Before you go shopping for heavy duty wheelchairs: read this

So you have decided to buy yourself or a loved one a heavy duty wheelchair, but where do you start? Heavy duty wheelchairs can be pricey, and there are few guarantees that the first wheelchair that catches your eye will be the right one for you.

This article will explore some of the basics that you need to check off before buying yourself a heavy duty wheelchair, to ensure that you find the perfect one for yourself!

Buying heavy duty wheelchairs: some facts

Heavy duty wheelchairs are designed to support weights greater than 225 pounds. The reason for this is that the lightweight or standard weight frames can’t support a weight any greater than this without being compromised. The standard heavy duty wheelchairs can support any weight up to 300 pounds, but if you weigh more than this there is still another category, extra heavy duty, that can handle a much higher weight.

Depending on where in the weight scale you stand, there are different kinds of heavy duty wheelchairs to suit your needs. Look for durable frames and materials like carbon-steel and reinforced steel to ensure a quality product.

The most popular heavy duty wheelchairs

There are a few makes and models that stand apart from the rest in terms of heavy duty wheelchairs, listed below.

1) The Invacare Heavy Duty Wheelchair
2) The Heavy duty wheelchair from Drive Medical
3) The Sunrise/Quickie Breezy EC 2000 HD300

Consistently ranked above the other heavy wheelchairs, these are some of the best choices for anyone requiring a little more support from their wheelchairs, at a reasonable price.

Always check that the wheelchair in question is manufactured for your particular weight and check that there is a warranty. With a bit of research, time and patience, you can find the perfect heavy duty wheelchair for yourself.