Self Propelled Wheelchairs For Sale UK
Self-propelled chairs allow users who have strong upper body strength to propel themselves by using the hand rims connected to the rear drive wheel. They are lighter and easier to maneuver than transit wheelchairs.
There are a range of alternatives, including 'all-terrain wheelchairs with bigger wheels and suspension for rough surfaces. You can also customize the chair by choosing different seat widths, footplates or adding support cushions.
Aluminium
Our range of aluminum self-propelled wheelchairs provides mobility solutions that are durable and light. These wheelchairs are designed to make them easy to move and transport. They are suitable for people of any weight. Ability Superstore offers a variety of styles, sizes and colors to suit your needs.
Unlike transit wheelchairs, which require external assistance to move, self-propelled wheelchairs permit individuals to dictate their pace and direction without assistance. This empowering form of mobility can provide a range of advantages, including enhanced fitness and cardiovascular health, as well as creating a sense of self-reliance.
Our range of aluminium wheelchairs is available in a variety of styles to meet your individual taste and mobility needs. From traditional aluminium models to self-propelled wheelchairs specifically designed to help heavier people, you can choose from a vast array of colours and features to design your ideal chair.
Aluminium wheelchairs are lightweight and compact, making them ideal for everyday use. They are also easy to transport. Some of our models come with ergonomic handles, as well as detachable feetrests to provide extra comfort. Our most recent self-propelled wheelchair is the Volar 10 - Britain's lightest wheelchair. It comes with a 10-year frame warranty and has been rigorously tested to ensure you feel secure while you travel.
Travel wheelchairs are a great option for those who must navigate through narrow doors or spaces. They are compact in size to improve maneuverability and are equipped with intuitive mechanisms for folding and unfolding that can be done within seconds by users or caregivers. They are also very lightweight and easy to store making them ideal for trips.
Bariatric
A bariatric wheelchair is a reliable option for those with larger bodies to maintain mobility. They are built to handle greater capacity weights than standard wheelchairs and have a wider seat, adjustable footrests that can be adjusted in height and durable upholstery to ensure comfort. These chairs are great for everyday use both indoors and outdoors and allow you to remain in control, secure and mobile.
Heavy bariatric wheelchairs that are heavy duty tend to have steel frames instead of aluminium as this produces a stronger, more rigid chair that can withstand more weight of the user. Double cross bracing is used to strengthen the frame. Most models can be driven or self propelled and they have tyres that are solid to provide stability, security and control.
Most of these wheelchairs will have armrests that can be removed and swivel footrests to ease the process of getting on and off the chair. They're also crash tested for safety and can comfortably accommodate a user up to 46 stone.
Some of these bariatric wheelchairs have attendant brakes fitted to the push handles, so they can be operated by a family member or carer and allow them to stop or slow the chair easily. Some of these bariatric wheelchairs can be folded and take up less room when they are stowed. These wheelchairs are ideal for those who are regular users or who require a reliable, comfortable and robust wheelchair. All our wheelchairs come with free delivery to your home and backed by our days customer service team.
Lightweight
Self-propelled wheelchairs allow the user to maneuver themselves without the help of a person. They come with large rear wheels and hand rims that can be used to propel the chair forwards and backwards with relative ease. This lets the user determine the pace of travel, direction and destination and increases independence. This kind of chair can also be modified to meet the needs of each individual with different seat, footplate and cushioning options.
Our range of lightweight self-propelled chairs is made from aluminium, which makes them strong easy to maneuver and comfortable. We also have bariatric wheelchairs designed for people who weigh more and have a a wider seat, backrest, and a more sturdy frame. Our stores have a large range of lightweight wheelchairs that you can test and view. Use our total weight filter to find a model that is suitable for your requirements. Models as light as 10kg as well as ultra-lightweight wheelchairs as low as 9kg are offered.
We also have crash-tested self-propelled wheelchairs in the UK, which are perfect for those who want to remain independent while transported in their chair. These chairs are of good quality and can be used in vehicles specifically modified to accommodate this use. They are a popular option for users who have a care home since they can sit in their wheelchairs while being taken to and from appointments, social events and other social events. We also have a selection of folding wheelchairs that can be folded and stored. We have steel and aluminum framed versions, both of which have their own unique benefits including being lighter and less bulky when folded.
All Terrain
Self-propelled wheelchairs can be utilized off-road, if you prefer to be outdoors. These wheelchairs have large rear wheels that have hand rims that can be gritted by the user to move forwards or backwards, like bikes. These wheelchairs are great for people who have good upper-body strength and mobility, and want to maintain their independence.
At Mobility Shop, we have an extensive range of self-propelled wheelchairs that are suitable for off-road use. We also offer a wide variety of lightweight, self-propelled chairs that are easy to move and designed to be light. They are typically made of aluminium, a material that is extremely durable and robust. Some of our self-propelled lightweight wheelchairs also come with armrests that are removable, which make them even more maneuverable.
mymobilityscooters.uk -terrain self-propelled wheelchairs such as the Mountain Trike and the Freedom Chair, are specialist pieces of equipment that allow you to go places conventional wheelchairs can't. The chairs move using two pairs (for the left and right arms) of levers that provide more power than push wheels. To stop, pull the levers backwards as you would brake on a bicycle.
Our wheelchairs come in different sizes and styles, so you'll be able to find the perfect model to suit your needs. We also offer a range of narrow self-propelled wheelchairs, which are able to fit through narrow doors and passageways. Many of these models are also lightweight and compact which makes them easy to transport and store. Some of our self-propelled chair models have been crash tested for extra security.
Folding
Self-propelled chairs offer total independence and are a great choice for those with strong upper body strength and mobility. With larger rear wheels with hand rims, these types of wheelchairs can be pushed by the user himself and allow them to dictate their pace and direction when out and out and about.
These types of models are typically lighter and easier to manoeuvre than transit wheelchairs, which makes them ideal for daily use. They can even be folded down to fit in the car boot. All-terrain wheelchairs are recommended if you require a wheelchair to be able to handle rough terrain. They have suspension that absorbs bumps and vibrations to make the ride as comfortable as is possible.
Alternatively, you can select an indoor model that has smaller wheels and a shorter frame. They are simple to use and are ideal for indoors. Some of our self-propelled wheelchairs also include brakes with attendants, which are ideal if you are frequently being pushed by a relative or a friend. relative. They make it easier to slow down, turn around and stop, reducing the possibility of an accident while out and out and about.
Mobility Shop stocks a variety of lightweight and ultralightweight self-propelled chairs. Our filters will help you narrow your search. We are sure that you will find the perfect model to suit your needs.
A majority of our wheelchairs are made from titanium or aluminum and a lot of models weigh less than 10kg. We also have a selection of ultra-lightweight wheelchairs that weigh as little as nine kilograms. These are the lightest wheelchairs and are perfect for daily use or traveling. You can also filter them by arm rests, which are beneficial if you need to move on and off the chair sideways.