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Drive Medical Silver Sport Reclining Wheelchair Canada, 180 Degree Recline
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KEY SPECIFICATIONS
KEY SPECIFICATIONS
RECLINE & POSITIONING
- Recline Range: 0° upright to 180° fully flat
- Recline Mechanism: Hydraulic with caregiver-released lever
- Front Rigging: Elevating Leg Rests (standard)
- Headrest: Padded removable head support included
SIZING & CAPACITY
- Seat Widths: 16", 18", 20"
- Weight Capacity: 300 lb
- Product Weight: ~60 lb
WHEELS & FRAME
- Rear Wheels: 24" Mag-style with quick release
- Front Casters: 8" composite, maintenance-free
- Frame: Heavy-duty steel-reinforced, foldable cross-brace
- Upholstery: Padded vinyl, wipe-clean
ARM & WARRANTY
- Arm Style: Detachable Desk Arm OR Detachable Full Arm
- Brand: Drive Medical
- Warranty: Manufacturer's warranty
The Drive Medical Silver Sport Reclining Wheelchair is the wheelchair you choose when comfort and positioning matter as much as mobility. A full 180° hydraulic recline combined with elevating leg rests lets the user shift weight off pressure points, manage swelling, and rest in positions that simply aren't possible in a standard chair.
Why the Silver Sport Reclining Wheelchair?
- 180° Hydraulic Recline: go from fully upright to fully flat with smooth, controlled hydraulic resistance
- Elevating Leg Rests: raise the calves and feet to relieve circulation, edema, and post-surgical recovery
- Removable Head Support: padded headrest stays in place during recline, removable for transport
- Detachable Arms: swing-back desk arms or full arms for easy side transfers
- 300 lb Weight Capacity: heavy-duty steel-reinforced frame built for daily long-duration use
- Mag-Style Rear Wheels: self-propel with quick-release
- 8" Composite Casters: maintenance free, smooth rolling
- Padded Vinyl Upholstery: wipes clean, comfortable for extended sitting
Is the Silver Sport Reclining Wheelchair Right for You?
Best for:
- Users who spend many hours a day in the chair and need to change position for pressure relief
- Managing edema, circulation issues, or post-surgical recovery with the elevating leg rests
- Caregiver assisted recline therapy, the hydraulic lever stops smoothly at any angle from upright to flat
- Users up to 300 lb who also want the option to self-propel
May not be best for:
- Frequent car transport. At about 60 lb this is a stay at home or facility chair. For travel, see the 19 lb Expedition Transport Chair or the AeroFly Transport Chair.
- Users over 300 lb. The 22" Bariatric Transport Chair is rated to 450 lb.
- Users who sit upright all day and want a custom fit rather than recline. The Viper Plus GT offers adjustable arms, seat depth, and back height.
- Users who want a steel framed recliner alternative. Compare the Viper Plus Reclining Wheelchair.
Final Thoughts
If the priority is long duration seated comfort, pressure management, and true flat recline, the Silver Sport is the most capable chair in this lineup. It trades portability for positioning, and for users who live in their chair through the day, that is usually the right trade.
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Compare Care Made Manual Wheelchairs
Compare Drive Medical's manual wheelchair lineup side by side, reclining wheelchair, transport chairs, and self-propel, to find the chair that fits the user's height, weight capacity, and daily use pattern.
| Features | ⭐ Best Reclining Therapy Wheelchair  Silver Sport Reclining Wheelchair Full 180° hydraulic recline with elevating leg rests |  22" Bariatric Transport Chair Heavy-duty 450 lb capacity, only 33 lb empty |  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 | Steel-reinforced aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | All-aluminum |
| Weight Capacity | 300 lb | 450 lb | 300 lb | 300 to 350 lb |
| Product Weight | ~60 lb | 33 lb | 19 lb | 34.5 lb |
| Wheel Setup | 24" Mag self-propel | 8" front / 12" rear transport | 8" front / 12" rear transport | 24" composite Mag-style self-propel |
| Seat Width | 16" / 18" / 20" | 22" | 19" | 16" / 18" / 20" / 22" |
| Recline | Full 180° hydraulic | No | 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 | Long-term seating, recline therapy | Heavy-duty users up to 450 lb | Travel, airline trips, taxi rides | Daily self-propel users, custom fit |
| Price | $929.00 | $599.00 | $279.00 | $719.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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It's designed for users who spend many hours per day in their wheelchair and benefit from changing position, including users with pressure injuries, circulation issues, edema, or post-surgical recovery. The full recline and elevating leg rests make extended sitting much more comfortable.
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A caregiver releases the hydraulic recline lever at the back of the chair. The hydraulic resistance lets the back tilt smoothly and stop at any angle from upright to fully flat. It's a manual recline, not motorized.
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Yes, the 24" rear wheels are self-propel capable. The chair is heavier than a transport chair because of the reclining mechanism and elevating leg rests, so self-propelling for long distances may be tiring.
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Yes, a padded removable head support is included. It's important to keep the head supported when the chair is fully reclined.
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The chair folds via the cross-brace like a standard wheelchair, but it is heavier than a transport chair. Plan for two people if lifting into a vehicle frequently.