Power Wheelchair Lifts For Heavy Lifting

Battery operated power wheelchairs relieve the wheelchair user of any effort or assistance in moving the wheelchair. In this sense, they are considered upgrades when compared to manual wheelchairs and offer an elevated level of convenience in usage for the price they are paid for. However, these wheelchairs are a lot heavier and more difficult to transport around as they are not easily folded like manual wheelchairs. Nevertheless, when it comes to power wheelchair lifts, the maximum weight capacity of the lift becomes an important factor.

The $725 Tilt-A-Rack Mobility power wheelchair lift is an affordable model made from aluminum and designed for weight capacities of up to 350 lbs or even 500 lbs. The power wheelchair carrier fits into the rear of the car and is hinged onto the vehicle with three pins. Once the power wheelchair is positioned on the lift platform, the leveling bolt beneath the platform balances the wheelchair into place. The horizontal platform can also be tilted so that the power wheelchair can be moved from the lift to the curb without the use of ramps. This is the benefit of using power wheelchair lifts within vehicles.

For internal power wheelchair lifts, the Harmar AL 420 looks to be a promising item. This is a rotary lift that can be mounted on any side of the vehicle as long as there is 30 inches of headroom for it to move. The machinery itself weighs 86 pounds but it is capable of lifting 400 lb power wheelchairs. However, this product may be a little on the high side, with a price tag of a little over $2100.

Alternatively, if you are looking for a platform-type power wheelchair lift, you should consider the Silver Star BackPacker wheelchair lift from Pride. At approximately $1800, you can obtain a completely automatic power wheelchair lift with an ability to lift 325 lbs into the inside of your mini-van. The platform itself is built at a size of 27 inches by 47 inches with the whole device easily installed on the third-row seat without any need for drilling works. As these power wheelchair lifts are powered with its own battery pack, there is no fear of sudden power failures. Just with a single button, all vertical and horizontal movements of the lift can be controlled with ease.