Galenus Medical
(only 15lb) Super Lightweight Transport Wheelchair. Easy to Travel, Locking Hand Brakes, User-Friendly, Folding, Portable. for Adults or Child (up to 220lbs) …
Original price was: $199.00.$149.00Current price is: $149.00.
- 1.Unfolded size: 34″ x 32.6″ x 18.9″; folded size: 15″*28.7″, bearing capacity: 220 pounds, wheelchair net weight 15 pounds.
- 2.Wheelchair material: The lightweight frame is made of aluminum alloy, which is easy to carry. The tires are made of solid PVC, two front wheels 6 inches, two rear wheels 8 inches, the seat height is 19.2 inches, and the seat width is 16 inches.
- 3.Stable structure: The high-quality aluminum alloy is strong and light at the same time, the tower-shaped three-dimensional frame distributes the force, and the thickened frame is strong enough. And is equipped with a seat belt to improve safety.
- 4. Humanized design: free installation and ready to use, the upper pull button is easy to operate, the integrated handbrake is convenient and quick to use, and the lattice seat cushion is easy to disassemble and clean.
- 5.This portable wheelchair is a perfect travel wheelchair because it is easy to fold and fits easily into the trunk of a car. It can be carried on board an airplane.
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Transport Wheelchairs with Free Shipping and Standard 3-5 Day Delivery
Transport wheelchairs come with the added convenience of free shipping and a standard 3-5 day delivery, ensuring you receive your mobility aid quickly and at no extra cost. This efficient service makes purchasing an upright rollator walker a seamless experience, providing fast access to a device that enhances mobility and independence. Galenus Medical offers this hassle-free shipping, making us a top choice for reliable, customer-focused service.
What Is the Weight Capacity of Transport Wheelchairs?
Consumers often ask about the weight capacity of transport wheelchairs to ensure safe support. Typically, these wheelchairs can accommodate between 250 and 300 pounds, though some heavy-duty models may support up to 400 pounds or more. This range suits a variety of users, providing reliable stability for daily mobility needs, whether for short trips or extended use.
How Much Do Transport Wheelchairs Weigh?
Portability is a key concern, and transport wheelchairs are designed to be lightweight, generally weighing between 15 and 26 pounds. This makes them easy to lift into cars, store in tight spaces, or carry during travel, offering convenience for caregivers and users who need a manageable mobility solution.
Are Transport Wheelchairs Foldable?
Yes, transport wheelchairs are typically foldable, featuring simple mechanisms for compact storage. This design allows them to fit easily in car trunks, closets, or other small spaces, making them ideal for travel or home use. Consumers value this portability for on-the-go convenience.
What Is the Seat Size and Height?
Comfort is crucial, and transport wheelchairs often have seat widths ranging from 16 to 20 inches to accommodate various body sizes. Seat heights are generally set between 17 and 19 inches, ensuring users can sit and stand with ease. These dimensions provide a comfortable fit for rest during use.
Are the Armrests and Footrests Adjustable?
Consumers frequently inquire about adjustability for comfort. Many transport wheelchairs feature padded armrests, some of which are fixed, while others may flip up or back for easier transfers. Footrests are often swing-away or removable, allowing customization to suit user height and positioning needs for optimal support.
What Type of Wheels Do Transport Wheelchairs Have?
Wheel type matters for mobility, with transport wheelchairs typically featuring smaller rear wheels (6 to 8 inches) compared to standard wheelchairs, as they’re designed for caregiver propulsion. Solid rubber or polyurethane wheels are common, offering smooth movement indoors and on flat outdoor surfaces like sidewalks.
Do Transport Wheelchairs Come with Brakes, and How Do They Work?
Safety is a top concern, and transport wheelchairs often include hand brakes for caregivers to control speed and stop the chair. These are typically push-down or pull-up lever styles, with some models featuring locking brakes for stability during transfers or rest, giving users and caregivers confidence.
What Accessories Are Included?
Consumers ask about accessories for added utility. Transport wheelchairs may come with features like seat belts for safety, small under-seat pouches, or side pockets for personal items. These are often weight-limited and may be removable, providing practical solutions for carrying essentials during outings.
How Durable and Stable Are Transport Wheelchairs?
Durability is key, and transport wheelchairs are built with sturdy frames, often made of aluminum or steel, to ensure longevity and stability. These materials help prevent tipping on flat surfaces, offering reliable support for users in various settings, from home to community spaces.
How Easy Are Transport Wheelchairs to Assemble and Maintain?
