Description
The Drive Silver Sport 1 Wheelchair is Drive's entry-level standard wheelchair, and it keeps its promises simple: a silver vein steel frame, an 18 in seat with nylon upholstery, fixed padded arms, swing-away footrests, and a 250 lb rating. Polyurethane tires on composite wheels never need air, push-to-lock brakes hold it steady, and a carry pocket on the backrest keeps the day's essentials with the rider.
- Steel frame with silver vein finish; 250 lb capacity
- Fixed padded arms — the simple, sturdy configuration
- Swing-away footrests included
- Polyurethane tires on composite wheels: no air, no flats
- Carry pocket on the backrest; folding back-canes for storage
The Standard Wheelchair, Kept Standard
Not every rider needs adjustments, options, and upgrades. The Silver Sport 1 is the chair for the rider whose needs are settled: one seat size (18 x 16 in), one arm style (fixed and padded), footrests that swing away for transfers, and a frame that folds on its back-canes for the closet or trunk. It is the least complicated self-propelled chair Drive makes, and for a great many households that is precisely the recommendation.
Features and Benefits
Steel Frame, Simple Configuration
- Silver Vein Steel Frame – A powder-coated steel frame that shrugs off daily use and wipes clean.
- Fixed Padded Arms – No mechanisms to loosen or lose; padded support that is simply always there.
- Folding Back-Canes – The back folds for compact storage (32 x 11 x 22 in without riggings).
Rolling Gear
- Polyurethane Tires, Composite Wheels – Solid tires that never need air and cannot go flat, on lightweight composite wheels.
- Push-to-Lock Wheel Locks – Positive-locking brakes the rider works from the seat.
- Swing-Away Footrests – Swing aside or lift off for transfers, then click back for the ride.
Everyday Details
- Carry Pocket on Backrest – Papers, a phone, a small bag — carried on the chair, not in a lap.
- Nylon Upholstery – Durable, wipe-clean seating on an 18 x 16 in seat.
- 19.5 in Seat Height – A standard height that suits most adults for sit-to-stand transfers.
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)
- Back Height: 16 in (40.6 cm)
- Overall Dimensions (open): 42 in (106.7 cm) L x 24 in (61 cm) W x 36 in (91.4 cm) H
- Folded Dimensions (without riggings): 32 in (81.3 cm) L x 11 in (27.9 cm) W x 22 in (55.9 cm) H
- Product Weight: 37.6 lb (17.1 kg)
- Carton Shipping Weight: 42.8 lb (19.4 kg)
Capacity and Construction
- Weight Capacity: 250 lb (113.4 kg)
- Frame: Steel, silver vein finish
- Upholstery: Nylon
- HCPCS Code: K0001
Running Gear
- Tires: Polyurethane, on composite wheels
- Wheel Locks: Push-to-lock
Warranty and Configuration
- Warranty: Limited 3-year (per Drive)
- Armrests: Fixed, padded
- Front Riggings: Swing-away footrests
- Warranty Terms: Defects are covered by repair or replacement at Drive's option; misuse, negligence, and normal wear are excluded (owner's manual).
Shopping the wider range? Compare this chair with our other wheelchairs, browse all mobility aids for transfer and daily-living support, or read our wheelchair buying guide.
Why Fixed Arms Are a Feature, Not a Compromise
Removable arms earn their complexity when a rider side-transfers or needs table clearance. When they do not, fixed arms are stronger, quieter, and impossible to misplace. The Silver Sport 1 is honest about which chair it is — and thousands of households need exactly this one.
- Fewer Moving Parts – Nothing to rattle, loosen, or lose.
- Proven Layout – The standard K0001 configuration clinics and homes have used for years.
- Flat-Free Rolling – Solid tires: the chair is ready whenever the rider is.
- 3-Year Warranty – Drive's limited 3-year coverage on the whole chair.
Manuals and Troubleshooting Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the weight capacity? Some listings say 300 lb.
250 lb. Drive's own product page, specification sheet, and owner's manual (doc 989-1) all state 250 lb; the 300 lb figure in some distributor listings is incorrect.
Do the arms come off?
No — the arms are fixed and padded. If you need detachable arms, the Silver Sport 2 is the step-up model; this chair's fixed arms are the simpler, sturdier choice.
How do I set the wheel locks correctly?
Per the owner's manual, a locked wheel lock's shoe must embed the tire by at least 1/8 in. Adjust it at the carriage-bolt clamp if the embed is shallow — a lock that skims the tire will not hold the chair.
How do I maintain it?
Wipe solid tires with a damp cloth and replace them if worn or cracking; check casters periodically and lubricate the bearings, tensioned so there is no play yet the wheel rolls freely; inspect the rear wheels monthly; keep footrest plates at least 2-1/2 in off the ground with the user seated.
Can it be used as a seat in a vehicle?
No. Per the owner's manual, the chair is not approved as a vehicle seat — transfer to the vehicle's own seat for travel.
What warranty does it carry?
A limited 3-year warranty from Drive, covering the whole product.
