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Drive CarbonTouch Power Wheelchair

Name: Drive CarbonTouch Power Wheelchair
Brand: Drive Medical
SKU: CFPC17FS
Price: 2699.0 USD
Availability: InStock

ManufacturerDrive Medical

Model CFPC17FS

$2,699.00

Most items ship in 3 to 7 business days.

A carbon fiber power chair that folds in one touch and weighs 36.4 lbs. without its battery. The lithium pack is FAA compliant, the joystick mounts on either armrest, and it switches to manual push mode. Holds 330 lbs.

Weight capacity

330 lbs.

Range per charge

10.5 miles

Base weight

40.8 lbs. with battery, 36.4 lbs. without

Seat size

17" W X 18" D

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Overview

36.4 lbs. without the battery and it folds in one touch

A carbon fiber folding power chair that weighs 40.8 lbs. with its battery and 36.4 lbs. without it. The lithium pack is FAA compliant, the joystick comes off and mounts on either armrest, and you can switch to manual push mode when the battery runs out. Holds 330 lbs.

Built for real life

What stands out

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36.4 lbs. without the battery

Carbon fiber takes the base to 40.8 lbs. with the pack in and 36.4 lbs. with it out. The battery alone is 4.4 lbs., so you lift the chair in two manageable pieces.

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Folds with one touch

One movement folds the chair to 33.3" high, 23" wide and 15.5" deep. There is no sequence to learn and nothing to unbolt.

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A lithium pack that flies

The 24V 12Ah lithium battery is FAA compliant, which is what makes this chair usable on planes, trains and cruise ships. Confirm the rules with your carrier before you travel.

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Powered or pushed

Switch between powered mode and manual mode, so if the battery runs flat somebody can push the chair home rather than dragging a locked motor.

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A joystick that moves sides

The joystick lifts off and mounts on either armrest, so a left-handed rider or a carer standing on the other side gets the control where they need it. It has a USB port for a phone.

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Flip-back arms and a mesh seat

The arms flip back for a side transfer and adjust in depth. The seat and back are breathable mesh rather than vinyl, which matters on a long day.

The Hieline Take

This chair is designed around one problem, which is getting a power chair into a car and onto a plane, and it solves it with carbon fiber and a 4.4 lbs. lithium pack that meets the FAA rule. Lifting 36.4 lbs. and a battery separately is a different job from lifting a 60 lbs. folding chair in one piece, and that is the whole argument for the price. The 330 lbs. capacity is higher than most travel power chairs manage, and the flip-back arms and mesh seat mean it is comfortable enough to sit in all day rather than only to cross an airport. What it is not is an outdoor chair: 2.4" of ground clearance, 7" front wheels and 3.7 mph mean pavements and indoor floors, not grass or gravel. The seat is 17" wide with no wider option, so measure hips first, because that single figure decides whether this chair works at all.

Straight talk

Is it right for you?

A good fit if you

travel by plane, train or ship and need a battery that is allowed on board
need to lift a power chair into a car and want to carry 36.4 lbs. and a 4.4 lbs. battery separately
weigh up to 330 lbs. and fit a 17" seat
want the joystick on the left, or moved for a carer

Look elsewhere if you

need a seat wider than 17"
drive outdoors over grass, gravel or kerbs, because ground clearance is 2.4" and the wheels are small
need more than 10.5 miles between charges
weigh more than 330 lbs.

Build & Buy

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Shipping is free on orders of $500 or more and $45 below that, to any address in the 48 continental states. Most items ship in 3 to 7 business days. No carrier quotes an exact date, so treat that as an estimate rather than a promise.

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WarrantyDrive Medical limited warranty

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This section covers what the manufacturer warrants and for how long.

There is nothing to buy here. The full terms are in the Warranty & Return tab on this page.

Drive Medical limited warranty+$0.00

Included with this chair at no charge. The full terms are in the Warranty & Return tab on this page.

Your total

$2,699.00

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Getting the size right

Not sure it will fit you?

Five measurements, taken at home with a tape and a firm chair, tell you whether a seat will suit you. The guide opens right here with a printable worksheet.

Five measurements · printable worksheet · no sign-up

How to measure for a wheelchair

Getting the right wheelchair starts with getting the right fit. A chair that is too wide, too narrow, too deep or too short is uncomfortable and hard to use.

