ProActive Medical Chariot IV XTC Pediatric Lightweight Reclining Wheelchair
ProActive Medical Chariot IV XTC-RC Pediatric Reclining Wheelchair
High-Strength Lightweight Alloy Frame Linked with Manual Hydraulic Reclining Back Mechanics
Incorporate clinical positioning flexibility, advanced upper-body posture reinforcement, and lightweight transport agility into your child's daily routing with the ProActive Medical Chariot IV XTC-RC Pediatric Wheelchair Series. Specifically engineered for younger users, teens, and individuals with smaller skeletal frames, this premium manual mobility platform provides elite postural support without the immense, exhausting bulk of traditional heavy steel reclining models. Built on a high-strength lightweight alloy hybrid core, it safely manages a 250 lb weight capacity while remaining easy for caregivers to steer, push, and fold into standard vehicle trunks.
The core clinical advantage of the XTC-RC configuration centers on its specialized hydraulic recline cylinders paired with continuous-clutch elevating legrests. Caregivers can transition the user from a standard upright posture down to a deep reclined angle seamlessly, assisting with head/trunk stability, pressure relief, and blood flow distribution. Outfitted with flip-back padded desk-length armrests, young riders can achieve zero-barrier lateral transfers and pull completely flush to classroom desks, activity tables, and workspaces.
Key Features & Product Benefits
- Hydraulic Recline Cylinder Matrix: Gas-assisted manual triggers enable smooth, infinite backrest angle adjustments to support targeted orthopedic pressure distribution.
- High-Strength Lightweight Alloy Core: Specialized hybrid chassis drastically reduces pushing resistance and rolling weight compared to standard heavy steel models.
- Continuous-Clutch Elevating Legrests: Independent tool-free front riggings adjust steplessly and lock at any precise horizontal angle, featuring plush padded calf supports.
- Flip-Back Desk-Length Armrests: Shortened arm padding clears standard school tables effortlessly and flips backward instantly for zero-barrier lateral transfers.
- Standard Security Anti-Tippers: Rear frame-mounted adjustable wheels arrive standard on every unit to prevent backward tipping during full recline transitions.
- Double-Stitched Breathable Nylon: Premium flame-retardant black padding maximizes skin airflow and resists sagging across years of active daily school routines.
- Flat-Free Low-Maintenance Wheels: High-traction composite mag rear wheels and solid front casters navigate interior classroom carpets and concrete sidewalks with absolute stability.
Equipment Specialist Insight: "The Chariot IV XTC-RC represents a major milestone in high-positioning pediatric care. Standard reclining chairs are usually massive steel structures that isolate the child and strain the caregiver's back during travel. ProActive solved that design hurdle perfectly by combining a lightweight alloy skeleton with smooth hydraulic pistons. This gives parents seamless, infinite positioning control for pressure relief or feeding times, while keeping the physical lifting weight light enough to handle daily school commutes cleanly."
Technical Specifications
Review the verified manufacturing metrics and certified performance measurements for this pediatric layout:
- Brand / Master Vendor ProActive Medical / Chariot IV Pediatric Line
- HCPCS Insurance Billing Codes E1226 + E0990 (Manual Fully Reclining Frame + Elevating Legrest Assemblies)
- Structural Weight Capacity 250 lbs (113 kg) Across All Width Variants
- Available Seating Widths 12 Inches (Pediatric Sizing Cut) | 14 Inches (Growing Adolescent Cut)
- Backrest Mechanics Gas-Assist Manual Hydraulic Cylinders for Continuous-Range Tilt Recline
- Front Rigging Assembly Tool-Free Continuous-Clutch Elevating Legrests (ELR) with Padded Calf Cushions
- Chassis Material Base High-Strength Lightweight Alloy and Carbon Hybrid Base with Anti-Tippers
- Wheel & Caster Array Flat-Free Composite Rear Mag Wheels | Solid Composite Front Casters
- Textile Material Composition Double-Stitched, Flame-Retardant Breathable Black Nylon Cushioning
- Procurement Benefit Status Fully FSA and HSA Eligible Option
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the practical positioning advantage of a manual hydraulic reclining backrest?
A: Children who cannot maintain prolonged upright alignment are highly prone to sliding forward, slumping, or developing severe focal pressure points over hours of sitting. The manual hydraulic triggers allow a caregiver to tilt the backrest frame backward infinitely. This change moves a portion of the user's upper torso weight onto the back pad, increasing posture control, relieving spinal pressure, and improving circulation.
Q: How do flip-back desk-length armrests improve school integration and side transfers?
A: Standard armrests protrude too far forward, hitting table boundaries and forcing children to sit isolated away from classroom desks. This model features shortened desk-length armrests that slide cleanly flush under standard workspace trim. For transitions, the arm bars unlatch and swing entirely back out of the way, allowing easy lateral transfers from car seats, changing tables, or therapy mats.
Q: What is the mechanical benefit of continuous-clutch elevating legrests?
A: Traditional elevating footrests utilize multi-pin clicking locks that restrict lower limb placement to a few fixed steps, which often miss the exact angle required to manage post-surgery cast placement or swelling. ProActive's heavy-duty continuous-clutch joint allows an operator to raise and secure the leg rigging at any precise degree, ensuring absolute comfort and targeted vascular relief.
📦 Master Variant SKU & GTIN Inventory Matrix
| Factory SKU | Seat Width | Armrest Configuration | Universal Product Code (UPC) | Weight Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WCK4XRC12DAELR | 12 Inches | Flip-Back Desk Arms | 5060488574405 | 250 lbs (113 kg) |
| WCK4XRC14DAELR | 14 Inches | Flip-Back Desk Arms | 5060488574412 | 250 lbs (113 kg) |
Retail Disclaimer: Technical specifications are subject to independent technical spec verification. Always verify that all hydraulic lever controls are secure and rear safety anti-tippers are properly aligned prior to executing full backrest tilt recline changes.
