Abstract: A sensor controlled leveling device comprises an attitude detector and/or a laser sensor. In order to create a sensor controlled leveling device with which a desired relative attitude may be automatically set and held the attitude detector has a float which is supported and pivoted in a central part. The laser sensor comprises a zero point recognition means whose output is connected with electronic processing circuitry for at least one servo drive. Using the control unit it is possible for the drive to be operated in a direction opposing a relative change in setting of the laser sensor in relation to a reference plane as swept out by a laser generator so as to correct deviation of the laser sensor from the reference plane.