You do not need dozens of measurements to get started. For most manual wheelchairs, transport chairs and power wheelchairs, the five below will get you to the right size.

Before you measure

Sit upright in a firm chair. Wear the shoes and the clothing you expect to use with the wheelchair. Have someone help you, because the measurements are far more accurate when somebody else holds the tape.

Measurement A. Hip width

Measure the widest part of your hips or thighs while seated. Keep the tape straight across your body rather than wrapping it around you.
This is the measurement that points you at a seat width.
Leave yourself a little room. If your seated hip width is about 19", look at a seat that gives you a small amount of clearance rather than one measuring exactly 19".
Do not go wider than you need. A wider seat makes the whole wheelchair wider, and that makes doorways and indoor turns harder.
Measurement B. Seat depth, also called upper leg length

Measure from the back of your buttocks to the crease behind your knee while seated.
The front edge of the seat should never press against the back of your knees. Aim for about 1" to 2" of space between the seat edge and the back of the knee.
A seat that is too deep presses behind the knees. A seat that is too shallow leaves your thighs without support.
Measurement C. Lower leg length

Measure from the crease behind your knee down to the bottom of your heel, wearing your normal shoes. Keep your knee bent at about 90 degrees.
This one tells you about seat-to-floor height, footrest height, legrest adjustment and footplate position.
If the wheelchair comes with a cushion, remember the cushion raises your seated height.
Measurement D. Back height

Sitting upright, measure straight up from the seat surface to where you want the top of the backrest to sit.
The right back height depends on how much upper-body support you need. A lower back gives an active manual wheelchair user more freedom to move. A higher back gives more trunk and upper-body support.
If you are unsure how much support you need, call us before you order.
Measurement E. Elbow height, where the armrests adjust

Relax your shoulders, let your arms hang at your sides, and bend your elbow to about 90 degrees. Measure straight up from the seat surface to the bottom of your elbow.
This gives you a comfortable armrest height on any chair with height-adjustable armrests.

Weight capacity

Always compare the rider's weight against the manufacturer's stated weight capacity. Never choose a wheelchair rated below the rider's actual weight.

If the rider is close to a chair's maximum, move up to a higher-capacity model.

Band	Capacity
Standard	Up to 300 lbs.
Heavy duty	Above 300 lbs., up to 400 lbs.
Bariatric	Above 400 lbs.

Make sure the wheelchair fits your home

Seat size is only half of it. Before you order, compare the wheelchair's overall dimensions against the places it has to go. Measure:

The narrowest doorway it has to pass through
Hallways and tight corners
The bathroom entrance
The bedroom entrance
Elevators, if you use one
Your vehicle's cargo space, if the chair travels

Check the manufacturer's listed overall width as well as the seat width. A wheelchair with a 20" seat measures considerably more than 20" from wheel to wheel.

For a power wheelchair, check the listed turning radius too, so you know it can turn where you need it to.

Your measurements

Type your numbers straight into the boxes below, or print this page and write them in by hand. When you are done, copy them and email them to us, or call and read them out.

A. Hip width inches

B. Seat depth, upper leg length inches

C. Lower leg length inches

D. Back height inches

E. Elbow height inches

Rider weight lbs.

Narrowest doorway inches

Need help choosing the right size?

Sizing varies between manufacturers and between models. If you are unsure which size to order, we are happy to help.

Send us your measurements along with the wheelchair you are considering, and a Hieline Medical specialist will compare them against that manufacturer's available seat sizes and specifications.

Call 1-855-HIELINE or email care@hieline.com with your measurements and the model you are considering, and we will tell you which seat size to order.

Important

This guide helps you select standard mobility equipment. It is not a clinical seating assessment. A rider with significant postural needs, pressure-management concerns, asymmetry, contractures or other complex seating requirements should be evaluated by a seating or rehabilitation professional.

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Drive CarbonTouch Power Wheelchair

What stands out

Is it right for you?

A good fit if you

Look elsewhere if you

The owner's manual is the full warranty

Returns

If something goes wrong

Not sure it will fit you?

How to measure for a wheelchair

How to measure for a wheelchair

Before you measure

Measurement A. Hip width

Measurement B. Seat depth, also called upper leg length

Measurement C. Lower leg length

Measurement D. Back height

Measurement E. Elbow height, where the armrests adjust

Weight capacity

Make sure the wheelchair fits your home

Your measurements

Need help choosing the right size?

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