Heavy Duty Wheelchairs

Wheelchairs built mainly for outdoor uses are called heavy duty wheelchairs. While those built for indoor uses are called lightweight wheelchairs. The heavy duty wheelchairs may be manual as well as powered. They are capable of riding on almost all surfaces.

The powered heavy duty wheelchairs come in three models - rear wheel drive, mid wheel drive, and front wheel drive wheelchairs. The wheels are usually large and provide a comfortable ride over rough terrain. Their frames are stronger, have higher weight capacity, and have wide seats. They are meant for rigorous use. The manual heavy duty wheelchairs are more popular in hospitals where they need to work more, and carry patients all day long, from one unit to another.


There are some features of heavy duty wheelchairs that differ from the other wheelchairs. The seats are made of durable material, have different width options. The wheel rings are stronger for ride on rough terrain. The frames are strongly built. The footrests and armrests are adjustable to different heights. And above all, they demand less maintenance. Most people prefer heavy duty chairs since they can be used both indoors and outdoors easily.

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The heavy duty wheelchairs are manufactured by various companies like Invacare, Sunrise Medical, Sentra, Drive Medical, Metrics, etc You will have a wide range of products to choose from. Now, let's have a look at some of the best models available today in the market.

Invacare Heavy-Duty Transport Chair: This chair is designed for persons who are heavy. In fact, the chair can support 400lbs of weight. The seat has a 22" width with removable armrests, and swing away foot rests. The flat free tires and the wheel strength give the maneuverability of overcoming obstacles with ease. The footrests are made of aluminum, and the seat is made from nylon upholstery. The frame has gusseted side frames and dual cross brace.

AXS heavy duty transport wheelchair: This wheelchair comes in 24" and 22" seat widths. This is a foldable wheelchair designed for heavy duty use. The vinyl upholstery is very comfortable with desirable desk height. It has a weight capacity of 400 lbs. The chair is made with sturdy steel frame with other features suitable to all users.

Sentra EC: This carbon steel wheelchair comes in 24", 22", and 20" seat widths. The heavy duty wheelchair has swing away footrests, and is made of plastic which ensure no rusting or corrosion. The armrests are removable with double embossed vinyl upholstery. The steel frame, with triple chrome coating, gives it a very attractive look.

Many other battery-powered models of wheelchairs are available that have the capacities to do hard work. The heavy duty wheelchairs are good investments for long term use with less worry about maintenance and repair. They are better options for those who love to move about here and there, particularly outside home, most of the time.