Drive Medical Viper Plus GT Full Reclining Wheelchair, Detachable Full Arms, 18" Seat

Viper Plus GT Full Reclining Wheelchair, Detachable Full Arms, 18" Seat

The Viper Plus GT full reclining wheelchair is a lightweight reclining wheelchair with an 18 inch seat and detachable full arms. It works well for buyers who need a more adjustable chair for patient transport, seating changes, or easier transfers in clinical and care settings. Key details include a seat depth that adjusts from 16 inch to 18 inch, a reclining back that adjusts from 5 degrees to 20 degrees, and quick-release 24 inch rear wheels.

Good Fit For

• Care settings that need adjustable wheelchair positioning
• Transfers where flip-back arms can improve access
• Facilities balancing maneuverability with reclining functionality

Key Features

• 18 inch seat with telescoping seat rail technology adjusts seat depth from 16 inch to 18 inch for a better fit
• Full reclining back adjusts from 5 degrees to 20 degrees to support positioning needs
• Flip-back, removable, padded full arms help simplify transfers and access
• All-aluminum frame stays lightweight at under 32 lbs excluding front rigging for easier maneuvering
• Quick-release 24 inch composite Mag-style rear wheels are lightweight and maintenance free
• Tool-free swing-away footrests and adjustable anti-tippers support day-to-day usability

Applications and Usage

• Patient transport with a reclining back for added positioning flexibility
• Adjusting seat depth to better accommodate different users
• Transfers where padded flip-back arms create clearer side access
• Daily use in care environments that prefer maintenance-free composite rear wheels

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Front rigging is excluded from the listed chair weight of under 32 lbs.
• Seat depth adjusts between 16 inch and 18 inch, which may matter for user fit and seating setup.
• The reclining back adjusts within a 5 degree to 20 degree range rather than fully flat.
• The product details mention an all-aluminum frame, while the structured material field is not specified.

FAQ

• Can the seat depth be adjusted? Yes. The seat depth adjusts from 16 inch to 18 inch using built-in seat rail extensions and extendable upholstery.
• How far does the back recline? The back angle adjusts from 5 degrees to 20 degrees, giving the chair added positioning flexibility.
• Are the arms removable for transfers? Yes. The chair has adjustable-height, flip-back, removable, padded full arms to help with transfers and access.
• Is this wheelchair heavy? The chair weighs under 32 lbs excluding front rigging, which helps keep it easier to maneuver than heavier reclining models.
• What kind of rear wheels does it use? It has quick-release 24 inch composite Mag-style rear wheels that are lightweight and maintenance free.

From Drive Medical.