Ultralight Aluminium Paediatric Wheelchair Comfort and Mobility for Children

Description

Ultralight Aluminium Paediatric Wheelchair – Comfort & Mobility for Children

The Ultralight Aluminium Paediatric Wheelchair is designed to support comfortable, independent mobility for children with limited mobility. With a lightweight aluminium frame, adjustable seating that grows with the child, and a focus on safety and comfort, it gives families and carers a practical everyday children’s wheelchair for use at home, school and out in the community. If you have been searching for a paediatric wheelchair, a kids’ wheelchair, or a lightweight children’s wheelchair in NZ, this model is built for exactly those needs.

At just 17.4kg, it is light enough for parents and carers to lift and transport, and it folds compactly for the car and storage.

Designed to Grow With Your Child

Children’s mobility needs change as they grow, and replacing a wheelchair every couple of years is costly. This chair is built to adapt instead:

• Adjustable seat depth and height – to fit the child now and as they grow
• Adjustable backrest height – for the right level of support
• Adjustable footrest/pedal height, armrests and leg rests – for proper positioning
• Cushioned, breathable seat and backrest – comfort during longer periods of use

This adaptability makes it a practical, longer-lasting option for families and carers, and supports good posture as the child develops.

Safety & Everyday Use

• Secure safety belt and easy-to-use brakes to help prevent unwanted movement
• Swivel front wheels and a lightweight frame for smooth turning through doorways and tight spaces
• Foldable, compact design for car transport and storage
• Bright colour options that children respond well to
• Suitable for everyday mobility at home, school, therapy appointments and in the community

Specifications

• Seat width: 310 mm
• Seat depth: 370–390 mm (adjustable)
• Seat height from ground: 500 mm
• Backrest height: 580–680 mm (adjustable)
• Armrest height: 110 mm
• Footrest height from ground: 280–350 mm (adjustable)
• Front wheels: 150 mm / rear wheels: 300 mm
• Maximum capacity: 70 kg
• Net weight: 17.4 kg
• Overall dimensions: 930 (L) × 440 (W) × 1020–1120 (H) mm
• Frame: ultralight aluminium

Who It’s Suitable For

This wheelchair supports children who need mobility assistance due to injury, illness or disability, including conditions such as cerebral palsy. Because every child’s needs are individual, we recommend confirming suitability and the correct configuration with your child’s occupational therapist or clinician before purchase.

For Children Needing More Postural Support

If your child needs reclining or tilt-in-space positioning rather than a rigid frame, see our reclining paediatric wheelchair, which adds backrest recline and tilt for additional posture support. Browse all options in our manual wheelchair range, or contact our team for help choosing.

Funding in New Zealand

Paediatric wheelchairs may be funded for some children through ACC or Ministry of Health equipment funding (administered by Enable New Zealand or Accessable), usually following an assessment involving your child’s occupational therapist. We can provide a detailed quote or invoice for you to submit to your funder. Please note we are not a registered supplier with these bodies — approval, eligibility and payment are determined by your funder, not by us. Contact our team for a quote.

Support & Warranty

This wheelchair ships New Zealand-wide and is covered by a 12-month manufacturer warranty. Support is provided remotely by phone and email — we do not have a physical outlet or on-site service in New Zealand.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will it last as my child grows?
Yes. The seat depth, seat height, backrest and footrests all adjust, so the chair can be reconfigured to fit your child over time rather than being replaced.

How heavy is it?
17.4kg, and it folds compactly — light enough for parents and carers to lift into a car and store at home.

What is the maximum weight?
Up to 70kg.

Is it suitable for school and daily use?
Yes. It is designed for everyday mobility at home, school, therapy appointments and in the community.

Order Today

This is one of the best-value ultralight paediatric wheelchairs for sale in New Zealand. Add it to your cart above for delivery anywhere in NZ, or contact our team for a funding quote or help configuring the chair for your child. We recommend involving your child’s occupational therapist in the decision.

Explore More Options

• Reclining Paediatric Wheelchair – with tilt and recline for added support
• Manual Wheelchairs
• Contact our team