A transport wheelchair is not for someone who needs to spend most of their time in a wheelchair. Instead, a transport wheelchair is a lightweight version designed to get you from point A to point B -- safely. You will need someone to push you in a transport wheelchair.
Here are some of the most popular transport wheelchairs for you to consider. Your best bet is to choose a reasonably-priced transport wheelchair from a well-known manufacturer with features that meet your needs.
1. Carex Transport Chair
This transport wheelchair is equipped with angled handlebars and a 19" seating area for your comfort. The transport wheelchair is also equipped with 8" oversized wheels, swing-away leg rests, and a compact fold feature.
2. NOVA 329 Lightweight Transport Chair, 19", Tan Plaid
This transport chair is designed to provide easy, lightweight patient transport. The lightweight aluminum frame (19 lbs.) makes loading easier. It has fixed full-length arms and non-skid footplates with heel loops. All chairs have removable swing-away footrests and a limited lifetime warranty on the frame. A seat belt is included and each chair is equipped with locking rear wheels.3. Invacare Easy Transport Wheelchair
This transport wheelchair has all the great features you need: swingaway removable footrests, fold-down back, and padded armrests.4. Medline Excel Deluxe Aluminum Transport Wheelchair MIIMDS808210AB
This transport chair is described as, "Ultra lightweight transport wheelchair weighs only 23.5 pounds. The rear handles fold down for easy transportation." Actually there are other models that are lighter, but perhaps it's more durable.5. Expedition 12 Rear Wheel Transport Chair - 19, Blue Frame
Comes with padded armrests and seatbelt. Back folds down for storage and transport. Companion/attendant activated wheel locks. 12" rear "flat free" wheels. Limited Lifetime Warranty.6. Invacare Heavy Duty Transport Chair
22" W x 17.5" D transport chair. Comes with dual crossbraces, swingaway footrests with metal footplates, removable padded desk arms, 12" flat free rear wheels, 8" solid front castors and push-to-lock rear wheel locks. Seat belt and safety strap included. 400 lb. weight capacity.
