Transit Wheelchairs
Transit Chairs for Safe, Comfortable Patient Transport
Lightweight folding transit chairs for moving people with limited mobility across level floors and short stair carries, from wards and care homes to offices and events. From just 9.6kg, they fold away compactly when not in use. FREE UK delivery on all models.
Which transit chair do I need?
| Compare | 4-Wheel | Tri-Wheel |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Everyday moves across level floors | Basements and short stair runs |
| On stairs | Carried by 2 operators | Tri-wheel clusters reduce lifting |
| Passenger capacity | 120kg | 130kg |
| Chair weight | 9.6kg | 14kg |
| Seat height | – | 470mm |
| Seatbelt | Quick-release seatbelt | Lap seatbelt |
| Handles | Sure-grip handle, built-in carry handles | Carrying and lifting points |
| Storage | Folds compact, wall hooks & sign included | Folds for storage |
What is a transit chair?
A transit chair is a lightweight, folding patient transport chair pushed by a carer or operator. It moves people with limited mobility safely across level surfaces, and with two operators it can be carried up or down short flights of stairs. Unlike a wheelchair, it isn’t self-propelled. Unlike a tracked evacuation chair, it isn’t designed for long stair descents.
Where are transit chairs used?
- Hospitals & clinics
- Care homes
- GP surgeries
- Offices
- Schools
- Events & venues
- Leisure centres
- Hotels
Before you buy
At least two operators are needed to carry a transit chair on stairs, and more may be needed depending on the passenger’s weight. Because of the lifting involved, carry out a manual handling risk assessment and a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) before purchase. If people need to be taken down several flights, a tracked evacuation chair is the safer choice.
Not sure which chair you need?
Book a free site assessment and we’ll recommend the right transit or evacuation chairs for your building.
