Overview
The Reich Caravan Weight Control is a precision German-engineered drawbar nose-weight scale designed to help you tow safely and legally every time you hitch up. Rated to 1000 kg and finished in high-visibility yellow, this mechanical spring-scale device measures the static downward force your caravan exerts on the tow ball — a critical figure for safe towing that is legally required to fall within your tow vehicle's rated ball load. Its robust steel construction and analogue dial deliver instant, battery-free readings, so you can check and adjust your load in the driveway before you leave — no guesswork, no apps, no electronics to fail in the field.
Designed for Australian caravanners, RV owners, and 4WD tourers who take compliance and road safety seriously, the Reich Weight Control is an essential pre-trip safety check tool for anyone towing a caravan, camper trailer, or horse float on Australian roads. Whether you're heading off-road through outback tracks, cruising the Great Ocean Road, or doing a lap of Australia, getting your nose weight right protects your tow vehicle's steering, brakes, and suspension — and keeps you on the right side of the law. Compact enough to store in your tow vehicle's toolbox, it's the kind of no-fuss, reliable piece of gear every caravan owner should carry.
- Measures caravan drawbar nose weight (ball load) up to 1000 kg capacity
- High-visibility yellow colour-coded body for easy identification
- Mechanical analogue spring-scale — no batteries or electronics required
- Robust steel construction for long-term durability in outdoor conditions
- Instant static reading directly on calibrated dial
- Compact and portable — stores easily in tow vehicle or caravan toolbox
- Made by Reich, a trusted German manufacturer of caravan towing accessories
Key Features
- Measures caravan nose/drawbar weight up to 1000 kg — ensures legal and safe ball load
- Mechanical analogue spring-scale with calibrated dial — no batteries or electronics needed
- High-visibility yellow body for quick identification in the garage or driveway
- Robust steel construction built to withstand Australian outdoor and off-road conditions
- Compact and portable — fits easily in your tow vehicle toolbox or caravan storage
Common questions
Why does ball weight matter as much as total weight?
Because it decides how the rig behaves, not just whether it is legal. Too little download on the ball and the van starts wagging at highway speed; too much and you lighten the front of the tow vehicle and dull the steering. Total mass tells you nothing about either.
Does an analogue dial lose anything against a digital scale?
You lose a digital readout and gain a tool that always works. There is nothing to go flat in a drawer between trips and nothing to reset. Read the dial square on rather than from an angle, take the measurement with the van sitting level, and it repeats reliably.
When should I take the measurement?
Loaded, on level ground, with the drawbar at the height it will sit behind the tow vehicle. Measuring an empty van tells you nothing useful, because water tanks and a loaded front boot are what move the figure. Re-check any time you shift heavy gear between the front and rear.
Delivery, returns & warranty
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
Outdoor Camping Australia operates a nationwide distribution network, with items shipping from:
- Our warehouse in Bendigo, Victoria
- Partner supplier warehouses on the East Coast
- Partner supplier warehouses on the West Coast
This multi-location approach allows us to provide efficient delivery across Australia. Use our shipping calculator on the product pages for accurate delivery times and costs to your location.
Important Shipping Notes:
- We cannot deliver to PO Boxes, Private Mail Bags or Parcel Lockers
- Depot pickup options may be available at reduced rates (contact us to discuss)
- Off-mainland deliveries require additional shipping fees (custom quoted)
- Missed deliveries may incur a redelivery fee set by the courier
- All shipments managed through our trusted delivery partners including Border Express, VicTas, DHL, StarTrack, AusPost, Sendle and Aramex
Returns
As outlined in our Refund Policy, we follow the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) which protects consumers by providing certain guaranteed rights when buying goods and services.
You can return items if:
- The product is faulty or not of merchantable quality
- The product is not fit for its intended purpose
- The product does not match the description
- You can present proof of purchase
For change of mind returns:
- Item must be in original condition with tags attached
- Must be returned within 30 days of purchase
- Original proof of purchase required
- Return shipping is at customer's expense
- Original delivery charges are non-refundable unless due to our error
Refunds will be processed within 10 business days of receiving and inspecting the return.
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Specifications
| Brand | Reich |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | 450-05910 |
| Capacity | 1000 kg |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Measurement Type | Static drawbar nose weight (ball load) |
| Scale Type | Mechanical analogue spring-scale |
| Display | Calibrated analogue dial |
| Power Source | None — mechanical operation, battery-free |
| Construction | Steel spring mechanism with robust housing |
| Application | Caravans, camper trailers, horse floats, trailers |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Suitable For | Tow vehicles with up to 1000 kg rated ball load |
| Usage | Pre-departure static nose weight check |
| Range Indicator | Colour-coded range (Yellow = up to 1000 kg capacity) |
Reich Caravan Weight Control 1000kg — Yellow
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