Tuffee

Description:

South Africa has diverse landscapes that pose different challenges for individuals. The Tuffee wheelchair was developed due to the need for a wheelchair that was affordable and had an increased durability for rough terrain. This locally manufactured wheelchair has 1.75cm broad rear wheels with 8″x 2″ front castors. These broader wheels allow the wheelchair to cruise through sand and rough terrain with ease, preventing the risk of getting caught/stuck or in some cases, tipped forwards out of your chair. The crossbar and upholstery are reinforced to increase the durability and lifespan of the wheelchair.

It is available in a range of sizes to fit both children and adults. The armrests and footrests are removable to aid transfers and transportation of the chair. The footrests are also height adjustable so they can be modified to fit each user’s specific needs.

Broader Front Castor

The Tuffee Wheelchair has a 8″x 2″ front castor. This makes it 1″ wider than the standard castor. The increased castor width, helps to navigate more uneven surfaces with ease, as it doesn’t get as caught in narrow spaces.

Reinforced Upholstery

The seat and backrest upholstery is reinforced on the Tuffee. This increases the lifespan of the upholstery as the chair is usually use on a rougher terrain when compared to a standard wheelchair.

Easily Folded

The Tuffee Wheelchair is easily folded by lifting the seat upwards. The chair becomes nice and compact for loading into a vehicle or storing in a cupboard. Ensure that you have flipped the footrest plates upwards, otherwise they will stop the chair from folding.

Adjustable Footrest Height

While using a 13 spanner, the wheelchair footrest height can easily adjusted. Allowing for the optimal height to be achieved for each individual. If you are unsure of how to adjust your footplates correctly