A standard wheelchair keeps the back upright when the rider needs to lie back after a procedure or during a long sit. The Nova Reclining Wheelchair is a self-propel reclining wheelchair in the 16 inch class, not an attendant-pushed transport chair. Rear drive wheels are 24". Elevating legrests are on this page.
Rear wheels are 24". Those are drive wheels the rider can grab. A Nova transport chair uses 8 inch or 12 inch wheels and a companion pushes from behind.
The recliner release is for changing the back angle. Elevating legrests are on this page. Lock the wheel locks before you change the back.
Full-length arms give a longer resting surface than desk-length arms. They are a weaker fit if rolling tight to a table is the point.
The frame folds. Confirm the folded row in the spec table against the trunk or closet.
Use the footrest row in the spec table. Lock the wheel locks before the rider sits or stands.
This wheelchair is for a rider who will self-propel in the 16 inch seat class, not someone who will only be pushed in a transport chair.
It is a weaker fit if a companion will always push and nobody will self-propel. Compare a Nova transport chair for that.
The first cut is self-propel versus attendant-pushed. Do not order this wheelchair if you wanted a lighter transport chair a companion pushes.
Trade-off: you get a self-propel 16 inch wheelchair with full-length arms and a reclining back. You give up the lighter attendant-pushed transport-chair setup.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Weight Capacity | 300 lb |
| Unit Weight | 47.70 lb |
| Seat | 16.5"W x 17"D |
| Seat Height | 20" |
| Wheels | 8" front and 24" rear |
| Handle Height | 37" |
| Width Between Arms | 17.25" |
| Folded Dimensions | 11.5"W x 36.25"D x 51.75"H |
| Arm Height From Seat | 9.5" |
| Arm Height From Floor | 29.5" |
| Back Height From Seat | 26.5" |
| Back | 16.5"W x 33.5"H |
| Item Number | 6160S |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime on the metal frame; 5 years on the brakes; 1 year on other parts |
Affinity Home Medical is a local home-medical supplier in South Salt Lake. If you are choosing between a self-propel wheelchair and an attendant-pushed transport chair, or between seat widths, we can walk through the fit before you order.
Store pickup, local delivery, and nationwide shipping are available. Contact our team to confirm current availability.
Call 801-906-3900 or visit 3737 S State St, South Salt Lake, UT 84115.
No. A transport chair uses small rear wheels and a companion pushes. This wheelchair uses 24" rear drive wheels so the rider can self-propel.
Yes. The frame folds. Use the folded measurements in the spec table against your car.
Yes, on the 24" rear drive wheels. Compare a transport chair if they will only be pushed.
Shop the Nova Reclining Wheelchair on this page when they need a self-propel 16 inch wheelchair and a companion will not always push. For help comparing a transport chair, call 801-906-3900 or visit our Salt Lake City showroom at 3737 S State St, South Salt Lake, UT 84115.
