Alerta Car Transit Wide Heavy-Duty Aluminium Wheelchair, Puncture-Proof Tyres, 182kg Capacity
- 182kg Bariatric Capacity - 60cm wide reinforced seat with heavy-duty aluminium frame and ISO 7176-19 crash-test certification for secure vehicle transit; designed for heavier users in care and transport settings.
- Safety Specification - anti-tip bars, lap belt, braked rear wheels and puncture-proof tyres; lift-up armrests for side-transfer access and table-entry armrest design for transfers from seated positions.
- Transport and Storage - folding back with carry handles when folded, rear seat pocket and swing-away detachable footrests; reinforced upholstery designed for long-term durability under bariatric use.
- CQC Regulation 10 - supports dignified transport for bariatric patients across care home and hospital settings; combined 60cm seat width and crash-tested frame eliminates the need for separate standard and bariatric transit chairs.
Alerta Car Transit Wide Heavy-Duty Wheelchair - Bariatric Transit Chair, 182kg, Crash Tested
The Alerta Car Transit Wide Heavy-Duty Wheelchair is a bariatric carer-propelled transit chair with a 60cm wide reinforced seat, 182kg safe working load and ISO 7176-19 crash-test certification for secure vehicle transit. The wider seat and heavy-duty aluminium frame address the specific requirements of bariatric users who require additional support width and structural reinforcement beyond the standard transit chair specification. Anti-tip bars, a lap belt, braked rear wheels and puncture-proof tyres deliver a complete safety specification. Lift-up armrests facilitate side transfers while the folding frame with carry handles and rear seat pocket simplifies vehicle loading and care home storage.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Propulsion Type | Transit (carer-propelled) |
| Crash Test Standard | ISO 7176-19 |
| Seat Width | 60cm |
| Maximum SWL | 182kg |
| Frame | Heavy-duty aluminium |
| Arm Type | Lift-up, table-entry design |
| Safety Features | Anti-tip bars, lap belt, braked rear wheels |
| Footrests | Swing-away and detachable |
| Tyres | Puncture-proof |
| Upholstery | Reinforced for long-term bariatric use |
| Transport Features | Folding back, carry handles, rear seat pocket |
Regulatory Compliance
The Alerta Car Transit Wide Heavy-Duty Wheelchair holds ISO 7176-19 crash-test certification for use as a seat in motor vehicles during travel. Anti-tip bars meet standard stability requirements for transit wheelchairs with a high centre of gravity under bariatric load. CQC Regulation 10 (Dignity and Respect) is addressed by the reinforced upholstery, wide seat and anti-tip specification, which together support a comfortable and dignified transport experience for bariatric care home residents. MHOR 1992 principles are addressed by the lift-up armrests and swing-away footrests, which reduce carer manual handling effort during transfers. The Equality Act 2010 duty for care providers to facilitate accessible transport is supported by specifying a crash-tested bariatric transit chair that covers the higher weight range typically excluded from standard transit wheelchair specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between this chair and the standard Alerta Car Transit Wheelchair?
The Wide Heavy-Duty model has a 60cm seat width compared to the standard transit chair, a 182kg SWL compared to the lower standard capacity, heavy-duty aluminium frame reinforcement, anti-tip bars, and reinforced upholstery for long-term bariatric use. Both hold ISO 7176-19 crash-test certification. The key selection criterion is patient weight and seat width requirement; where a patient exceeds the standard chair's SWL or requires a wider seat surface, the heavy-duty model is the correct specification.
Are the armrests suitable for side transfers from a bed or chair?
Yes. The lift-up armrests rise to allow unobstructed side-transfer access, and the table-entry armrest design means the armrests can be positioned to allow the user to be transferred from a seated position (such as a bed or lounge chair) without requiring a full pivot transfer. The swing-away detachable footrests also reduce the chair's approach footprint during transfers, supporting MHOR 1992 safe handling principles for care staff.
Part of our specialist Mobility Aids range. Wheelchairs provide safe, comfortable mobility solutions for care home residents and home care clients requiring assisted or self-propelled transport.
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- 182kg Bariatric Capacity - 60cm wide reinforced seat with heavy-duty aluminium frame and ISO 7176-19 crash-test certification for secure vehicle transit; designed for heavier users in care and transport settings.
- Safety Specification - anti-tip bars, lap belt, braked rear wheels and puncture-proof tyres; lift-up armrests for side-transfer access and table-entry armrest design for transfers from seated positions.
- Transport and Storage - folding back with carry handles when folded, rear seat pocket and swing-away detachable footrests; reinforced upholstery designed for long-term durability under bariatric use.
- CQC Regulation 10 - supports dignified transport for bariatric patients across care home and hospital settings; combined 60cm seat width and crash-tested frame eliminates the need for separate standard and bariatric transit chairs.