platform scales

platform scales
A weighing scales so constructed that vehicles, loaded or unloaded, may be weighed thereon. A weighing scales with a platform upon which the barrel, bag, or other receptacle to be weighed may be conveniently placed. 35 Am J2d Fixt § 97.

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