A transport chair with 8 inch wheels needs a companion to push, and the rider cannot self-propel. The Nova Steel Wheelchair is a steel wheelchair in the 18 inch class with 24" rear drive wheels the rider can grab. This page is detachable desk-length arms.
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.
Desk-length arms sit shorter so the chair can roll closer to a table. They come off for a side transfer. Compare full-length arms if they want a longer resting surface.
The frame folds. Confirm the folded row in the spec table against the trunk or closet.
Pick the footrest option on this page. Swing-away footrests move aside for a transfer. Elevating legrests raise the legs. Do not mix this with a transport-chair footrest.
This wheelchair is for a rider who will self-propel in the 18 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 18 inch wheelchair with detachable desk-length arms. You give up the lighter attendant-pushed transport-chair setup.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Weight Capacity | 300 lb |
| Unit Weight | 36.7 lb |
| Seat | 18.25"W x 16"D |
| Wheels | 8" front and 24" rear |
| Handle Height | 33"-35" |
| Width Between Arms | 18.75" |
| Folded Dimensions | 13.25"W x 32"D x 35"H |
| Colors | Swing-away Footrests and Elevating Legrests |
| Arm Height From Floor | 28.5" |
| Back | 16.75"W x 17.75"H |
| Item Numbers | 5185S, 5185SE |
| 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.
Swing-away footrests move aside for a transfer. Elevating legrests raise the legs. Pick the option on this page. They are not the same SKU.
Shop the Nova Steel Wheelchair on this page when they need a self-propel 18 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.
