Kartrite 4ft Aluminium Foldable Wheelchair Ramp Non-Slip R02 Silver

One front step is enough to shut a house down for someone using a wheelchair or a mobility scooter. A 4 ft portable ramp bridges that step, then folds to about the size of a large suitcase and travels in the boot.

Folds four ways, carries like luggage

Open, the ramp measures 122 x 72 x 5 cm. Folded, it comes down to 61 x 36 x 16 cm, halved along its length and again across its width. That is what the four-way fold means in practice, and it is why the ramp fits a car boot rather than needing a roof rack. A lock pin holds the halves together, and the handle sits on the fold line so the weight balances in one hand.

Rails at the edges, grip underfoot

The running surface is non-slip rather than plain sheet, which matters most on the short, comparatively steep run a portable ramp gives. Raised rails along both edges give a small front castor something to meet before it runs off the side. Aluminium keeps the panel light enough for one person to position, and the 5 cm depth holds the lip at each end low.

Key features

• Four-way fold: packs to a quarter of its open footprint.
• Lock pin and handle: stays shut, balances when lifted.
• Non-slip running surface: textured deck, not smooth sheet.
• Safety side rails: raised edges the full length.
• 275 kg rated capacity: the supplier's figure for the ramp.

Specifications

• Length: 4 ft (122 cm)
• Open dimensions: 122 x 72 x 5 cm
• Folded dimensions: 61 x 36 x 16 cm
• Rated capacity: 275 kg
• Material: aluminium

What's in the box

• 1 x wheelchair ramp

Before you fit these

• Measure the rise: 122 cm over a tall step makes a steep gradient.
• Count the whole load: 275 kg covers occupant, chair or scooter and anyone assisting.

Suits doorsteps, kerbs, low decks and vehicle access. For a taller rise, compare the 5 ft version.