Vanguard Bariatric Wheelchair
Wheelchair users of up to 600 lbs. can enjoy enhanced freedom, mobility, and comfort in the Vanguard Bariatric Wheelchair. You’ll love how easily the Vanguard maneuvers through your home and social surroundings. This specialty positioning wheelchair provides easy, “no-lift” tilt and assisted back recline. You’ll experience relief from seating-related discomfort, making activities of daily living a breeze. The Vanguard can help you avoid common mistakes in bariatric seating and provide intuitive solutions for the unique challenges of bariatric care.
The Vanguard is our first WC19 crash tested and certified bariatric wheelchair! We now offer an optional WC19 transportation package that accommodates the additional components for safer transport without compromising bariatric positioning and comfort.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
One-of-a-kind Comfort Tension Seating® system provides pressure redistribution and airflow for supportive comfort
Delivers safe and comfortable tilt and recline, without the use of restraints
Posterior tilt enhances socialization and engagement, and anterior tilt eases the user into a seated or standing position
Special, “no-lift” foot pump operates the tilt-in-space feature
Gluteal shelf support and “stand assist” handles add support for bariatric users
Adjustable arm supports and leg supports give each user a custom fit.
Removable upper lateral supports & arm supports facilitate easy side transfer
The 16-gauge, powder-coated, tubular steel frame will outlast any other bariatric wheelchair
WC19 certified and crash-tested for safer transport
CAREGIVER BENEFITS
“No-lift” foot pump helps you raise, lower, and tilt bariatric users without physical strain.
Saves time by reducing the need for multiple transfers during the day.
Cleans and disinfects easily with a non-porous, fluid-resistant surface.
Easy to change incontinence products without transferring patients from the wheelchair.
Allows for safer, easier, one-person side transfers from the bed to the wheelchair.
Durable and cost-effective for long-term use.
USER BENEFITS
Built to fit the unique ergonomic challenges of bariatric users.
Improved seating tolerance and reduced risk of pressure injuries.
Delivers customizable upper lateral body support to prevent falling during transfers.
Provides a custom fit with height-adjustable arm supports.
Supports legs with an adjustable, elevating design.
Improves posture, oxygenation, feeding, and overall comfort.
Supports proper posture and reduces the need for restraints.
SPECIFICATIONS
Tilt Angle | Up to 30° Posterior, Up to 10° Anterior |
Recline Angle | Up to 45° |
Weight Capacity | Up to 600 lbs. (272 kg) |
Seat Depths | 24" (61 cm), 26" (66 cm), 28" (72 cm), 30" (77 cm) |
Seat Depths | Adjustable: 21" (54 cm), 23" (59 cm) |
Back Heights | Adjustable: 32" (82 cm), 34" (87 cm), 36" (92 cm), 38" (97 cm), 40" (102 cm) |
Seat Surface Heights | Adjustable: 20" (51 cm), 21" (54 cm), 22" (56 cm), 23" (59 cm), 24" (61 cm) |
Frame | 16-gauge powder-coated tubular steel frame |
Wheels | Front Total Lock Casters: 6” (16 cm) Rear Multi-Directional Locking Casters: 8” (21 cm) |