Front-Wheel Drive Wheelchair Vs Mid-Wheel Drive - wheelieworx

Front-Wheel Drive Wheelchair Vs Mid-Wheel Drive - wheelieworx
👋 Welcome back, Wheelchair Warriors! In today's video, we're diving into the nitty-gritty of wheelchair technology to help you make an informed choice between Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) and Mid-Wheel Drive (MWD) systems. 🛋️
🚗 Front-Wheel Drive (FWD):
Discover the advantages and drawbacks of FWD wheelchairs, where the power is directed to the front wheels. We'll explore how this design affects maneuverability, stability, and outdoor performance. From tight corners to rough terrains, find out if FWD is the right fit for your lifestyle.
🔄 Mid-Wheel Drive (MWD):
Get ready to explore the heart of MWD wheelchairs, where the power is distributed to the middle wheels. We'll discuss the benefits of MWD, including enhanced maneuverability, a smaller turning radius, and how it handles obstacles. Is MWD the game-changer you've been searching for in your mobility journey?
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[@Ronnock]

Excellent advice about the front wheel drive maneuvering. That's also the cleanest warehouse I've ever seen.

[@wheelieworx]

We agree! Thanks for noticing!

[@dazza70smith]

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[@aidos44]

What about rear wheel drive?

[@timpearson9579]

I've got both a mid-wheel and a front-wheel chair, you know and I know the mid-wheel would have gone in that door way easier if you had lined it up right and the front-wheel is a bit better outside on uneven ground.

[@justinboulos1]

Hi Tim, you're absolutely right. I would have because there was no wall in front of me. I tried to simulate if there was a wall. I'm this case my footplates would be at risk of hitting the wall in front because my chair as to move further forward

[@wheelieworx]

To clarify, it's not the width that is the difference, it is the way it turns :)