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Drive Medical 22" Bariatric Aluminum Transport Chair Canada – 450 lb Capacity, Only 33 lb
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KEY SPECIFICATIONS
KEY SPECIFICATIONS
SEATING & CAPACITY
- Seat Width: 22"
- Seat Depth: 18"
- Weight Capacity: 450 lb
- Product Weight: 33 lb (exceptionally light for the rating)
WHEELS & FRAME
- Rear Wheels: 12" with push-to-lock hand brakes
- Front Casters: 8"
- Frame: Reinforced aluminum, foldable
- Footrests: Tool-free swing-away with padded calf supports
FIT & COMFORT
- Armrests: Padded
- Upholstery: Padded seat & back
- Overall Width: 30" open | 12" folded (clears 32" residential doors)
BRAND & WARRANTY
- Color: Red
- Brand: Drive Medical
- Warranty: Manufacturer's warranty
The Drive Medical 22" Bariatric Aluminum Transport Chair combines a heavy-duty 450 lb weight capacity with a remarkably light 33 lb empty weight, an aluminum frame engineered for users who need extra capacity without giving up portability.
Why the 22" Bariatric Transport Chair?
- 450 lb Weight Capacity: reinforced aluminum frame rated for heavier users
- Only 33 lb Empty: exceptionally light for a 450 lb rated transport chair
- 22" Wide Seat: generous, comfortable seating area for bariatric users
- Aluminum Frame: won't rust, lighter than equivalent steel
- Padded Armrests & Seat: comfortable for extended outings
- Swing-Away Footrests: tool free removal for easy transfers
- 12" Rear Wheels: with push to lock hand brakes for caregiver control
- Folds Flat: folds to 12" wide, fits in most car trunks despite the wider seat
Is the 22" Bariatric Transport Chair Right for You?
Best for:
- Users up to 450 lb who are pushed by a caregiver or companion
- Larger users who need a roomy 22" seat without a heavy chair, at 33 lb it is one of the lightest bariatric chairs available in Canada
- Families who load the chair in and out of a vehicle for appointments and outings
- Homes with standard doorways, the 30" overall width clears typical 32" residential doors
May not be best for:
- Users who want to self-propel. The 12" rear wheels are caregiver push only. Consider the Viper Plus GT or the AeroFly Ultra-Lite Wheelchair, both built for self-propelling.
- Users under 300 lb who want the lightest possible chair. The Expedition Transport Chair weighs just 19 lb, and the AeroFly Transport Chair has a 13 lb magnesium frame.
- Users who need to recline during the day. See the Silver Sport Reclining Wheelchair with full 180° hydraulic recline.
Final Thoughts
Bariatric chairs usually force a tradeoff: capacity or portability. The 22" Bariatric Aluminum Transport Chair largely removes it, delivering a 450 lb rating, a wide padded seat, and a fold flat frame a caregiver can still lift. For heavier users who are pushed by a companion, it is the strongest pick in the Drive Medical transport lineup.
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| Features | ⭐ Best Bariatric Transport  22" Bariatric Transport Chair Heavy-duty 450 lb capacity, only 33 lb empty |  Silver Sport Reclining Wheelchair Full 180° hydraulic recline with elevating leg rests |  Expedition Transport Chair Ultra-light 19 lb travel companion, folds flat |  Viper Plus GT Wheelchair Universal armrests, all-aluminum, fully adjustable |
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| Frame Material | Aluminum | Steel-reinforced aluminum | Aluminum | All-aluminum |
| Weight Capacity | 450 lb | 300 lb | 300 lb | 300 to 350 lb |
| Product Weight | 33 lb | ~60 lb | 19 lb | 34.5 lb |
| Wheel Setup | 8" front / 12" rear transport | 24" Mag self-propel | 8" front / 12" rear transport | 24" composite Mag-style self-propel |
| Seat Width | 22" | 16" / 18" / 20" | 19" | 16" / 18" / 20" / 22" |
| Recline | No | Full 180° hydraulic | No | Adjustable back angle 5° to 20° |
| Full Recline (180°) | ✘ | ✓ | ✘ | ✘ |
| Self-Propel Capable | ✘ | ✓ | ✘ | ✓ |
| Bariatric Capacity (450 lb+) | ✓ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ |
| Ultra-Light (<25 lb) | ✘ | ✘ | ✓ | ✘ |
| Universal Armrests | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✓ |
| Elevating Leg Rests | ✘ | ✓ | ✘ | ✓ |
| Best For | Heavy-duty users up to 450 lb | Long-term seating, recline therapy | Travel, airline trips, taxi rides | Daily self-propel users, custom fit |
| Price | $599.00 | $929.00 | $279.00 | $719.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Transport chairs are designed for a caregiver to push, so they're lighter, fold smaller, and are easier to lift into a vehicle. If the user can't self-propel anyway, the bariatric transport chair gives the same 450 lb capacity in a much lighter, more portable package.
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Yes. The frame is reinforced aluminum tubing engineered and rated by Drive Medical for 450 lb load. The wheels, bearings, and brakes are all sized to match.
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Aluminum tubing in a transport-chair configuration (smaller rear wheels, no self-propel rims, simpler axle) saves weight while staying strong. Drive Medical's engineering team has been refining this design for years.
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22" is generous, most bariatric transport chairs are 22" or 24". Measure your hip width while seated and add 1 to 2" for clothing. If you need wider than 22", contact us about the Sentra HD bariatric wheelchair.
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Yes. The overall open width with the 22" seat is 30", which clears standard 32" residential doorways, and the chair folds down to 12" wide for storage.