Description
The Drive Rebel Lightweight Wheelchair is the travel-ready chair that breaks down faster than any of them: quick-release rear wheels, a fold-down back, tool-free removable front casters, and a frame that folds to just 10.5 in wide. Drive built it for retail and real life — it comes out of its carton ready for car trunks, closets, and the back seat, and back up to full size in moments. At 37 lb with a 300 lb capacity, the Rebel is the grab-and-go chair of the Drive line.
- Quick-release rear wheels — off in seconds for transport
- Folds to 10.5 in wide, with a fold-down back for tight spaces
- Tool-free removable front casters
- 37 lb steel frame rated to 300 lb
- Detachable desk arms and removable swing-away footrests
The Chair That Fits Almost Any Vehicle
A wheelchair only helps if it is where the rider is — and most chairs lose that fight at the car door. The Rebel was designed to win it: the rear wheels release at a button, the back folds down, the casters come off without a single tool, and the frame folds narrow enough to slide into spaces other chairs cannot use. What arrives is not a compromised travel chair, though — it is a full 18 in seat on a steel frame, with desk arms for tables and the accommodating seating surface Drive is known for.
Features and Benefits
Travel and Storage
- Quick-Release Rear Wheels – Remove the biggest, bulkiest parts in seconds for storage or transport, then click them back on.
- Fold-Down Back and Folding Frame – Folds to 10.5 in wide so the chair transports in almost any vehicle and stores in a closet.
- Tool-Free Removable Front Casters – No toolbox anywhere in the breakdown or the setup.
Everyday Use
- Steel Frame, 300 lb Capacity – Drive markets the Rebel as lightweight yet extremely maneuverable, on a frame rated well past its weight class.
- Detachable Desk-Style Armrests – Pull up close to tables and desks, then remove the arms for side transfers.
- Removable Swing-Away Footrests – Swing them aside or take them off entirely for transfers and close storage.
Product Specifications
Dimensions and Weights
- Seat Dimensions: 18 in (45.7 cm) W x 16 in (40.6 cm) D
- Seat-to-Floor Height: 19.5 in (49.5 cm)
- Overall Width: 25.5 in (64.8 cm) open; 10.5 in (26.7 cm) closed
- Back Height: 17 in (43.2 cm)
- Product Weight: 37 lb (16.8 kg)
- Carton Shipping Weight: 42 lb (19.1 kg)
- Retail Box Dimensions: 36.4 in (92.5 cm) x 11.3 in (28.7 cm) x 28 in (71.1 cm)
Capacity and Construction
- Weight Capacity: 300 lb (136.1 kg)
- Frame: Steel, Flame Red
Warranty and Configuration
- Warranty: Limited lifetime (per Drive)
- Armrests: Desk-style, detachable
- Front Riggings: Swing-away footrests, removable
- 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 the Rebel Is the Second Chair Everyone Actually Uses
Full-time chairs live where they are set up. The Rebel lives in the trunk, the closet, the spare room at the grandkids' house — the places life actually happens — because it is the chair that is never a production to bring along.
- Breaks Down Without Tools – Wheels, casters, arms, and footrests all release by hand.
- 10.5 in Folded – Narrower folded than chairs half its size open.
- 300 lb on a 37 lb Chair – Capacity that covers most riders in a travel-weight frame.
- Full-Size Seat – A real 18 in x 16 in seat, not a travel-chair squeeze.
Manuals and Troubleshooting Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
How small does the Rebel fold?
The folded frame is 10.5 in wide, the back folds down, and the rear wheels and front casters remove without tools — Drive designs it to transport in almost any vehicle.
How much does it weigh, and what does it carry?
37 lb, with a 300 lb weight capacity on its steel frame.
Do the armrests come off?
Yes — the desk-style armrests are detachable, which also makes side transfers and close table access easier.
How do I adjust the wheel locks?
Engage both locks before transfers. On Drive's wheelchair design, the lock shoe must embed the tire by at least 1/8 in when engaged: loosen the carriage-bolt nut, slide the clamp toward the rear wheel while the handle is in the locked position, tighten, and test the hold before use.
What maintenance does this chair need?
Wipe the tires occasionally with a damp cloth and replace them if severely worn or cracking; inspect the front casters periodically and lubricate the stem and wheel bearings occasionally, tensioned so there is no play yet the wheels roll freely.
What warranty does it carry?
Drive lists a limited lifetime warranty for this model.
