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Fairbanks Type S Series Pit-type Truck Scales

Fairbanks’ Type S Series Pit-Type Truck Scales are able to deliver accurate, dependable results under the harshest conditions or heaviest loads. The durable design means longer scale life with less maintenance.
Designed for weighing perfection even under the heaviest loads or in extremely harsh conditions, the Type S Series scales are time-tested to handle the weighing needs of demanding operations. Over the years, this design has become synonymous with reliability and long scale life, backed by an available 15 year warranty. With capacities from 15 to 120 tons, a DTAC/CLC from 30K to 120K and standard and custom lengths available, you’ll find a  truck scale that’s right for you.

Manufacturer:
Fairbanks Scales

Types:
Pit Type Truck Scales, Truck, Vehicle and Railroad Scales

Industries:
Shipping & Freight, Transportation & Logistics

Applications:
Shipping and Logistics, SOLAS Required Shipping Container Weighing

Models
Platform SizeScale CapacityDual Tandem Axle Capacity# SectionsSeriesAdd to Quote
22 x 915 30,000 lbs2Type S
24 x 10'/1225 50,000 lbs2Type S
24 x 10'/1230 60,000 lbs2Type S
30 x 10'/1230 60,000 lbs2Type S
34 x 10'/1230 60,000 lbs2Type S
34 x 10'/1250 60,000 lbs4Type S
50 x 10'/1260 60,000 lbs4Type S
60 x 10'/1260 60,000 lbs4Type S
70 x 10'/12'/1460 60,000 lbs5Type S
80 x 10'/1260 60,000 lbs5Type S
50 x 10'/1260 80,000 lbs4Type S
60 x 10'/1260 80,000 lbs4Type S
70 x 10'/1260 80,000 lbs5Type S
60 x 10'/1280 80,000 lbs4Type S
70 x 10'/12'/1480 80,000 lbs5Type S
80 x 10'/12'/1480 80,000 lbs5Type S
60 x 12120 120,000 lbs4Type S
70 x 12120 120,000 lbs5Type S
60 x 14120 120,000 lbs4Type S
70 x 14120 120,000 lbs5Type S
10 x 1020 40,000 lbs2Type S Axle Load
10 x 1030 60,000 lbs2Type S Axle Load
12 x 1030 60,000 lbs2Type S Axle Load
Information
Fairbanks Type S Series Pit-type Truck Scales
Specifications
Capacities25 ton to 120 ton
CLC30 k, 50 k, 60 k and 80 k
Platform sizesLengths:22’ to 80’ standard, Custom lengths available
Widths:9’ to 14’ standard
Minimum division size20 lbs
Sections2 to 5
FoundationPit-type
Weighbridge dataDesign: Dual I-beam
Construction: Field pour
Lever type: Cast iron with removable pivots
Deck thickness: 6”
Checking: Bumper
Suspension: Parallel link
ApprovalsNTEP CC# 88-154
Fairbanks ‘Type S’ Series Pit-type Truck Scales Features
  • Parallel link suspension protects against side load and load introduced shocks.
  • Double web cast iron levers feature incredible strength and corrosion resistance.
  • Adjustable trunnion bolts keep scale platform aligned with pit walls and approach ramp for smooth transitions and reduced wear on internal pivots and bearings.
  • Precision pivots are made of high carbon steel that is heat-treated for extra strength.
  • Self-aligning bearings support the entire length of pivots, eliminating displacement from shock.
  • Massive, load-bearing structural steel girders.
  • NTEP approved scale; NTEP and FM approved load cell
Applications “Type S” Series scales are designed with a variety of weighing applications in mind. These include:
  • Agriculture
  • Mining
  • Logging
