Weight tapes are an inexpensive way to accurately estimate body weight without scales or calculating a formula. By measuring the animals heart girth and using the correct tape for the breed you can get an estimation of the animal's weight. Coburn Weigh Tapes are based on research conducted at Penn State University in the USA. Holstein Dairy Calf – Newborn to 128 kg. Dairy – 3 scales for Holsteins, Jerseys & Guernseys to 898 kgs. Beef – Based of BCS to 734 kg.
