2,432 cat scales · 49 states · updated October 2026
CAT Scale Near Me – Truck Scales by State
Weigh your truck before the weigh station does: certified CAT Scales and other public truck scales at truck stops near you.
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We list 2,432 truck scales in 49 states – mostly certified CAT Scales at truck stops, plus other public scales drivers can use. Tap the button above to find the closest CAT Scale near you.
A truck scale is not the same as a weigh station: truck scales are private, paid scales you use to check your own weight; weigh stations are run by the state for enforcement. Weighing first lets you fix an overweight axle before an officer sees it.
- 2,432cat scales
- 49states
- 2,115chain locations
- 317independents
Truck Scale Map
Every location we know of. Open the full map to zoom in, filter by amenities and find the ones along your route.
Open the full mapHow a CAT Scale Works
Pull onto the scale with each axle group on its own platform, press the intercom button and give your details. You pay inside – or use the Weigh My Truck app to pay from the cab – and get a printed ticket with the steer, drive and trailer axle weights and the gross weight. A reweigh after you slide your tandems or fifth wheel is usually cheaper than the first weigh.
CAT Scales are certified and backed by the company’s weight guarantee, so keep your scale ticket with your paperwork in case a weigh station disagrees.
Truck Scales by State
Pick a state to see its truck scales together with its truck stops and weigh stations.
- Alabama65
- Alaska1
- Arizona67
- Arkansas45
- California128
- Colorado37
- Connecticut6
- Delaware2
- Florida81
- Georgia109
- Idaho24
- Illinois138
- Indiana96
- Iowa72
- Kansas37
- Kentucky55
- Louisiana50
- Maine6
- Maryland16
- Massachusetts9
- Michigan49
- Minnesota39
- Mississippi44
- Missouri88
- Montana21
- Nebraska25
- Nevada28
- New Hampshire5
- New Jersey17
- New Mexico37
- New York44
- North Carolina51
- North Dakota22
- Ohio102
- Oklahoma58
- Oregon32
- Pennsylvania62
- Rhode Island2
- South Carolina70
- South Dakota15
- Tennessee74
- Texas282
- Utah32
- Vermont1
- Virginia57
- Washington35
- West Virginia8
- Wisconsin68
- Wyoming20
Federal Weight Limits
On the Interstate System, federal law sets these limits (23 CFR Part 658). States may allow more with permits:
- Gross vehicle weight: 80,000 lbs
- Single axle: 20,000 lbs
- Tandem axle: 34,000 lbs
- Axle groups: Federal Bridge Formula
When to Weigh Your Truck
Weigh after every new load, especially when the shipper can’t tell you the weight, and after you’ve moved freight around. It takes a few minutes, and it’s much cheaper than an overweight ticket or being placed out of service at the next weigh station.
CAT Scale FAQ
How do I find a CAT Scale near me?
Tap Find a CAT Scale near me. We show the closest truck scales with distance and the truck stop they’re at.
Is a CAT Scale the same as a weigh station?
No. A CAT Scale is a private, paid scale at a truck stop for checking your own weight. A weigh station is run by the state to enforce weight limits – see all weigh stations.
Can I weigh my RV or car on a CAT Scale?
Yes, most CAT Scales weigh RVs, trailers and other vehicles too. It’s a good way to check your RV’s weight against its rating.
How much weight can a semi truck carry?
On interstates the federal limit is 80,000 lbs gross, 20,000 lbs on a single axle and 34,000 lbs on a tandem, unless the state issues a permit.