Ease of use is important, and transport wheelchairs typically require minimal assembly, often arriving nearly ready to use. Maintenance is simple, involving basic frame cleaning with mild soap and water and checking wheels for wear, ensuring a hassle-free experience for users and caregivers.
Are There Weight or Height Restrictions for Users?
Beyond weight capacity (250 to 300 pounds for most models), consumers ask about height suitability. Transport wheelchairs are designed to fit a range of users, with seat and armrest configurations accommodating petite to taller individuals for comfortable, ergonomic use.
Why Choose Galenus Medical?
Purchasing a transport wheelchair from Galenus Medical offers distinct advantages. They provide a wide selection of high-quality, durable, and user-friendly models tailored to diverse mobility needs. With exceptional customer service, Galenus Medical ensures support throughout the buying process. Free shipping and standard 3-5 day delivery make it convenient and cost-effective, delivering reliable mobility solutions right to your door.
Additional information
| Weight | 15 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 32.6 × 18.9 × 34 in |
| GTIN | 001001642770 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Dimensions | 32.6 x 18.9 x 34 inches; 15 Pounds |
| Date First Available | July 14, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Guangdong Dayang Medical Technology Co., Ltd., UU-ZHANG |
| ASIN | B0B6HB2GNZ |
4 reviews for (only 15lb) Super Lightweight Transport Wheelchair. Easy to Travel, Locking Hand Brakes, User-Friendly, Folding, Portable. for Adults or Child (up to 220lbs) …
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Purchased chair for elderly family member with parkinsons to get to holiday events. Opted for LARGER wheels to help with any rought terrain we might encounter and glad I did. Chair is amazing! LIGHTWEIGHT, QUICKLY FOLDS, COMFORTABLE, DURABLE, MANEUVERABLE, COMPACT in tight spaces. Seatbelt clasps to keep folded chair tight and in folded position, when needed to carry. Durable travel/storage bag. Took this chair to NYC via NJ Transit- easily stored under the ACCESSABLE seating area seats. Chair navigated Radio City Music Hall like a tightrope walker! Navigated crowed streets of NYC like a champ! Rolled Longwood Gardens’ packed gravel trails and obstacle ridden conservatory like a squirrel! Only suggestion (for next generation) is a wheel LOCK lever and maybe a little more room between back of chair and hand brakes. When passernger leaned back it got cramped to push and operate handbrakes at times but. . .THIS CHAIR IS A GENIUS DESIGN AND CHAMP! (passenger 5’10” and 190 lbs)
Galenus Medical Customer –
Talk about a nice transport wheel chair! It came fully assembled and has a carrying bag. Folds out/in with ease, rolls smoothly and very light to pick up. Everything I needed to transport my mother placed without her bulky chair. It is not wide enough for big people but my mom is 128 lbs so it works well for her. I put a cushion in the seat to give her a little more comfort. She likes it!
Tinybear –
So there are not many choices for an ultra light wheelchair for this price. I just came back from an 7 night cruise along with a day in Barcelona taking an elderly parent with this wheelchair. I will say off the bat this is not the wheelchair for everyone and for every situation so be cautious before buying this thing. This works if you are the following:1. Stronger or larger than the person you are pushing2. The person you are pushing is not too tall, I would say it’s still comfortable at 5’7″ but 6′ get a different wheelchair.3. Not expecting larger cobblestones or rough roads as small bumps stop this wheelchair in it’s tracks.Why must you be stronger? The wheelchair does not have the typical wheelchair handles so turning the person you are pushing requires significant forearm strength. As an example while de-embarking from the cruise ship the staff are required to bring my mom down the ramp. A normal wheelchair has two handles on each side that make it a lot simpler to turn the wheelchair left to right. Because this is a narrow, single bar you require significant forearm strength to move the chair left to right. As the cruise staff was bringing my mom down the ramp they did not have the forearm strength to keep the chair straight and they were not used to not having the standard wheelchair handles. I had no such issues though with this wheelchair but I also spent a couple of weeks pushing my wife up a large hill for 45 minutes a night.Why must you not be too tall if you are in the wheelchair? This is an ultralight wheelchair that just does not fit a large person. Definitely do not exceed the 220lb and reading other reviews I know this is uncomfortable for someone too tall. Your knees will be in your chest the entire time. It’s comfortable if you are under 5’3″ and not too bad at 5’7″ but 6′ will be super uncomfortable for large periods of time. It’s just too small of a wheelchair. Get a standard transport chair instead.Why are cobbletones an issue? Well, you know the driveway to your garage or any slope off of a curb? That tiny bump is enough to stop this wheelchair dead in it’s