Designed to withstand the toughest livestock operations, AB5T 5t weigh bars feature reinforced feet for stable support under cattle crushes or animal crates. Their sealed tubular structure ensures long-lasting performance in extreme heat, cold, mud or dust.As a trusted livestock load bars manufacturer, we engineer every unit for superior durability, accuracy, and ease of use in demanding farm environments.

Why choose AB5T cattle load bars

• Built for heavy livestock: 5,000 kg capacity supports large cattle and repeated commercial use.
• Farm-tough construction: Hot-dip galvanized, sealed tubular housing resists corrosion and holds up in wet, muddy yards.
• Stable under crushes: Reinforced footing and four fixing holes on the base plate ensure secure, deformation-free installation under squeeze chutes.
• Low maintenance cabling: Cable protected by a stainless steel spring cover reduces wear from livestock, equipment and moisture.
• Ready to integrate: Uses exclusively customized load cells and is compatible with most weighing indicators — typically no re-calibration required.

Features

• Tubular hot dip galvanized sealed housing
• 5,000kg capacity: Heavy-duty design for cattle or large animal weighing
• Reinforced footing: Specially designed for use under squeeze chutes
• Performs well in extreme temperatures
• Cable with stainless steel spring cover
• Exclusively customized load cell
• There are four fixing holes on the base plate (Can be installed temporarily or permanently)
• Compatible with most indicators and no calibration required

Application Scenarios

• Under cattle crushes or veterinary chutes
• Permanent installation in a cold-climate barn or hot open yard
• Weighing multiple animals requiring a sturdy base
• Weighing in a feedlot or slaughterhouse
• Mobile weighing between different locations

Farm benefits — what this saves you

• Reduced downtime — corrosion-resistant design and protected cables mean fewer service calls.
• Fewer handling delays — reinforced feet and stable beams deliver repeatable readings, reducing re-weighs.
• Lower total cost of ownership — rugged materials lengthen service life vs cheap beams.
• Straightforward upgrades — plug into existing indicators or build a matched HiRancher weighing system.

FAQ

• How should I install 5t weigh bars under a crush or crate?

Simply position the bars parallel under the crush base, using the pre-drilled mounting holes for secure attachment if necessary.

• Are these suitable for trailer-mounted systems?

Yes. Their rugged construction and sealed design make them perfect for mobile weighing platforms or trailer use across rough terrain.

• Which indicators are compatible?

AB5T is compatible with most indicators, including HiRancher FOX, FOX PRO and K7. Provide your indicator model and we’ll verify wiring and protocol.

Compatibility & integration

AB5T works with most standard weighing indicators and is commonly paired with farm indicators such as FOX, FOX PRO and K7. If you’re retrofitting an older indicator, send us the model number — we’ll confirm wiring and protocol before shipment to avoid integration surprises.