Description
The Golden Compass Sport GP605 is a centre-wheel power chair with a captain's seat and headrest, a 24 in (61 cm) turn and a lifetime frame warranty.
What does it do and how does it work?
- Centre-wheel drive: 10 in (25.4 cm) flat-free drive wheels, 6 in casters, 3.25 in (82.6 mm) clearance and a 24 in (61 cm) turn.
- Seat: a captain's seat 18 x 18 or 18 x 20 in, with a 23 in (58.4 cm) back or 30.5-34.5 in with the headrest; optional seats run 16-22 in wide.
- Seat mechanism: three heights from 19-21 in (48.3-53.3 cm); the padded arms flip up and adjust for height, width and angle, and the seat hinge folds flat.
- Speed and range: 4 mph (about 6 km/h), 24 miles (39 km), or 34 miles (55 km) with the optional 50 Ah batteries.
- Controls: a 40 amp programmable controller with Dynamic Load Compensation, freewheel and electro-mechanical brakes.
- Footrest and trim: the footrest adjusts 2.5-4.5 in (6.4-11.4 cm) in height and 0-10 degrees, with nylon wheels, reflective stickers and a larger footplate.
Who is it for, and who should choose something else?
- It suits a rider up to 300 lbs (136 kg) who wants a headrest.
- It suits a rider who needs a wider seat; four widths run 16-22 in.
- The Compass HD GP620 carries 450 lbs.
Will it fit?
- Rider: 300 lbs (136 kg); seat 18 x 18 or 18 x 20 in standard, 16-22 in optional; seat height 19-21 in; back 23 in.
- Base: 24 in (61 cm) wide, 39.5 in (100.3 cm) long, 40-42 in (101.6-106.7 cm) high, or 47-52.5 in with the headrest.
- Weight: 179 lbs (81.2 kg) assembled; base 97 lbs, batteries 22 or 30 lbs each.
- Ground: 3.25 in (82.6 mm) clearance, a 24 in (61 cm) turning radius and a 6 degree slope limit.
Using it day to day
- Set the seat: three heights, flip-up arms and a fold-flat hinge.
- Charge: 6-8 hours with the off-board charger, or 12 hours for new batteries.
- Freewheel: pull the levers forward to disengage the gears and push them back to drive; use level ground only.
- Transport: never sit in the chair while it is transported; tie the empty chair down with an approved system.
- Footrest: 2.5-4.5 in high and 0-10 degrees.
What does it work with, and what are its limits?
- Stay within 300 lbs (136 kg), one rider.
- Incline limit 6 degrees.
- The 34 mile range needs the 50 Ah batteries.
- Warranty: lifetime frame; drive train and electronics 13 months; batteries 12 months.
Which version should I choose?
- Seats: 18 x 18 or 18 x 20 in standard; 16, 18, 20 or 22 in wide optional.
- Batteries: U1 packs, or the optional 50 Ah packs for the longer range.
- Colours: red or blue.
How does it compare?
- The Compass HD GP620 is the same centre-wheel layout rated to 450 lbs.
- The Ally Pro GP304 is a folding chair rated to 330 lbs.
- See all standard power wheelchairs, or how to choose a wheelchair.
Frequently asked questions
What range do the bigger batteries give?
Up to 34 miles (about 55 km) with the optional 50 Ah packs, against 24 miles with U1.
What seat widths are available?
A standard 18 in seat, with optional 16, 18, 20 or 22 in widths and 16, 18 or 20 in depths.
How long is the frame covered?
Lifetime on the frame; the drive train and electronics are 13 months and the batteries 12 months.
Funding may help: see who may help pay.