  • Sites with limited or highly valued real estate
Resources
Fairbanks ‘Type S’ Series Pit-type Truck Scales Manual Type S Series Pit-type Truck Scales Manual  
Fairbanks Type S Series Pit-type Truck Scales Drawings 30 X 10 30TPS 4FT-6IN PIT 10 X 10 30TPS 6FT PIT 10 x 10 7182 series 24 X 10 15TPS 6FT PIT 24 X 10 15TPS SETTING PLAN 24 X 10 20TPS 6FT PIT 24 X 10 30TPS 4FT PIT SINGLE LAYER 24 X 10 30TPS 6FT PIT 24 X 12 20TPS SETTING PLAN 24 X 12 20TPS6FT PIT-IOWA 24 X 12 30TPS 6FT PIT 30 X 12 30TPS 6FT-4IN PIT-SIDE CHECKING 30 X 12 30TPS SETTING PLAN 30 X 12 30TPS SETTING PLAN-SIDE CHECKING 24 X 12 20TPS6FT PIT-IOWA (1) 24 X 12 30TPS 6FT PIT (1) 30 X 10 30TPS 4FT-6IN PIT (1) 30 X 10 30TPS 4FT-6IN PIT 30 X 10 30TPS 5FT 4IN PIT 30 X 10 30TPS 6FT-4IN PIT 30 X 10 30TPS SETTING PLAN 30 X 12 30TPS 5FT PIT 30 X 12 30TPS 5FT PIT-LEVETRONIC 30 X 12 30TPS 5FT PIT-SETTING PLAN 30 X 12 30TPS 6FT-4IN PIT 50 X 12 30TPS SETTING PLAN 34 X 10 30TPS SETTING PLAN 34 X 12 30TPS 6FT-4IN PIT 34 X 12 30TPS SETTING PLAN 50 X 10 30TPS 4FT PIT 50 X 10 30TPS 6FT PIT 50 X 10 30TPS SETTING PLAN 50 X 12 30TPS 4FT PIT 60 x 12 25TPS 6FT PIT 60 X 12 30TPS 5FT PIT 60 X 12 30TPS 6FT PIT 60 X 12 30TPS 6FT PIT SIDE CHECKING 60 X 12 30TPS SETTING PLAN 60 X 12 30TPS SETTING PLAN,SIDE CHECKING 60 X 10 30TPS 4FT PIT 60 X 10 30TPS 5FT PIT 60 X 10 30TPS 5FT PIT, SIDE CHECKING 60 X 10 30TPS 6FT PIT 60 X 10 30TPS SETTING PLAN 60 X 10 30TPS SETTING PLAN-SIDE CHECKING 60 X 10 40TPS 5FT PIT 60 X 10 40TPS SETTING PLAN 70 X 10 40TPS SETTING PLAN 70 X 10 40TPS SETTING PLAN,SIDE CHECKING 70 X 10 40TPS SETTING PLAN-MICHIGAN 70 X 10 4O TPS SETTING PLAN 70 X 10 30 TPS 4FT PIT 70 x 10 30 TPS SETTING PLAN 70 X 10 40 TPS 5FT PIT 70 X 10 40 TPS 6FT PIT 70 X 10 40TPS 4FT PIT DL 70 X 10 40TPS 4FT PIT-SIDE CHECKING 70 X 10 40TPS 5FT PIT 70 X 10 40TPS 5FT PIT-MICHIGAN 70 X 10 40TPS 6FT PIT 70 X 10 40TPS 6FT PIT,SIDE CHECKING 70 X 11 40TPS 5FT PIT SIDE CHECKING 70 X 11 40TPS SETTING PLAN 70 X 11 40TPS SETTING PLAN,SIDE CHECKING 70 X 11 40TPS 4FT PIT 70 X 11 40TPS 5FT PIT 70 X 12 40TPS SETTING PLAN-MICHIGAN 70 X 12 25TPS 5FT PIT 70 X 12 25TPS 6FT PIT 70 X 12 25TPS SETTING PLAN 70 X 12 30TPS 5FT PIT 70 X 12 30TPS SETTING PLAN 70 X 12 40TPS 4FT 6IN PIT 70 X 12 40TPS 5FT PIT SIDE CHECKING 70 X 12 40TPS 6FT PIT 70 X 12 40TPS SETTING PLAN,SIDE CHECKING 80 X 10 40TPS SETTING PLAN-MICHIGAN 80 X 10 30TPS 4FT PIT 80 X 10 30TPS 4FT PIT,SIDE CHECKING 80 X 10 30TPS 5FT PIT 80 X 10 30TPS 6FT PIT 80 X 10 30TPS 6FT PIT, IOWA 80 X 10 30TPS 6FT PIT,SIDE CHECKING 80 X 10 30TPS SETTING PLAN 80 X 10 30TPS SETTING PLAN,SIDE CHECKING 80 x 10 40TPS 4FT PIT 80 X 10 40TPS 4FT PIT-SETTING PLAN 80 X 10 40TPS 5FT PIT 80 x 10 40TPS 6FT PIT 80 X 10 40TPS 6FT PIT,SIDE CHECKING 80 X 10 40TPS 6FT PIT-MICHIGAN 80 X 10 40TPS SETTING PLAN 80 X 10 40TPS SETTING PLAN,SIDE CHECKING 80 X 11 30TPS SETTING PLAN 80 X 12 30TPS 4FT PIT 80 X 12 30TPS 5FT PIT 80 X 12 30TPS 6FT PIT 80 X 12 30TPS SETTING PLAN 80 X 12 40TPS 4FT 6IN PIT 80 X 12 40TPS 5FT PIT-MICHIGAN 80 X 12 40TPS 6FT 3IN PIT 80 X 12 40TPS 6FT 3IN PIT,IOWA 80 X 12 40TPS SETTING PLAN 80 X 14 40TPS 4FT 6IN, CA 80 X 14 40TPS 6FT 3IN PIT 80 X 14 40TPS SETTING PLAN D138103
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