Livestock Scales – LS4

Stop Guessing, Start Growing: The LS4 Livestock Scale is Your Farm’s New Data Powerhouse

In today’s agriculture, efficiency is measured in kilograms. Relying on visual estimates for health, feeding, or sales is a direct path to lost revenue. It’s time to equip your farm with the robust precision of the LS4 Standard Livestock Scale.

This is more than just a scale—it’s a reliable, portable, and durable weighing system engineered to simplify herd management across farms, feedlots, and livestock operations. The LS4 gives you the accurate, actionable data you need to drive better production outcomes.

Feature Spotlight: Stability in Motion

The number one challenge in livestock weighing is movement. A restless cow or a lively sheep can render a reading useless. The LS4 conquers this with sophisticated technology:

• Stabilising Filter Technology: The LS4 indicator features an advanced stabilising algorithm (with Hi, Lo, and Std Filter Modes) that actively filters out the “spikes” and oscillations caused by animal movement. This means you get a stable and accurate weight reading quickly, reducing stress on the animal and saving you critical time in the chute.

Versatility: Dual-Range Precision for Every Animal

From the smallest lamb to the biggest bull, the LS4 covers your entire herd with unmatched accuracy:

• Heavy Duty Standard Mode: A substantial 2000 kg total capacity (including the platform/crate) and a 1 kg readability allows you to safely and accurately weigh your largest cattle.

• Fine Mode for Small Stock: For high-precision tasks like weighing small animals, feed portions, or medication, the Fine Mode delivers an impressive readability of 0.1kg for loads up to 300 kg. This dual-range capability eliminates the need for a separate small-animal scale.

Built for the Field: Portable Power and Installation

The LS4 system is designed for the reality of farm work—tough and on the move:

• Portable Design: The system is supplied with two heavy-duty Load Beams (available in 600mm, 800mm, or 1000mm lengths, specified on order). These beams can be placed under any existing crush or platform, or used to build a new one.

• Flexible Power: Operate anywhere with the built-in rechargeable battery for true portability. Charging is flexible, too—use the supplied 220V AC-DC mains adaptor/charger or the 12V battery cable with clips to charge straight from your vehicle’s battery.

Data at Your Fingertips: The LS4 Indicator Functions

The LS4 indicator is your basic statistical hub, providing more than just the weight:

• Individual Weight: The immediate, live mass of the animal in kilograms.

• COUNT: Tracks the total number of animals weighed during the session.

• TOTAL: Provides the cumulative mass of all animals weighed.

• AVE (Average Mass): Essential for calculating average daily gains, feed conversions, and assessing group performance.

• HI & LOW (Max/Min Mass): Instantly identifies the heaviest and lightest animals in a batch, helping you spot outliers for targeted management.

Optional Extras to Complete Your System

To achieve the best accuracy and safety, the LS4 system is modular and supports these essential additions:

• Cattle Platform: A robust, anti-slip floor to place on your load beams.

• Cattle Crate with Gates: This is highly recommended as the most accurate option. Because the crate and gates are weighed, if the animal pushes against the sides or gates, it has no effect on the reading, ensuring a true live weight.

• Sheep or Pig Crate: Specialized crates for smaller stock, maximizing safety and ease of use for finer weighing.

The LS4 Standard Livestock Scale is the smart way to move from estimation to data-driven farming. Get accurate records, make better decisions on feeding and health, and ensure you get the right price for your stock every time.

Ready to weigh better?

Contact the experts at Border Scales to configure your LS4 system today!