Compact, Comfortable & Supportive Paediatric Wheelchair
The Swift Paediatric Self Propelled Wheelchair is ideal if for children who have a smaller stature, but are viciously independent, and prefer to propel themselves.
Paediatric Wheelchair Features
- Designed for indoor or outdoor occasional use, and transportation.
- Lightweight yet Sturdy aluminum frame to minimize the energy required to propel the wheelchair.
- Quick-release wheels and Half Folding Back make it Easy to Fold into a Compact form for Transportation.
- Compact design and large puncture-proof tires make it easy to navigate outdoors and in tight spaces.
Paediatric Wheelchair Specs
- Overall Height: 910mm
- Overall Width: 560mm
- Overall Depth: 980mm
- Seat Width: 350mm
- Seat Depth: 405mm
- Seat Height at Front: 480mm
- Seat Height at Rear: 455mm
- Seat Angle Adjustment: N/A
- Seat Belt: No
- Upholstery: Black, nylon, padded, fire retardant
- Push Handles: Pair of wheelchair grips
- Push Handle Height: 910mm
- Headrest: N/A
- Backrest: Folding
- Backrest Height from Seat: 400mm
- Backrest Angle Adjustment: Fixed 90°
- Armrests: Polyurethane foam, fixed, plastic side/skirt guards
- Armrest Height from Seat: 220mm
- Frame: Aluminium
- Frame Colour: Silver
- Frame Weight: 7.8kg
- Type: Self-Propelled
- Legrest Length: 420 – 540mm
- Knee Angle Adjustment: N/A
- Leg/Footrest: Swing in/away, 120mm adjustable length (tool required), removable
- Leg/Footrest Angle Adjustment: Fixed 90°
- Footplate: 160 x 160mm, lift up
- Front Fork: Plastic
- Front Wheels: 150mm (6"), solid polyurethane
- Rear Wheels: 560mm (22"), solid polyurethane, quick release
- Brakes: Hand brake / Attendant brake (COMING SOON), direct to rear wheel/parking brake
- Net Weight: 11.7kg
- Maximum User Weight: 80kg
- Warranty: 12 months
How to Determine Which Size Wheelchair to Get?
- Sit on your dining chair
- Using a measuring tape, find out the widest width between your legs/buttocks
- Add 4-6cm to the above measurement, to get recommended seat width
Alternatively, you do this in reverse:
- Sit on your dining chair.
- Measure out wheelchair seat width over your lap e.g. 35cm, 41cm, 45cm
- Ask yourself, would I sit comfortably in a seat that width?
Suitability Check for Paediatric Self Propelled Wheelchair
Before purchasing this product please double check that:
- Your weight is less than 64 kg
- Your waist circumference is less than 70 cm
- Your height is less than 185 cm
- You can lift 11.7 kg
- Your doorway width is wider than 56 cm
N.B. If you are on the taller side and seat height is too low, it may be possible to add a bit of height using a wheelchair cushions.
Paediatric Wheelchair FAQ:
Q1: Will the Wheelchair come Pre-Assembled?
A1: Yes, all you will need to do is unfold it and attach the footrests onto the wheelchair.
Q2: How much does delivery cost?
A2: Delivery is FREE to Metro and Inner Regional Suburbs, and is automatically calculated at checkout if you live in other locations.
Q3: Can this Wheelchair be Used Outdoors?
A3: Yes, it features large 8" PU Front Wheels, and 24" PU Rear Wheels, that don't require any maintenance and can be used both Indoors and Outdoors.
Q4: How to remove Quick Release Wheels from Wheelchair?
A4:
- Position the wheelchair so that the wheels you want to remove are facing upwards.
- Locate the lever or button on the side of the wheel hub that releases the wheel. This may be a button, lever, or small tab.
- Press or slide the lever or button to release the wheel. The wheel should come off easily at this point.
- Repeat the process for the other wheel.