General Frequently Asked Questions about Used Power Chairs - up to 300 lbs.

Q: What is the height from the floor to the top of the seat?

A: The average height from the seat to floor is 19 - 20 inches.

Q: What is the total width? Length?

A: Normal width is usually between 22 - 24 inches. The length is specific to the model and drive type.

Q: What is the maximum inline the power chair can go up?

A: Max incline is usually 6 - 8 degrees.

Q: Can it go through the grass? Dirt?

A: Depends on the type of grass. Most scooters should be able to go through grass. Portable Scooters do not perform well on non-paved surfaces

Q: Is the seat height adjustable?

A: Some seats are height adjustable. Some have seat lifts.

Q: What is the max weight capacity?

A: Max weight capacity for smaller chairs usually fall between 250 - 300 lbs. There are a large selection of scooters that go to 400 and 500 lb capacities

Q: What is the top speed?

A: Depends on the type of chair. It can be anywhere from 4 mph up to 8 mph.

Q: How long can I go on a battery charge?

A: Normal battery life is around 12 - 15 miles.

Q: Are the armrests and footplates’ height adjustable?

A: Most armrests and footplates can adjust up/down and in/out

Q: Does it disassemble/breakdown?

A: On almost all chairs the seat can at least be removed. Most all the “Travel Scooters” on the website would break down for transport.

Q: What is the chair’s turning radius?

A: Turning radius isn’t really what you need to look at. You need to know how much total length the chair needs to turn.

Have any additional questions? We’re here to help! Marc’s Mobility sells a variety of new and used spare parts and power chairs that assist individuals with various mobility needs.