Is There An Accurate And Easy To Read Digital Tongue Weight Scale Instead Of The Needle Gauge Scale

Published 02/10/2026

Question:

I’ve used needle gauge tongue weight scales before and always felt like I was guessing. Is the digital readout on this BandW scale actually more accurate, or is it just easier to read?

asked by: Mark

Expert Reply:

That’s a great question, Mark.

The big advantage of the BandW Digital Tongue Weight Scale # BW34KR is that it removes interpretation completely. Instead of estimating where a needle lands, you get a clear digital readout in 5-lb increments, with accuracy rated at +/- 0.5%.

So, the number you see on the screen is your actual tongue weight, which is especially helpful when small load changes matter. If you’ve ever been unsure whether a dial gauge was slightly over or under, this digital setup takes that guesswork out.

What kind of trailer are you typically checking tongue weight on?

expert reply by: Andrew N