Can Block Be Used Under BTBRV Tongue Weight Scale

Question

Question:

Can I place a block underneath the BTBRV scale?

asked by: Ryan

0

Expert Reply:

Hi Ryan; you can place a block under the BTBRV Tongue Weight Scale # BTBRV44FR if you need to. Just make sure the block and scale are on level ground. You will also want to chock the wheels of your trailer to keep it stable. You may also be interested in the # BTBRV27FR which comes with a SnapPad.

expert reply by: Robin H

0

Robin H.

1/19/2026

Hey Ryan, how did things go when you used a block under the BTBRV tongue weight scale? Your results could help others trying to get accurate readings on uneven ground.

Answer 1

Hi Joe; I can definitely help you out with this. The right weight distribution hitch will depend on the tongue weight of your loaded setup. The best way to find your tongue weight is with a scale like the #BTBRV44FR. You can also use one of the…

view full answer...

Answer 2

Hi Rick; the right weight distribution hitch will depend on the loaded tongue weight of your setup. The best way to find this is with a tongue weight scale like the #BTBRV44FR. Once you have this measurement you can find a system with an appropriate…

view full answer...

Answer 3

Hi Don; a scale like the BTBRV Tongue Weight Scale #BTBRV44FR can help you with this. When loading a trailer you want the tongue weight of your setup to be between 10% and 15% of your total trailer weight. This will give you the best ride quality and…

view full answer...

Answer 4

Hey Janice! The max height of the BTBRV Tongue Weight Scale #BTBRV44FR and #BTBRV27FR is 20-1/2" and the minimum height is 14-1/2" so it will be perfect for your trailer. The scale adjusts in 2" increments using the trigger latch for…

view full answer...

Answer 5

Hi James; the BTBRV Tongue Weight Scale #BTBRV44FR uses a 323 gauge so the margin of error is 3%. The gauge on the scale displays weight in 50-lb increments up to 2,000 lbs.

view full answer...

Answer 6

Hi Josh; the BTBRV Tongue Weight Scale #BTBRV44FR is actually made of both. It has a steel footplate with an aluminum body, both of which have a powder coat finish. The scale also comes with a limited lifetime warranty.

view full answer...

Answer 7

Hi Alex; the gauge on the Big Truck Big RV Tongue Weight Scale for Trailers #BTBRV004 has a +/- 5% full scale accuracy and displays weight in 20-lb increments up to 1,000 lbs. We also have it available with a SnapPad #BTBRV99FR. If you want something…

view full answer...

Answer 8

Hey Eric! There has definitely been some confusion around the specs on this scale. I just contacted B&W and can confirm that the B&W Digital Tongue Weight Scale w/ LED Screen #BW34KR has a max capacity of 4,000 lbs. It has been listed on our…

view full answer...

Answer 9

Hey Al, Having used both I can confirm that the Big Truck Big RV Tongue Weight Scale w/ Storage Bag for Trailers #BTBRV44FR has been the better choice over the etrailer #e99044. This scale utilizes a different gauge that doesn't seem to have the…

view full answer...

Answer 10

Hey Jeff, The specs you are looking for on that B & W tongue weight scale, #BW34KR, are below. Since this is a brand new item from B & W there is no earlier date to get this yet as it is set to release fall of 2025. The over all capacity of…

view full answer...

Answer 11

Hey Michael, The Big Truck Big RV Tongue Weight Scale #BTBRV44FR unfortunately can not attach to the bottom of the trailer jack like the etrailer tongue weight scale #e99044 does. The footplate for this scale is held in with a screw so that it…

view full answer...

Answer 12

Absolutely our Tongue Weight Scale #e99044 will work perfectly with your travel trailer! Our scale has a 2,000 lb capacity which you may think that a 5,000 lb trailer would be too much for our scale, but it's actually an ideal size trailer. What…

view full answer...