Acquiring tractor and semi-trailer weights
Weigh the tractor only (Channel A) then weigh the whole rig (Total). Subtract the
tractor weight from the Total weight to determine the weight of the semi-trailer
(Channel B).
Acquiring additional semi-trailer weights
Any additional axle groups should be weighed individually.
Acquiring steering axle weights
In the case where the steering weight is required, acquire by making sure that
only the steer axle is on the weigh bridge. To acquire the drive axle weight, weigh
the whole tractor and subtract the steer axle weight.
If the steer axle is instrumented : Channel A B C
If the steer axle is not instrumented (Virtual): Channel S A B
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bridge
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Channel «B» or «A» Channel «C» or «B»
Channel «A» or «S»
Weigh bridge Weigh bridge
Channel «B»
Channel «A»
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