tracks. As you get used to navigating this wheelchair though you use the tiny foot pedals to pop the front of the wheelchair up to get up those slight bumps in driveways or up curbs. If you get really good and have a significant weight advantage over the person you are pushing you can put significant weight down on the wheelchair handle to help get over the smaller bumps and cobblestones in the road but it takes practice and timing.This was a life saver for our trip 10 day long trip. My mom is elderly and can’t walk a very long distance without getting tired. She also walks extremely slowly. The wheelchair fit easily into any trunk or bus or Sprinter that we are on any tour. It was lightweight enough for us to carry when needed. I did prepare for this trip though by pushing my wife on the wheelchair up a large incline that we have for 45 minutes a night for a couple of weeks. That made pushing my mom around super easy. But it definitely has it’s limitations due to the smaller size.There are significant reviews complaining about the bar (it’s actually the brake) that goes into your back. Get a thin cushion and it helps significantly with this – put the cushion on the back though, not on your butt. I’ve attached a couple of pictures which shows a thing cushion we got and how that bar protrudes significantly from the back rest. I had initially tried wrapping the bar in foam but that actually made things worse. Just get a cushion.Also – since hitting a small bump can stop your wheelchair dead in it’s tracks always snap the wheelchair locks closed when you unfold your chair. I can imagine going at a fast speed, hitting a bump and the wheelchair collapsing. I did on several occasions forget to snap the wheelchair locks closed and hit bumps and stopped the wheelchair and it did not collapse on me. But don’t take your chances, lock it every time it is used. With the locks engaged I hit significant bumps and the wheelchair never collapsed on me.Finally one other thing – bring a screwdriver along with the tools that come with the wheelchair. Make sure you go over every nut and bolt and tighten things down. You will need to adjust the brakes and hopefully you’ve adjusted brakes on a bike before as it’s the same concept. I did re-tighten everything once or twice during the cruise since the streets in Italy are so bumpy and noticed a few things loosen up. I did not bring a screwdriver so the one screw that helps hold in the handles got a little loose but nothing to be concerned about after 10 days of using the thing over bumpy terrain. Oh yeah, some parts be sure not to overtighten because then you can’t close up the wheelchair.All in all – this wheelchair works for specific circumstances. For me it truly was a life saver and allowed my mom to tour Europe and get around which would have been impossible without this. For others that are too large or aren’t strong enough to push the wheelchair user this wheelchair may work for you but test it out for long periods of time under hard conditions before bringing this on any long trips.
BillyDan –
I didn’t believe the 5’8” and under recommendation because my husband is 6’ but only weighs 130 pounds. So I bought this. The pictures show my 6’ tall husband in the chair. It WORKS FINE INDOORS and that’s really what I bought it for…to get him through a 23” door. It works great. It ALSO maneuvers tightly through a tight group of turns to get through that door. It has a carry case. The flip up/down foot rest is more convenient than the swing away foot rests on the DRIVE BRAND chairs. I can see this being PERFECT for TRAVEL for a smaller person.IN ONE PICTURE LOOK FOR THE REGULAR brown (hard to see) CUSHION I added. It’s a standard kitchen chair type cushion. Not thick but plenty if someone has no fat on their bones.Notice that it stands up by itself when folded. It also rolls easily behind me. I am 5’7” tall & this chair was very comfortable to push…not too low for me. And the brake on this model is AWESOME. I love the full bar brake at the handle. Also better than the Drive brand where I bend over to set each brake.But I occasionally need to take my husband to an appointment and you can see that because of his height it seems like the center of gravity is too high for rolling down a step or curb backwards. I’m 5’7” and weigh 130 pounds and I’m almost 70 so I’m not confident I am strong enough to manhandle this nicely narrow chair Down a step with such a tall person in it. So I reluctantly sent it back after I bought the DRIVE 17” wide model.This chair, folded, is more compact to put in and out of a car than the Drive brand WITH the swing away foot rests.I would pay extra for this over the 17” wide Drive brand for a SHORTER person. It seems very well made. I loved it. And when you see how silly my tall husband looks in it…I still wouldn’t have cared if I’d thought I could safely take him down a step or curb without it tipping over. I reluctantly returned it today.If you think you MIGHT want to try it and maybe return, be sure to keep box. I had thrown mine away before I considered the too high center of gravity for a too tall person. I paid $15 for UPS to box it. My fault. But for a small person I don’t think you’ll return it.