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What to Know About Standard Power Wheelchairs

Standard power wheelchairs are one of the most purchased types of electric wheelchairs and consist of center wheel and rear wheel drive. It is one of the most maneuverable types of power wheelchair on the market and can accommodate items such as elevating leg rest and power elevating seat.

Standard power wheelchairs are perfect for indoor and outdoor use and handles rough terrain very well. A center drive standard wheelchair are designed to maneuver well in confined spaces and requires less space to maneuver when compared to rear wheel drive or foldable power wheelchairs. Its standard captain and high back seat with headrest provides a comfortable ride for the end user. The captain seat available with most power wheelchairs also features a semi-reclining back and a headrest for extra comfort. Now the most important question asked by consumers is “what is a captain’s seat”. A captain’s seat is very much similar to seats found in automobiles.

This type of electric wheelchair (rear and center drivel) features flip up armrest, a weight capacity of up to 300lbs, a speed and battery range of up to 7mph and 15miles, respectively. When reaching counter tops is a primary concern, a standard rear or center drive power wheelchair with power elevating seat is an option. A power elevating seat comes standard on some power chairs but is optional on others.

When compared to travel and folding power wheelchairs, a standard power wheelchair is heavy and requires a power chair or scooter lift into a car or SUV. However, two people can easily disassemble this wheelchair for transporting. This is simply achieved by separating the seat from the base.



AUTOPOST by BEDEWY VISIT GAHZLY

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