Specifications
- Weight capacity
- 300 lbs (136 kg)
- Product weight
- 179 lbs (81.2 kg) assembled; base 97 lbs (44 kg), seat with arms 40 lbs (18.1 kg), batteries 22 or 30 lbs each
- Seat width
- 18 in (45.7 cm) standard; optional 16, 18, 20 or 22 in (40.6, 45.7, 50.8 or 55.9 cm)
- Seat depth
- 18 or 20 in (45.7 or 50.8 cm) standard; optional 16, 18 or 20 in
- Seat height
- 19-21 in (48.3-53.3 cm) ground to seat, three positions
- Drive wheel size
- 10 in (25.4 cm) flat-free centre drive
- Caster size
- 6 in (15.2 cm) flat-free
- Overall width
- 24 in (61 cm) outside the tyres
- Overall height
- 40-42 in (101.6-106.7 cm); 47-52.5 in (119.4-133.4 cm) with headrest
- Overall length
- 39.5 in (100.3 cm)
- Ground clearance
- 3.25 in (82.6 mm)
- Turning radius
- 24 in (61 cm)
- Maximum slope
- 6 degrees
- Driving range
- 24 miles (about 39 km); up to 34 miles (about 55 km) with the optional 50 Ah batteries
- Top speed
- 4 mph (about 6 km/h)
- Controller
- 40 amp fully programmable with Dynamic Load Compensation
- Brakes
- Electro-mechanical with electronic speed control and freewheel mode
- Footrest
- Adjustable 2.5-4.5 in (6.4-11.4 cm) in height and 0-10 degrees in angle
- Battery
- Two U1 batteries, 22 or 30 lbs (10 or 13.6 kg) each; optional 50 Ah
- Available colours
- Red and Blue
- Compatible with
- Two U1 batteries, up to 50 Ah, 22 lb or 30 lb each. Off-board charger
- Battery charger
- Off-board; 6-8 hours to charge, 12 hours for new batteries
- Seat
- Captain's seat, 18 x 18 or 20 in, 23 in back without the headrest and 30.5 to 34.5 in with it, black vinyl
- Features
- Nylon drive wheels, oil-embedded bearings, silver powder-coated arm beams, four reflective stickers and a larger footplate
- Maximum incline
- 6 degrees
- Seat adjustments
- Padded flip-up arm supports, fold-flat seat hinge, armrests adjustable for height, width and angle
- Backrest height
- 23 in (58.4 cm) without headrest; 30.5-34.5 in (77.5-87.6 cm) with it
- Seat mechanism
- Fold-flat seat hinge; padded flip-up arms adjustable for height, width and angle
- Warranty
- Lifetime frame; drive train and electronics 13 months; batteries 12 months
- Product type
- Centre-wheel power wheelchair
Figures from the manufacturer. Options and seat sizes can change them; we confirm yours before ordering.
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Delivery and service
Delivery and setup
We deliver and set up equipment across Toronto and the GTA, and show you how everything works. Custom and special-order products can take longer; we confirm timing with you before delivery.
Service and repairs
Our technicians service what we sell, at home or in our shop.
Try before you buy
Visit a showroom in Etobicoke or Brampton to try products first, or book a free home assessment.
Warranty
Warranty details
Golden Technologies warrants the Compass Sport GP605 to the first consumer who bought it from an authorized Golden Technologies retailer, from the date of purchase. A warranty registration card must be on file for service.
- Steel frame, frame welds and seat post: limited lifetime.
- Motor and gearbox, electrical brake function, controller, charger, wiring, caster beam, forks, armrests, footrest, seat swivel, bearings, bushings and other rubber and plastic parts: 13 months.
- Batteries supplied by Golden: 12 months.
- Accessories supplied by Golden: 1 year.
- Covers replacement parts only. Labour, service calls, transport and freight are paid by the owner.
- Excludes wear items (tires and tubes, plastic shrouds, armrest pads, motor brushes, bulbs and fuses, battery cases, brake pads, upholstery), loss or theft, battery leakage, abuse, misuse, accident, neglect, improper use or storage, commercial use, exceeding the weight limit, and unapproved repairs or accessories.
Questions about this product?
Talk to our team, try it in a showroom, or book a free home assessment. We help with sizing and funding.
