Drive DeVilbiss · folding powerchair
Used Drive DeVilbiss AirFold
The Drive DeVilbiss AirFold is a folding powerchair with a carbon fibre frame. It weighs 15.8 kg without its battery and 17.6 kg with it, and folds to 79 × 57 × 32 cm. Drive gives up to 9.3 miles on the 24V 12Ah lithium battery it comes with. It carries users up to 115 kg (18 st).
At a glance
15.8 kg
Weight (without battery)
Up to 9.3 miles
Range
115 kg
Maximum user weight
79 × 57 × 32 cm
Folded (L × W × H)
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Specification
Manufacturer's figures.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 3.7 mph (6 km/h) (4 mph on Drive's leaflet) |
| Range | Up to 9.3 miles (15 km) on the 12Ah battery it comes with, for a 115 kg user (Drive's figure; the web page's spec table says 10.2 miles) |
| Maximum user weight | 115 kg (18 st) |
| Maximum slope | 6° |
| Ground clearance | 65 mm (70 mm on the web page's spec table) |
| Turning radius | 1200 mm |
| Braking distance | 1360 mm |
| Motor | 24 V, 250 W brushless |
| Controls | Joystick with speed setting, battery display and horn; fits on either side |
| Water resistance | IPX4 (splashes) |
| Battery and charging | |
| Battery | 1 × 24 V 12Ah lithium when new, removable, 1.8 kg (Drive's spare battery for the AirFold is listed as 10Ah) |
| Charging | On or off the chair; Drive recommends 5 to 8 hours |
| Air travel | Drive calls the battery airline friendly; check with your airline |
| Size and weight | |
| Unfolded (L × W × H) | 930 × 570 × 930 mm |
| Folded (L × W × H) | 790 × 570 × 320 mm |
| Weight without battery | 15.8 kg |
| Weight with battery | 17.6 kg |
| Frame | Carbon fibre |
| Seat height | 490 mm |
| Seat width × depth | 440 × 420 mm |
| Backrest height × width | 460 × 460 mm |
| Armrests | Flip up; 250 mm above the seat |
| Wheels | Solid PU: front 178 mm (7"), rear 216 mm (8.5") |
| Other features | Lap belt, USB port, under-seat storage, under-seat grab handle, removable washable cushion |
| Attendant control | On some chairs (Drive's bracket, sold separately, moves the joystick to the back) |
Before you buy a used AirFold
How heavy is the AirFold to lift?
15.8 kg without its battery, and the battery weighs 1.8 kg, so 17.6 kg with it. It has a grab handle under the seat for lifting.
How far will it go on a charge?
Up to 9.3 miles (15 km) on the 24V 12Ah lithium battery it comes with, based on a 115 kg user (Drive's figure). Drive says it is less on slopes, rough ground or when climbing kerbs, and that the battery's charge and condition, the weather and how you drive also change it.
How small does it fold?
To 79 × 57 × 32 cm. You release the folding clip and push the backrest forward, and it stands upright for storage.
Can I take it on a plane?
Drive calls the battery airline friendly, and its manual says the chair suits land and air transport but to contact your carrier first, as the lithium battery may need special packing. Check with your airline before you book.
What is the maximum user weight and top speed?
It carries up to 115 kg (18 st) and goes up to 3.7 mph (6 km/h).
Is the AirFold right for you?
Tell us how you’ll use it and we’ll say honestly if another model fits better.