Rapala Touch Screen Fish Scale 50 lb
- Weight Capacity Maximum: 50 pounds
- Readout Accuracy: High
- Display Type: Touch Screen
- Measurement Type: weight
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact, purpose-built fish scale from a known tackle brand, worth carrying if a rough boatside weight check is all you need rather than certified accuracy.
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ASIN: B0048O92BCModel: RTDS-50Category: Fish Weighing Scales
Overview
A handheld fish scale from Rapala, built for weighing catches boatside or at the dock, housed in a compact 0.78 pound body sized for a tackle bag.
The RTDS-50 designation points to a 50 unit weighing range, and Rapala has built spring and dial scales like this into its tackle line for years. With no product description or spec sheet detail beyond material and weight, the exact readout style is not confirmed by this data, so treat the 50 as a capacity marker rather than a guaranteed spec.
- 0.78 pound item weight
- Multi color body
- Single count scale
- Part of the Rapala tackle lineup
Who it's for
Suits anglers who want a quick weight check at the ramp or dock without carrying a full digital rig. Anyone needing certified accuracy for tournament weigh-ins should look at a scale with documented calibration specs instead.
Pros and cons
- Compact and light enough to carry in a tackle box
- From an established fishing tackle brand
- Readout mechanism not specified in the data
Performance notes
A scale like this typically hooks through the fish's jaw or a stringer and reads weight through spring tension or a dial, giving a fast estimate rather than lab-grade precision.
Specifications
| Brand | Rapala |
|---|---|
| Model | RTDS-50 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Weight Capacity Maximum | 50 poundslower than 65% of 41 fish weighing scales |
| Item Weight | 0.78 poundshigher than 91% of 34 fish weighing scales |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Blend |
| Color | Multi |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Scale |
| Other details | |
| Readout Accuracy | High |
| Display Type | Touch Screen |
| Measurement Type | weight |
| Weigh Scale Type | Suspension Scale |
| Form Factor | Handheld |
| Part Number | RTDS-50 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Fish |
| Special Features | Digital Display |
| Item Type Name | Rapala, Scale, Touch Screen, 50 Lbs |
Closest rivals on specs
Boga 130 Fish Scale 30 lb- Item Weight 0.78 vs 0.6 pounds (+30%)
- Weight Capacity Maximum 50 vs 30 pounds (+67%)
Piscifun Fish Gripper with Digital Scale- Item Weight 0.78 vs 0.57 pounds (+37%)
- Weight Capacity Maximum 50 vs 60 pounds (-17%)
Frequently asked questions
What does RTDS-50 measure up to?
The model number suggests a 50 unit capacity, though the exact scale, pounds or kilograms, is not confirmed in the listing data.
Is this a digital or spring scale?
The available specs do not state the mechanism, only that it is a single scale unit made of blended material.
Is it good for tournament weigh-ins?
No accuracy or calibration data is provided, so it suits casual weight checks better than certified competition use.