Sunrise Medical · road scooter
Used Sunrise Medical Sterling S700
The Sterling S700 by Sunrise Medical is a large Class 3 road scooter with a top speed of 8 mph and a stated range of up to 45 km (28 miles). It has independent suspension on all four wheels, 33 cm (13-inch) pneumatic tyres, climbs kerbs up to 100 mm and carries riders up to 160 kg.
At a glance
8 mph
Top speed
Up to 28 miles
Range
160 kg
Maximum user weight
146 kg
Weight (with batteries)
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Specification
Manufacturer's figures.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 8 mph |
| Class | Class 3 (road) |
| Range | Up to 45 km / 28 miles (maker's figure) |
| Batteries | 2 × 12V 75Ah, maintenance-free |
| Charger | 8A; charging socket on the tiller |
| Motor power (peak) | 2700 W |
| Maximum safe slope | 10° at 160 kg |
| Kerb height | Up to 100 mm |
| Ground clearance | 100–130 mm |
| Turning radius | 1.5 m |
| Wheels | 33 cm (13") front and rear |
| Tyres | Pneumatic; some have the optional solid tyre kit |
| Suspension | Independent on all four wheels, adjustable front and rear |
| Brakes | Disc brake, handle with locking feature |
| Lights | LED headlight, indicators, brake and position lights |
| Controls | Delta handlebar, wig-wag finger or thumb control, adjustable tiller |
| Size | |
| Length | 1500 mm |
| Width | 660 mm |
| Seat height | 450–500 mm (3 positions) |
| Seat width | 490 mm |
| Seat depth | 490 mm |
| Backrest height | 525 mm |
| Seat | Swivels and slides; adjustable recline; headrest; flip-up adjustable armrests |
| Weight | |
| Weight | 146 kg (with batteries) |
| Heaviest part | 35 kg (the seat) |
| Battery weight | 24.6 kg each |
| Maximum user weight | 160 kg / 25 st 2¾ lb |
Before you buy a used Sterling S700
How fast does the Sterling S700 go?
Up to 8 mph. It is a Class 3 scooter, so it can be used on the road.
How far will it go on a charge?
Up to 45 km (28 miles) is Sunrise Medical's figure, from its two 75Ah batteries. The distance you get depends on things like the rider's weight, hills, the weather and the age of the batteries.
What is the maximum user weight?
160 kg, or 25 st 2¾ lb.
What can it climb?
Kerbs up to 100 mm and slopes up to 10 degrees (with a 160 kg rider). Always take kerbs head-on.
Can I use it indoors?
It is made mainly for outdoor use. At 1500 mm long and 660 mm wide it is large, so Sunrise advises care in shops and other buildings.
How does it compare with the S425?
The S425 is the smaller Sterling road scooter: 55Ah batteries, up to 42 km (26 miles), 12-inch tyres, 50 mm kerbs and riders up to 150 kg. The S700 goes further, climbs higher kerbs and has more suspension travel, but is longer and heavier (146 kg against 117 kg).
Is the Sterling S700 right for you?
Tell us how you’ll use it and we’ll say honestly if another model fits better.