How do I choose the right size wheelchair for my child?

Correct sizing depends on seat width and seat depth rather than the child's age alone. The seat should be wide enough for the child to sit comfortably without pressure on the outer thighs, and deep enough that there is a small gap, roughly the width of a finger, between the back of the knee and the front edge of the seat. The Aktiv X6 is available in a 30cm or 35cm seat width to suit different builds, and our team can help match the right size to your child's measurements over the phone.

Can a children's wheelchair be used to transport my child in a car?

A wheelchair can only be used for occupied transportation if it has passed crash testing to the relevant standard. The Aktiv X6 is crash tested to ISO7176-19:2001 and complies with EN12183, which means it is built and tested to remain secure during travel while occupied. This removes the need to transfer the child into a separate car seat for short journeys, though the vehicle's own tie-down and harness system must still be used correctly.

What is the difference between a paediatric wheelchair and an adult wheelchair?

Growth adjustability is the main difference between the two, since children's bodies change shape and size far more quickly than an adult's. Paediatric wheelchairs are built with smaller frames, shorter backrests, and adjustable features such as footplate height and backrest tension so the chair can be fine-tuned as the child grows, rather than needing full replacement at every stage. Seat width and depth still need to be reassessed periodically to keep posture and comfort correct.

How often will my child need a new wheelchair as they grow?

This depends on how much a child grows relative to the adjustability built into their current chair, rather than a fixed timescale. Features such as height adjustable push handles, tension adjustable backrests, and swappable seat sizes extend how long a wheelchair remains suitable before a resize is needed. The Aktiv X6 is available in two seat widths, 30cm and 35cm, allowing a straightforward step up in size when the smaller option is outgrown.

Murrays Medical Aktiv X6 Childrens Wheelchair To Buy

Features

Folding aluminium frame
Height adjustable push handles
Flip back & detachable armrests
Swing away leg rest – Elevating legrest available
Crash tested for occupied transportation
Tension adjustable back with breathable wipeable cover
Height adjustable Anti-tipper

Murrays Medical Aktiv X6 Childrens Wheelchair; Lightweight & Transportable

The Murrays Medical Aktiv X6 Childrens Wheelchair has a lightweight folding aluminium frame. This makes it incredibly easy to lift, store and transport. Ideal qualities when you are looking to a children’s manual wheelchair.

Flip back & Removable Armrests

This children’s wheelchair comes with flip back and removable armrests as standard. This makes side transfers or getting close a desk / table much easier. Plus, it features comfortable polyurethane armrest pads.

The legrests and rear wheels can be easily removed thanks to their quick release mechanisms. Therefore, this chair can be quickly and simply dismantled for easy storage or putting in to the boot of a car.

Choice of Leg rests

This manual wheelchairs comes with the option of standard legrests or you can order it with elevating legrests. These are especially useful for when you need to raise your legs for rest or recovery from a broken bone. The footplates are also height and angle adjustable as standard.

Murrays Medical Aktiv X6 Childrens Wheelchair: Safety as Standard

There are lots of other useful features with this wheelchair! it is fitted with any-tip wheels for added safety and it has a stepper to help ease the chair up and over kerbs. The backrest is tension adjustable to suit different users and the upholstery is padded and breathable for added comfort.

This rental childrens wheelchair also complies with EN 12183 & Crash Test ISO 7176-19:2001 meaning it can be used for occupied transportation.

Give your child freedom and confidence

This wheelchair is designed around your child’s comfort and safety, with a tension adjustable backrest, height adjustable footplates, and a frame that folds down small enough for the car boot. Every purchase from Mobility Hire comes with a warranty for peace of mind. Call 0800 111 6234 if you would like help choosing between the two available sizes.

Products may vary in model and colour (unless specifically requested)

	30cm (12 inch) Standard Paediatric Chair	35cm (14 inch) Standard Paediatric Chair
Seat width:	30.0 cm	35.0 cm
Seat length:	35.0 cm	35.0 cm
Total width:	49.8 cm	54.9 cm
Total length:	93.0 cm	93.0 cm
Total weight	From 12.3 kg	From 12.3 kg
Max user weight	99.7 kg	99.7 kg

All product measurements are given in metric and imperial. Metric measurements may vary + or – 0.5cm, imperial measurements are approximate.

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Condition of products to purchase

Our products that are available to purchase come in two categories:

New – Product is brand new and never been used.

Fleet – Product has been used but has been serviced and is in good condition. By choosing a Fleet product for your purchase you will benefit from a reduced purchase price.

Types of Delivery

Two delivery options are available for products purchased from us:

Standard Delivery – Your order will arrive with one of our delivery drivers between 8am-6pm Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays), approximately 5-7 days after the order has been placed. You will be contacted by the office the day before your delivery is due to arrive with confirmation of a time slot.

It is important to note that with this type of delivery it is a “kerbside” delivery which means that the driver will unload your item(s) from the van but will not take the item into the property or set up the item. Some of the items can be very heavy and you may need to arrange assistance with moving and setting up the equipment once it has been delivered.

Our standard delivery service only applies to England and Wales. Areas outside of this may be available but would need to be discussed with our customer service team on 0800 111 6234 who will be able to provide a quote for this service.

Engineered Delivery – An engineered delivery includes a fully trained delivery driver delivering your products and will set up/assemble your product along with demonstrating how to use it correctly. Finally, any packaging is taken away so you don’t have to worry about disposal or recycling.

Our engineered delivery service only applies to England and Wales. Areas outside of this maybe available but would need to be discussed with our customer service team on 0800 111 6234 who will be able to provide a quote for this service.

Costs

There are two different costs associated with these types of deliveries:

Standard Delivery – Is free on all purchases above £40

Engineered Delivery – This cost is calculated based on the first part of the delivery postcode. By adding your chosen product to the basket at the beginning of the checkout process you will be able to access delivery cost and the delivery options that are available to you. There are set “standard” delivery days depending on your postcode, if these days are not convenient you have the option to select “other” day for delivery this includes same day, next day and weekend options. These are charged at a different rate to the standard delivery days.

Collection

We also offer collection from our premises if you would prefer. Collection is free of charge, but it does need to be arranged with our customer service team beforehand. Collection is available Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.00pm (excluding bank holidays). Call our customer service team on 0800 111 6234 to arrange your collection slot.

If you decide to go ahead with collection, you will need to bring along two forms of I.D. We accept any of the following:

Passport
Driving Licence
A letter from the Department of Work and Pensions
Utility Bill
Bank Statement

VAT Disclaimer

If you are eligible to not pay VAT on your purchased item(s) we require a valid VAT Disclaimer form to be submitted within 7 days of your purchase, other the VAT will be charged for your order. If we then receive a valid VAT Disclaimer form and a VAT refund is authorised a £5 administration charge will be deducted to cover the time and cost for refunding the VAT.

Warranty

For new purchases we offer one years’ warranty

For fleet purchases we offer a three – month warranty. All powered fleet products are supplied with new batteries.

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Standard Paediatric Wheelchair