The Chairman KOALA™ is built with the same rugged motors and
front-wheel drive technology of Permobil’s full-size adult power
wheelchairs but is scaled to fit the needs of a child. The KOALA
provides the child with comfort, mobility and independence through
the years of rapid growth from toddler to teenager because its Miniflex™
seating system can be expanded as the child grows.
Permobil’s proven front-wheel drive system can climb curbs up
to 2.5 inches high, has pivoting rear wheels for responsive steering
and is designed to keep all four wheels on the ground. Compared
to a standard rear wheel drive chair, the KOALA base is shorter and
narrower for greater maneuverability.
Offering power steering with a joystick, the KOALA has electronics
that can be programmed to meet the user’s requirements.