Sunrise Medical · mid-size scooter
Used Sunrise Medical Sterling Sapphire 2
The Sterling Sapphire 2 by Sunrise Medical is a 4 mph, four-wheel pavement scooter that comes apart into pieces for the car. Its 35Ah batteries give up to 30 km (19 miles) by Sunrise's figure, it carries riders up to 150 kg, and the heaviest piece weighs 22.5 kg.
At a glance
4 mph
Top speed
Up to 19 miles
Range
150 kg
Maximum user weight
22.5 kg
Heaviest piece (front section)
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Specification
Manufacturer's figures.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 4 mph (6.4 km/h) |
| Class | Class 2 (pavement) |
| Range | Up to 30 km / 19 miles (maker's figure, ISO 7176-4 theoretical range) |
| Batteries | 35Ah sealed gel, in two removable packs |
| Charger | 5 A, off-board; charging socket on the tiller |
| Maximum safe slope | 10° with a rider up to 150 kg (14° up to 113 kg) |
| Kerb height | Up to 76 mm (3") |
| Ground clearance | 9.5 cm |
| Turning diameter | 143 cm |
| Wheels | 22.5 cm (9") front, 26.5 cm (10.5") rear, pneumatic tyres |
| Lights | LED lights front and rear |
| Controls | Delta handlebar, finger-or-thumb lever, speed dial, horn, battery gauge; tiller adjusts to any angle |
| Size | |
| Length | 121 cm |
| Width | 59 cm |
| Seat height | 50–62 cm |
| Seat | Swivels; height adjusts on the seat post; armrests lift up and adjust in width |
| Front basket | Up to 4.5 kg |
| Weight | |
| Total weight | 79 kg |
| Heaviest piece | 22.5 kg (the front section) |
| Rear drive unit | 19.5 kg |
| Battery packs | 12 kg each |
| Seat | 12.5 kg |
| Maximum user weight | 150 kg (23 st 8 lb) |
Before you buy a used Sterling Sapphire 2
How fast does the Sapphire 2 go?
Up to 4 mph (6.4 km/h). It is a Class 2 scooter: Sunrise designed it for pavements and for crossing roads, not for driving along the road.
How far will it go on a charge?
Up to 30 km (19 miles) is Sunrise's theoretical figure from its 35Ah batteries. Heavier riders, hills, rough ground, cold weather and older batteries all shorten it.
Will it fit in a car?
It comes apart into the seat, two battery packs and the front and rear sections, with no cables to undo. The heaviest piece, the front section, is 22.5 kg; the drive unit is 19.5 kg, each battery pack 12 kg and the seat 12.5 kg. Try the pieces in your own boot first.
What is the maximum user weight?
150 kg (23 st 8 lb). With a rider of that weight it is rated for slopes up to 10 degrees; up to 113 kg, 14 degrees.
What kerbs can it manage?
Up to 76 mm (3 inches). Sunrise advises using dropped kerbs and pedestrian crossings where you can.
Is the Sterling Sapphire 2 right for you?
Tell us how you’ll use it and we’ll say honestly if another model fits better.