{"product_id":"drive-medical-transport-lightweight-wheelchair-elderly","title":"Drive Medical Transport Lightweight Wheelchair with Padded Armrests, Swing-Away Footrests, 19 lbs, 300 lbs Capacity","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen searching for a Drive Medical transport lightweight wheelchair for elderly passengers, family caregivers, and healthcare attendants need a nimble companion chair that eliminates heavy lifting strain without sacrificing structural safety. Constructed from a high-tensile aircraft-grade aluminum frame weighing just 19 lbs, this portable transport chair safely accommodates adult occupant loads up to 300 lbs. Designed specifically as an attendant-guided lightweight folding transport wheelchair, it provides smooth rolling mobility across outpatient medical centers, crowded airport terminals, shopping malls, and compact residential rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery structural point of this 19 lb aluminum chassis is engineered for rider security, easy transfers, and minimal maintenance. Padded full-length armrests offer soothing forearm support during extended appointments and provide sturdy hand leverage when standing up or sitting down. Tool-free swing-away footrests rotate outward in one motion or detach completely to clear the floor space for barrier-free lateral sliding transfers into automobiles, beds, or commodes. The deluxe aluminum-cast back release hinge allows the push handles to fold flat against the seat, collapsing the frame laterally down to an ultra-slim 9-inch folded width that slides effortlessly into compact car trunks and closets. Completed with maintenance-free composite 8-inch front wheels, positive rear parking wheel locks, and durable stain-resistant black nylon upholstery, this agile aluminum transport wheelchair delivers dependable comfort indoors and outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Caregiver Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAircraft-grade aluminum chassis weighs only 19 lbs for effortless vehicle trunk lifting and attendant handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertified 300 lb occupant weight capacity provides robust structural stability for adult passengers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in 17-inch (20\" open width) and 19-inch (22\" open width) seat widths to match varied body frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrame color options include sleek Black and vibrant Blue to suit personal styling preferences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePadded armrests reduce pressure points during extended sitting and provide steady standing leverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTool-free swing-away footrests pivot outward or detach completely to allow safe sit-to-stand transitions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum-casted back release hinge folds the backrest down flat to minimize vertical trunk storage height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact lateral folding cross-brace collapses the frame down to an ultra-slim 9-inch closed profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance-free composite 8-inch front wheels glide smoothly over doorway thresholds and tight turns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard rear wheel locks engage securely to keep the chair firmly stationary during patient transfers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStain-resistant and fluid-repellent black nylon upholstery wicks moisture and cleans quickly between uses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQualified for insurance reimbursement documentation under HCPCS billing code E1038\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacked by a dependable Drive Medical Limited Lifetime Manufacturer Frame Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Breakdown \u0026amp; Variant Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngineering Attribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e17-Inch Seat Model\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e19-Inch Seat Model\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Classification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eUltra-Lightweight Aluminum Companion Transport Chair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHCPCS Billing Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eE1038 Qualified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrame Construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eHigh-Strength Tubular Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrame Color Availability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Finish or Blue Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Seating Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17-Inch Width × 16-Inch Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19-Inch Width × 16-Inch Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeat-to-Floor Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e19 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackrest Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e18 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Width (Open)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Width (Folded)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e9 Inches (Ultra-Slim Storage Profile)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Height \/ Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e39.5 Inches Height × 33 Inches Length with Footrests\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Net Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e19 lbs (Lightweight Caregiver Handling)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e24 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOccupant Weight Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e300 lbs Maximum Certified Load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArmrest Engineering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003ePadded Full-Length Attached Armrests\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront Rigging Hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eTool-Free Swing-Away Footrests\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheel Engineering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e8-Inch Maintenance-Free Composite Front Wheels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBraking System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eStandard Rear Direct-Action Wheel Locks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUpholstery Composition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eBreathable Stain-Resistant Black Nylon Fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty Coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eLimited Lifetime Frame Warranty \/ 3-Month Parts Coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Benefits Most \u0026amp; Practical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElderly Family Members on Outings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offers comfortable padded seating and smooth attendant transport for medical visits, shopping, and family gatherings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolo Attendants \u0026amp; Senior Spouses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Weighing only 19 lbs, this featherweight frame eliminates back strain when lifting the chair into car trunks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNavigating Narrow Household Spaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e With an open width of only 20 to 22 inches, this compact chair navigates narrow bathroom doors and hallways without scraping trim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost-Surgical Outpatient Recovery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides safe, temporary mobility assistance for patients recovering from joint procedures or general hospital stays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir Travel \u0026amp; Vacation Transit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Folds flat to a 9-inch profile, sliding easily into airplane gate-check areas, cruise ship cabins, and rental cars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSimple Setup, Folding \u0026amp; Routine Care Guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo unfold the transport chair, place hands flat on the outer seat rail tubes and push downward firmly until the cross-brace snaps fully horizontal and the nylon seat is flat. Pull the attendant push handles upward until the aluminum-casted back release hinge clicks securely into the upright locked driving position. Slide the swing-away footrest brackets over the front frame receiver pins and swing them inward until the spring locks snap into place. To fold for travel, unhook or pivot the footrests aside, lift upward on the backrest release levers to fold the push handles downward, and pull up firmly on the center of the seat fabric to collapse the frame inward. Always engage both rear wheel locks before assisting someone into or out of the chair. Clean the aluminum frame and nylon upholstery using a soft cloth dampened with mild soap and warm water or standard hospital disinfectant wipes, drying completely with a clean towel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Mobility Solutions at All Care Store\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelecting reliable, lightweight mobility equipment is essential for protecting physical independence and easing caregiver responsibilities. Distributed directly from our primary fulfillment facility in Plano, Texas, our extensive catalog supplies durable medical hardware to residential homes and healthcare facilities nationwide. 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