Description
The Drive Poly-Fly Wheelchair Transport Chair Combo is two chairs in one frame: a self-propelled lightweight wheelchair on 24 in wheels, and — pull those wheels off with their quick-release buttons — an attendant transport chair riding on its own rear casters. Riders who propel themselves at home but need a push through airports, clinics, and long outings no longer have to choose which chair to own. At 34 lb with the big wheels on, the Poly-Fly travels as easily as it converts.
- Two chairs in one: self-propel wheelchair and attendant transport chair
- 24 in rear wheels remove with quick-release buttons — no tools
- All-aluminum frame, 34 lb at 18 in and 36 lb at 20 in with wheels fitted
- Two sets of wheel locks — one for each mode
- Swing-away footrests with heel loops and anti-tippers included
One Chair for the Days You Push and the Days You Are Pushed
Needs change inside a single day: independent at home in the morning, a long clinic corridor by afternoon. The Poly-Fly was built for exactly that rhythm. As a wheelchair it is a proper self-propel chair — 24 in wheels, hand rims, full-size seat. When the outing calls for an attendant, the wheels come off at the push of a button and the chair runs on its built-in 8 in rear casters as a compact transport chair. The back folds down with a deluxe release, so the converted chair loads into a trunk without a wrestling match.
Features and Benefits
Two Modes, One Frame
- Quick-Release 24 in Wheels – Depress the button at the center of each wheel and pull it off the axle; refit by lifting the rear of the chair and sliding the axle into the top sleeve (owner's manual).
- Transport Mode on Rear Casters – With the big wheels off, the chair rides on its rear 8 in casters, which stay on the chair in both modes.
- All-Aluminum Frame – Drive calls it high-strength and light weight for a reason: 34 to 36 lb complete with wheels.
Safety in Both Modes
- Two Sets of Wheel Locks – A lock set for wheelchair mode, and a second set the attendant applies in transport mode — in transport mode the locks must be engaged by the attendant, not the rider.
- Anti-Tippers Included – They install with a locking button and swing 180 degrees up to disengage when needed.
- Fold-Down Back – Deluxe back release folds the back for transport and storage.
Comfort and Fit
- Nylon Upholstery – Durable, easy to maintain, and made for daily use in both modes.
- Swing-Away Footrests – Composite foot plates with heel loops, standard on this listing; elevating legrests are available as Drive's STDELR-TF accessory.
Product Specifications
Dimensions and Weights
- Seat Width Options: 18 in (45.7 cm), 20 in (50.8 cm)
- Seat Depth: 16 in (40.6 cm)
- Seat-to-Floor Height: 19.5 in (49.5 cm)
- Overall Length: 42 in (106.7 cm)
- Overall Width (with 24 in wheels): 24.5 in (62.2 cm) for 18 in; 25.5 in (64.8 cm) for 20 in
- Overall Height: 37 in (94 cm)
- Folded Dimensions: 42 in (106.7 cm) x 12 in (30.5 cm) x 37 in (94 cm)
- Back Height: 16 in (40.6 cm)
- Product Weight (24 in wheels fitted): 34 lb (15.4 kg) for 18 in; 36 lb (16.3 kg) for 20 in
- Carton Shipping Weight: 39 lb (17.7 kg) for 18 in; 41 lb (18.6 kg) for 20 in
Capacity and Construction
- Weight Capacity: 250 lb (113.4 kg)
- Frame: Aluminum
- Upholstery: Nylon, black
Running Gear
- Rear Wheels (wheelchair mode): 24 in (61 cm), quick-release
- Rear Casters (transport mode): 8 in (20.3 cm)
- Wheel Locks: Two sets — one per mode; transport-mode locks are attendant-applied
Warranty and Configuration
- Warranty: Limited lifetime (per Drive)
- Front Riggings: Swing-away footrests with heel loops, included
- Anti-Tippers: Included
- Warranty Terms: Defects are covered by repair or replacement at Drive's option; misuse, negligence, and normal wear are excluded (owner's manual).
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Why One Poly-Fly Replaces Two Chairs
Buying a wheelchair and a transport chair separately means two frames to store, move, and maintain. The Poly-Fly folds both jobs into the chair already in the trunk — self-propel where the rider is independent, attendant transport where the day gets long.
- Real Self-Propel Mode – Full 24 in wheels and hand rims, not a transport chair pretending.
- Real Transport Mode – Wheels off in seconds; the chair narrows to its casters for tight vehicles and clinics.
- 34 lb Complete – Lighter with its big wheels on than many steel chairs are bare.
- Locks for Both Modes – Safety engineered for the conversion, not improvised.
Manuals and Troubleshooting Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the conversion between wheelchair and transport chair work?
Per the owner's manual: depress the quick-release button at the center of each 24 in wheel and pull the wheel off its axle — the chair now rides on its rear 8 in casters as a transport chair. To convert back, lift the rear of the chair and slide each axle into the top sleeve until it locks.
How much does it weigh in each mode?
Drive publishes 34 lb (18 in) and 36 lb (20 in) with the 24 in wheels fitted. The wheels come off for transport mode, which lightens the lift further; Drive does not publish a separate wheels-off weight.
Who applies the brakes in transport mode?
The attendant. The Poly-Fly carries two sets of wheel locks, and in transport mode the locks must be engaged by the person pushing, not the rider.
Does it include footrests and anti-tippers?
Yes — swing-away footrests with composite plates and heel loops, plus anti-tippers, are included. Elevating legrests are not part of this listing; Drive offers them as the STDELR-TF accessory.
Can it be used as a car or van seat?
No. Per the owner's manual, the chair is not a motor-vehicle seat — transfer to the vehicle's own seat for travel.
What warranty does it carry?
Drive lists a limited lifetime warranty for this model.
