Truck Scale Analysis Report : the global Truck Scale market size is projected to reach USD 1.02 billion by 2031
Truck scale (US), weighbridge (non-US) is a large set of scales, usually mounted permanently on a concrete foundation, that is used to weigh entire rail or road vehicles and their contents. By weighing the vehicle both empty and when loaded, the load carried by the vehicle can be calculated.
Market Drivers & Opportunity
D1: Logistics & Transportation Growth, global trade, e-commerce, and last-mile delivery services are booming.
D2: Infrastructure Development, Road, port, mining, and rail infrastructure expansion—especially in Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa—is a major demand driver.
D3: Weigh-In-Motion (WIM) Technology, Governments are investing in Weigh-In-Motion systems for real-time monitoring without stopping traffic. This tech is becoming mandatory on many highways and industrial gates.
Market Challenges
C1: High Initial Capital Cost. Truck Scale has a high cost, typically in the tens of thousands of dollars (excluding installation, calibration, and maintenance), which small businesses find difficult to afford.
C2: Installation & Infrastructure Complexity. Truck scales often require significant civil engineering: concrete foundations, drainage systems, ramps, and power supplies. Installation can take weeks or months, disrupting operations—especially for pit-type systems.
C3: Lack of Standardization Across Markets. Each country has its own legal standards (e.g., OIML, NTEP), making international scale production and certification challenging. Hardware and software from different vendors often don’t work seamlessly together.
Market Restraints
R1: Long Replacement Cycles. Truck scales are built to last 10–25 years, leading to slow replacement rates. Many companies defer technology upgrades unless their scale is completely non-functional. Once sold, manufacturers have fewer monetization opportunities unless they offer service contracts or SaaS.
R2: Alternatives. Due to the high initial investment cost, Companies may opt for manual weighing, outsourced services, or rental solutions instead of ownership.
R3: Slow ROI. Especially in low-traffic or seasonal operations (e.g., agriculture), the return on investment can be too slow to justify the purchase.
According to the new market research report “Truck Scale - Global Market Share and Ranking, Overall Sales and Demand Forecast 2025-2031”, published by QYResearch, the global Truck Scale market size is projected to reach USD 1.02 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 4.1% during the forecast period.
Figure00001. Global Truck Scale Market Size (US$ Million), 2020-2031
Source: QYResearch, "Truck Scale - Global Market Share and Ranking, Overall Sales and Demand Forecast 2025-2031”
Figure00002. Global Truck Scale Top 25 Players Ranking and Market Share (Ranking is based on the revenue of 2024, continually updated)
Source: QYResearch, "Truck Scale - Global Market Share and Ranking, Overall Sales and Demand Forecast 2025-2031”
According to QYResearch Top Players Research Center, the global key manufacturers of Truck Scale include Mettler Toledo, Avery Weigh-Tronix, Bilanciai Group, Fairbanks Scales, Tunaylar, Cardinal Scale, OAS AG, Walz Scale, Rice Lake Weighing Systems, Tamtron, etc. In 2024, the global top five players had a share approximately 32.0% in terms of revenue.
In terms of product type, currently Above-Ground Type is the largest segment, hold a share of 17.1%.
In terms of product application, currently Transportation and Logistics is the largest segment, hold a share of 38.5%.
About The Authors
Liu Wang- Lead Author |
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Ms. Wang has 7 years of industry research experience. She focuses on research related to the industry chain of automotive, consumer goods, software, and services, including auto parts, advanced automotive materials, various popular software, etc. Some research topics include Automotive Air Conditioning Electric Scroll Compressors, Lithium Battery Aluminum Plastic Film, Model-based Development (MBD), Predictive Maintenance Solutions, Webtoons, 3D models, Cloud Gaming Backend Service, Visual Content, DHA from Algae, etc. As an analyst with many years of experience in the consulting industry, she has a keen insight into the industry's market trends and developments and uses data analysis to discover potential market opportunities and threats, providing data support for corporate strategic decisions. |
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