Extra Large Heavy Duty Bariatric Wheelchairs
Bariatric Wheelchairs provide greater mobility for many who find themselves confined to a wheelchair. Extra-large wheelchairs are designed for bariatric patients to increase their mobility and improve their quality of life. These mobility devices include dual axle, steel transport, and extra-wide wheelchairs.
Reinforced with carbon steel, a bariatric wheelchair creates a solid, durable frame to confidently sustain heavier weights. Bariatric wheelchairs for sale have wider seats than standard options and range from 20 to 30 inches. This durable material with a wider platform allows for higher weight capacities, supporting upwards of 400 to 500 pounds. Vitality Medical supplies top-selling bariatric wheelchairs sold in the United States featuring transport, manual, and electric wheelchair models with a variety of optional wheelchair accessories.
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Bariatric Transport Chair 22" Aluminum with 12" Rear "Flat Free" Wheels
Drive MedicalStarting at: $363.27
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Drive 26 Inch Sentra Bariatric Extra Wide Dual Axle Wheelchair
Drive MedicalStarting at: $856.40
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Drive 28 Inch Sentra Bariatric Extra Wide Dual Axle Wheelchair
Drive MedicalStarting at: $918.06
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Shuttle Extra-Wide Wheelchair with Removable Desk-Length Arms and Elevating Leg Rests
MedlineStarting at: $796.88
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Jazzy Elite HD Power Wheelchair | FDA Class II Medical Device*
Pride MobilityStarting at: $3,699.00
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Bariatric Wheelchair Top Features
- Cross-Bracing for Reinforced Strength
- Rear Wheels Are Shifted Slightly Forward to Center Gravity
- Thicker Tires Made With Denser Material to Handle Increased Load
- Durable Carbon Steel Frame
- Wider Seat Options
- Reinforced Seat Material
Benefits to Choosing a Heavy Duty Wheelchair
- Freedom
- Autonomy
- Safety
- Mobility
- Comfort
- Ample Room
- Confidence
- Comfortable Support
Types of Bariatric Wheelchairs
Reclining Bariatric Wheelchairs
Example:
- Drive Sentra Reclining Wheelchair with Dual Axle, STD22RBDDA, is a fully-reclining wheelchair. Its hydraulic mechanism makes reclining smooth with 180-degree adjustments. Its weight capacity is 450-pounds.
Bariatric Transport Chairs
Example:
- Drive Bariatric Transport Chair With Flat Free Wheels, ATC22-R, is very lightweight bariatric wheelchair at only 19 pounds making it easy to push without tiring as quickly.
Bariatric Electric Wheelchairs (Battery Power)
Example:
- Trident HD Heavy Duty Power Chair by Drive, 2850HD, is a motorized bariatric electric wheelchair with a 22- or 24-inch seat option that is semi-reclining and has a weight capacity of 400 to 450-pounds.
Questions to Consider to Help Determine the Bariatric Wheelchair Style
- How much time will be spent in the chair?
- What activities will the chair be used for?
- Does the user want electric power?
- How much does the user weigh?
- What is the weight capacity of the chair?
- User height
- User leg length
- Arm usage
User Seat Size Measuring Tips
The user will measure from hip to hip and from shoulder to shoulder. A wheelchair needs to be wide enough to accommodate the user's arms so that their arms are not cramped against their sides. It also cannot be so wide so that the user slides around or does not have adequate arm support.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Bariatric Wheelchair?
It is a wheelchair for large bodies that are more than 100 pounds overweight or heavier than 350 pounds.
What size is a bariatric wheelchair?
This type is generally the same height as standard chairs but the seat is wider, typically between 20 to 30 inches.
What is the weight limit of a heavy-duty wheelchair?
The weight limit will depend on the model. The weight capacity ranges from 500 pounds to 700 pounds.
How wide is an extra-wide wheelchair?
To be classified as an extra-wide wheelchair, it ranges from 20 to 30 inches.
