Description
The Motion Composites Helio A7 is a folding ultralight wheelchair with a hydroformed 7005 T6 aluminum frame, built to order in Canada for an adult who self-propels.
What does it do and how does it work?
- Hydroformed unibody frame that folds side to side, black cross brace.
- Rated 265 lb (120 kg), or 350 lb (159 kg) with the HD kit.
- The axle plate moves 1 to 3.75 in (2.5 to 9.5 cm) for centre of gravity; camber is 0, 3 or 6 degrees.
- Rear wheels 20 to 26 in with airless tires and quick-release axles; casters 3 to 8 in.
Who is it for, and who should choose something else?
- An adult who propels every day and wants a folding chair tuned to their measurements.
- Less adjustment or a lower price: the Helio A6 uses a 6061 frame.
- Needs tilt: see tilt-in-space wheelchairs. Mostly pushed: a transport chair.
Will it fit?
- Seat width 14 to 22 in (35.6 to 55.9 cm) in 1 in steps; 21 and 22 in need the HD kit.
- Seat depth 14 to 20 in (35.6 to 50.8 cm); back height 9 to 24 in (22.9 to 61 cm).
- Front seat height 13 to 21.5 in (33 to 54.6 cm); rear 12.5 to 20.25 in (31.8 to 51.4 cm).
- Overall width 20.75 to 33.5 in (52.7 to 85.1 cm), depending on setup.
- Measure seat width across the upholstery and depth from the back cane to the seat sling.
Using it day to day
- Lift the seat to fold; the rear wheels release and the footrests swing away.
- At 16 x 16 in it weighs 25.1 lb (11.4 kg) with wheels, locks, footrests, back and cushion, and 14.8 lb (6.7 kg) without them.
- Push-to-lock wheel locks are standard; pull-to-lock, grade aid, scissors and attendant locks are options.
- Keep it between -20 C and 40 C; use it on hard, flat surfaces, and expect more service after sand, mud, rain or snow.
What does it work with, and what are its limits?
- No cushion and no positioning belt are included; slip-on back upholstery is the no-charge back.
- Transfer to a vehicle seat whenever possible. A WC-19 occupied tie-down kit is an order option.
- HD kit: widths 18 to 22 in and the 350 lb (159 kg) rating. A growth kit (cross braces, links, seat sling, back, footplates) is offered at no charge within five years; confirm it on your quote.
- Warranty: 5 years on the frame and cross brace, 1 year on components, 30 days on soft goods. See the Warranty tab.
How does it compare?
- Helio A6: 6061 aluminum, 15.1 lb (6.8 kg) transport weight.
- Move: 6061 aluminum, fewer seat depths and no camber.
- Type 3 wheelchairs: the full range.
Frequently asked questions
Can I set the centre of gravity at home?
The axle plate adjusts 1 to 3.75 in, but a professional should set it because stability changes.
Is the chair crash tested for vehicle travel?
A WC-19 occupied tie-down kit is an option; transfer to a vehicle seat whenever possible.
Does the chair tilt?
No. The back angle is set 85 to 110 degrees on the order, but the frame does not tilt.
Mobility Specialties is an ADP registered vendor; see how we can help.
Specifications
- Weight capacity
- 265 lbs (120 kg); 350 lbs (159 kg) with the HD kit
- Product weight
- 25.1 lbs (11.4 kg) at 16" x 16" with rear wheels, wheel locks, footrests, back upholstery and seat cushion
- Transport weight
- 14.8 lbs (6.7 kg) at 16" x 16" without rear wheels, armrests or side guards, cushion, anti-tippers and footrests
- Seat width
- 14" to 22" (35.6-55.9 cm) in 1" steps; 21" and 22" only with the HD kit
- Seat depth
- 14" to 20" (35.6-50.8 cm) in 1" steps
- Back height
- 9" to 24" (22.9-61 cm), fixed or height-adjustable back canes
- Back angle
- 85 to 110 degrees, set on the order form; angle-adjustable back canes optional
- Armrests
- Height-adjustable flip-back (converts to T without tools), T or swing-away; 6" to 14" (15.2-35.6 cm) high; desk or full length
- Legrests
- Swing-in, swing-out footrests at 60, 70 or 80 degrees, or 90-degree front mount; elevating legrests optional
- Seat height
- Front 13" to 21.5" (33-54.6 cm); rear 12.5" to 20.25" (31.8-51.4 cm), set by caster and rear wheel size
- Rear wheel size
- 20", 22", 24", 25" or 26"; airless tires standard, pneumatic optional; quick-release axles
- Caster size
- 3" to 8" (7.6-20.3 cm) composite casters with polyurethane tires; 6" or 8" pneumatic optional
- Overall width
- 20.75" to 33.5" (52.7-85.1 cm), depending on seat width and setup
- Brakes
- Push-to-lock wheel locks standard; pull-to-lock, grade aid, scissors and attendant locks optional
- Folding
- Folds side to side by lifting the seat; rear wheels quick release; footrests swing away
- Frame material
- 7005 T6 aluminum, hydroformed unibody frame; black aluminum cross brace
- Available colours
- 19 frame colours, Black standard, including White, Ferrari Red, Sapphire Blue, Sky Blue, Caribbean Blue, Burgundy and Pink Pearl; custom paint
- Warranty
- Aluminum frame and cross brace 5 years; components 1 year; tires, upholstery, cushions, armrests and grips 30 days
- Product type
- Folding lightweight manual wheelchair
Options and sizes can change some figures. Ask us to confirm yours before you order.
Documents
- Brochure Motion Composites Helio A7 Folding Wheelchair brochure
- Brochure Motion Composites Helio A7 brochure (2025)
- User Manual Motion Composites folding wheelchairs user manual (2026)
- User Manual Motion Composites Helio A7 Folding Wheelchair user manual
- Warranty Manual Motion Composites limited warranty, Canada (2025)
- Warranty Manual Motion Composites Helio A7 Folding Wheelchair warranty manual
- All forms and documents
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
Motion Composites warrants the HELIO A7 folding wheelchair against defects in materials and workmanship, for the first user only. Warranty service goes through an authorized Motion Composites dealer in Canada.
- Aluminum frame and cross-brace: 5 years from the date of purchase.
- Other Motion Composites parts: 1 year.
- Tires and tubes, cushions, seat sling and upholstery, back upholstery, armrests and push-handle grips: 30 days.
- Not transferable. Excludes normal wear, negligence, accident, misuse, commercial or institutional use, exceeding the weight capacity, unauthorized repairs or modifications, and a removed serial tag.
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Funding may help pay for this
Mobility Specialties is an ADP registered vendor. Funding may help: see who may help pay.
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.
