Mobile Caravan Weighing Blog

A month ago CHECK WEIGHT  posted on our Facebook Page a photo of an overloaded caravan with 6 jerry cans on the back – 3 diesel – 3 petrol. Apart from being a bad idea putting that much weight on the back of the caravan – a discussion (maybe argument?)...

Bring Your Canvas Back to Life with Canvas Magic We’ve all been there. You roll out the camper, rooftop tent or awning after a few months in storage, and there it is — mould. Black spots, funky smell, and a reminder that you packed it away a little damp. Scrubbing?...

By Jeff from CHECK WEIGHT Mobile Caravan Weighing Now the chill has gone, the rain has stopped and the days have started warming up, it’s a sure sign that caravan season is back! For many Aussies, spring and summer mean hitting the road, chasing the sun, and enjoying everything from...

By CHECK WEIGHT When it comes to towing safety, most people are across terms like ATM, GVM and GCM. But one sneaky little detail often flies under the radar — your hitch height. And let us tell you: it has a massive impact on your tow ball weight, your axle...

Recently, CHECK WEIGHT was asked to weigh two brand-new caravans to verify the compliance plate and assess its accuracy in relation to the actual weights. The caravans were brand new with gas bottles (but no gas), mattresses installed and ready for sale. We don’t often get the opportunity to weigh...

good research = good decisions. brought to you by CHECK WEIGHT – Mobile Caravan Weighing Here are 90 tips for buying a caravan at a caravan show in Australia, specifically geared to help buyers make smart, informed choices: Pre-Show Preparation What to Bring At the Show – Researching Interior Inspection...

Tow ball weight. It’s one of those things that gets thrown around a lot in the caravan world, but not always with the right understanding. And here’s the kicker — getting it wrong can seriously affect how your van tows, how your vehicle handles, and whether you’re even legal on...

Caravan mobile weighing services can be quite accurate when done properly. These services typically use calibrated, high-quality portable scales or weigh bridges to determine the weight of a caravan.   All mobile weighing, whether when from a  mobile operator or from an ordinance  body is not done in a controlled environment ...

CHECK WEIGHT recently was asked to weigh both a Ford Ranger and a Ford Everest – to determine which was more suitable for towing the owner’s caravan. The Ford Everest was purchased first and shortly after purchase the owners were offered a Ford Ranger Wildtrak as a work vehicle, with...

A caravan show is a bustling hub for all things van-tastic, but it can also be overwhelming! To cut through the excitement and make informed decisions, here are 5 tips for buying a caravan at a caravan show: Know your needs: How many people will be traveling?  What kind of trips...

What is a Safe Weight when towing a caravan? At CHECK WEIGHT we have now weighed over 1500 caravan and vehicle combinations. There’s not much we haven’t seen regarding being legal and being a safe weight. We have seen combinations that are massively overweight, vehicles overweight and caravans overweight. However,...

CHECK WEIGHT have weighed a variety of combinations over the years, from brand new caravans and cars to 20+ year old cars and caravans. The information available when purchasing a brand-new car or caravan is readily accessible, (but still can be confusing) but generally you can sit down with the...

When it comes to weighing vehicles, the surface on which the weighing occurs playsa significant role in achieving precise measurements. CHECK WEIGHT will onlyweigh your vehicle and caravan / camper trailer on asphalt or concrete surfaces as itoffers greater accuracy and stability.Weighing on dirt, gravel, and grass surfaces can be...

NOTE  UPDATED 1/12/23 What is the “Do Not Overtake Turning Vehicle” rule? Caravanning is a popular pastime for many people around Australia, offering the freedom to travel and explore the great outdoors. However, caravanning also comes with a responsibility to drive safely and follow the rules of the road. One...

AT CHECK WEIGHT from time to time we get asked what is the best vehicle or caravan. As we see a lot of different set ups our focus is weighing your current set up and if it is compliant and safe. From weighing different combinations, we have seen completely compliant...

This Blog explains the process we have for weighing a caravan and tow vehicle, and the education we provide whilst doing your weigh. Our Weigh pads are State of the Art wireless weigh pads which can weigh up to 10 ton each. You can literally drive a semi-trailer over them!!!...

Why a GVM upgrade isn’t all it seems. A lot of CHECK WEIGHT clients ask us about GVM upgrades and think that can be the answer to the weight problems (tow vehicle and caravan) And sometimes it is. But not all GVM upgrades are equal – here is why. Explanation...

What is Tow Ball Weight? Tow ball weight, also referred to as Tow Ball Mass (TBM) is the weight applied from your caravan to the tow ball on your vehicle (whilst hitched). But do you really understand how it works, how to measure it and what your tow ball weight...

Caravan Compliance Plates Firstly find where it is, take a photo of it and have a read. If you don’t know where it is – you should. It may be on your drawbar or in the tunnel boot. We have even weighed a caravan that didn’t have a compliance plate...

Five things that will make your vehicle overweight or unbalanced. Following on from our previous blog Five things that make your caravan overweight here are Five things that will make your vehicle overweight or unbalanced. 1. Drawers Drawers are the latest “must have” for storage in a 4WD or dual...

In the last year, Check Weight Mobile Caravan Weighing have weighed just over 200 caravans These are the Five things that will make your caravan overweight or unbalanced. There’s many things that we take in a caravan that we probably don’t need. Then there are things we have to take...

It’s a question we have been asked from time to time by caravan owners who have found their current tow vehicle may not be 100% suitable for their current set up. I have weighed only one RAM towing a caravan that weighed 3000 kgs. So keep that in mind whilst...

Did you know that a Vehicles Manufacturer has recommended axle weights for their vehicles? You can usually find it in the Owner’s Manual – you know that book that’s in the glove box that’s 500 pages long and we never read… You have to search for it – but there...

It’s important to load your caravan so you are not overweight or unbalanced. An overweight or unbalanced caravan can contribute to an accident. Here’s just a few simple tips on how to load your caravan so you remain under the maximum weight limit (ATM), remain legal and enjoy your holiday....