Car Transit Wheelchair - compact mobility solution for everyday transport and support.
- 12-Inch Rear Wheels for Lightweight Carer-Push Only Use - the Car Transit Wheelchair has 12-inch rear wheels designed for carer propulsion rather than user self-propulsion; at 12 inches, the rear wheels are too small in diameter for a seated user to reach comfortably for self-driving; this smaller wheel configuration makes the chair more compact for car boot storage (260mm folded width versus 300mm for the self-propel), lighter in weight (14.4kg vs 16.5kg), and easier for a carer to steer and manoeuvre in confined spaces; the transit wheelchair is the appropriate choice when the user does not have the upper limb strength or cognitive capacity for self-propulsion and will be pushed at all times.
- Steel Frame with Fire-Retardant Seat and Puncture-Proof PU Tyres - the steel frame provides structural durability comparable to the self-propel model; the 18-inch seat with fire-retardant material meets BS 5852 care setting requirements; the PU solid puncture-proof tyres eliminate flat tyre risk during transport and require no maintenance; the rear wheel brakes provide carer-controlled stopping and parking security when the chair is left temporarily unattended.
- Full-Length Detachable Armrests, Swing-Away Footrests, and Folding Backrest - the full-length padded detachable armrests allow lateral transfer directly onto the seat without armrest obstruction; the removable swing-away footrests pivot outward for close frontal access during transfers; the folding backrest reduces the chair to 260mm folded width for car transport - compact enough for most standard car boots without requiring a vehicle adaptation; the heel support strap prevents the user's feet from slipping off the footrests during transport.
- 110kg Max Weight - 14.4kg - 920x600x960mm - NCL-HMA200B - maximum user weight 110kg; overall dimensions 920 x 600 x 960mm; seat depth 400mm; seat height 500mm; back height 450mm; net weight 14.4kg; gross weight 18.1kg; product code NCL-HMA200B.
Car Transit Wheelchair - 12-Inch Wheels - 110kg - Steel Frame - PU Tyres - 260mm Folded - NCL-HMA200B
The Car Transit Wheelchair is carer-pushed, with 12-inch rear wheels that provide compact dimensions for car transport (260mm folded width, 14.4kg net weight), combined with fire-retardant seating, puncture-proof PU tyres, swing-away footrests, detachable padded armrests, and a folding backrest. Maximum user weight 110kg. Dimensions: 920 x 600 x 960mm overall. NCL-HMA200B.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Maximum User Weight | 110kg |
| Seat Width | 450mm (18-inch nominal) |
| Seat Depth | 400mm |
| Seat Height from Floor | 500mm |
| Back Height | 450mm |
| Overall Dimensions | 920mm (L) x 600mm (W) x 960mm (H) |
| Folded Width | 260mm |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 12-inch (carer-push; not for self-propulsion) |
| Front Wheel Diameter | 8-inch |
| Tyres | PU solid - puncture-proof |
| Net Weight | 14.4kg |
| Upholstery | Black fire-retardant (BS 5852) |
| Reference | NCL-HMA200B |
Regulatory Compliance
The Car Transit Wheelchair is a mobility medical device. Fire-retardant upholstery meets BS 5852. Where provided by a care setting, PUWER 1998 requires equipment suitability confirmation and carer training in correct transfer technique. NICE NG45 requires falls risk assessment before the wheelchair is introduced to a resident with a falls history; a transit wheelchair must be confirmed as stable during carer-pushed use on the slopes and surfaces encountered in the care setting. Equipment records must note the product code and the resident's weight against the 110kg maximum for CQC Regulation 12 compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Car Transit Wheelchair differ from the Self-Propel Wheelchair (ID 278) and when should each be selected?
The primary distinction is the rear wheel size and what this enables: the self-propel (ID 278) has 24-inch rear wheels at hand height for the seated user, allowing independent propulsion; the transit (this product) has 12-inch rear wheels that are too small for the user to reach and drive, making it exclusively carer-pushed. The transit chair is selected when the user does not have the upper limb strength, hand function, or cognitive capacity for self-propulsion; for these users, a self-propel wheelchair offers no mobility independence benefit and its greater weight (16.5kg vs 14.4kg) and wider folded dimensions (300mm vs 260mm) are disadvantages without compensating benefit. The transit chair's lighter weight and smaller folded dimensions also make it specifically appropriate for regular car transport, where the chair must be lifted into a car boot; the 2.1kg weight difference is significant when a carer must lift the chair repeatedly. Both chairs have the same seat dimensions and 110kg weight limit, so clinical suitability for the user's body dimensions is equivalent; the selection between them is based on the user's propulsion capacity and the transport context.
What should be checked before lifting the folded transit wheelchair into a car boot?
Before lifting the folded wheelchair into a car boot, the carer should: confirm the chair is fully folded and all components are secured - detachable armrests and footrests should be confirmed attached or separately stowed to prevent them from falling and causing injury during lifting; check that the footrests are locked in the swing-away position or removed so they do not catch on the car boot edge during loading; confirm the rear wheel brakes are engaged to prevent the chair from rolling if it is placed on a slope; assess the weight of the folded chair (14.4kg net, up to 18.1kg gross with accessories) against the carer's safe lifting capacity - a carer with a back condition or lifting restriction may need assistance or a vehicle ramp rather than manual boot loading; and confirm that the car boot has adequate depth to accommodate the chair's folded dimensions without forcing the lid down against the frame. For carers who regularly lift the transit wheelchair into a car boot, a MHOR 1992 task assessment should document the lifting technique and any aids that reduce the lift height, such as a folding boot ramp or a height-adjustable vehicle, particularly for heavier users whose wheelchair may have additional accessories.
NCL-HMA200B
- 12-Inch Rear Wheels for Lightweight Carer-Push Only Use - the Car Transit Wheelchair has 12-inch rear wheels designed for carer propulsion rather than user self-propulsion; at 12 inches, the rear wheels are too small in diameter for a seated user to reach comfortably for self-driving; this smaller wheel configuration makes the chair more compact for car boot storage (260mm folded width versus 300mm for the self-propel), lighter in weight (14.4kg vs 16.5kg), and easier for a carer to steer and manoeuvre in confined spaces; the transit wheelchair is the appropriate choice when the user does not have the upper limb strength or cognitive capacity for self-propulsion and will be pushed at all times.
- Steel Frame with Fire-Retardant Seat and Puncture-Proof PU Tyres - the steel frame provides structural durability comparable to the self-propel model; the 18-inch seat with fire-retardant material meets BS 5852 care setting requirements; the PU solid puncture-proof tyres eliminate flat tyre risk during transport and require no maintenance; the rear wheel brakes provide carer-controlled stopping and parking security when the chair is left temporarily unattended.
- Full-Length Detachable Armrests, Swing-Away Footrests, and Folding Backrest - the full-length padded detachable armrests allow lateral transfer directly onto the seat without armrest obstruction; the removable swing-away footrests pivot outward for close frontal access during transfers; the folding backrest reduces the chair to 260mm folded width for car transport - compact enough for most standard car boots without requiring a vehicle adaptation; the heel support strap prevents the user's feet from slipping off the footrests during transport.
- 110kg Max Weight - 14.4kg - 920x600x960mm - NCL-HMA200B - maximum user weight 110kg; overall dimensions 920 x 600 x 960mm; seat depth 400mm; seat height 500mm; back height 450mm; net weight 14.4kg; gross weight 18.1kg; product code NCL-HMA200B.