Stay safe and legal: Laser Tools new Towing Hitch Weight Checker
Tuesday 19 August 2025
When towing a caravan or trailer, getting the nose weight right is critical for safe handling and legal compliance. New from Laser Tools, the Towing Hitch Weight Checker (part number 9248), is a must-have safety tool for caravanners and trailer users, offering a quick and accurate way to check that your trailer’s hitching (nose) weight is within your vehicle’s safe towing limit.
Too much nose weight can overload the rear suspension and affect steering and braking, while too little can cause instability, sway, or loss of control. With a clearly marked scale (50kg to 100kg), the 9248 helps ensure your load is correctly balanced before every trip — enhancing safety for you, your passengers, and other road users.
- Quickly checks hitch (nose) weight to ensure it meets your vehicle’s towing spec.
- Weight capacity: 50–100kg with easy-to-read indicators at 50, 75 and 100kg.
- To use: place under the hitch and retract the jockey wheel to read the gauge.
- Lightweight and compact for easy storage — just 380g and 425mm tall.
- Strong, durable construction — ideal for caravans and trailers alike.
Peace of mind before you tow. Whether you're off on a holiday or moving equipment, the Laser 9248 is an essential pre-journey check that can help prevent trailer sway and keep you within legal towing limits.
Available now for purchase from your Laser Tools stockist and online retailers.