreme duty applications. It is available as a single-width scale (11 feet 10 inches wide) or a double-width scale capable of handling the industry's largest off-road vehicles. The orthotropic design provides reliable weighing over a long service life, while the POWERCELL® load cells transmit an extremely powerful signal for accurate, dependable weighing.

Model 7566 easily handles the forces generated by normal truck traffic, distributing concentrated loads more effectively than standard I-beam deck structures. The robust orthotropic design is similar to the one used on the Golden Gate Bridge and many other highway bridges around the world.