Ultra Lightweight Wheelchair – LT-K5 Adjustable & Folding

Ultra Lightweight LT-K5 Wheelchair with Adjustable Armrests and Swing-Away Footrests

Karman LT-K5 Ultra Lightweight Wheelchair – Durable Lightweight Folding Wheelchair |Adjustable

$475.00

✔️ 28 lb Ultra Lightweight Adjustable Frame
✔️ Folding Backrest for Easy Transport
✔️ Flip-Back Height-Adjustable Armrests
✔️ Adjustable Axle for 18”–21” Seat Height
✔️ Swing-Away Footrests with Adjustable Footplates
✔️ Flat-Free Wheels for Smooth Daily Mobility

Seat Width

Clear

Legrests

Options and Accessories

(SB22) Clamp Style Seat Belt 2 Piece ($23.00)

(SB99-48) Auto Style Seat Belt 2 Piece ($36.00)

(HR-FLD-115) 16"-18” Width Foldable Headrest ($154.00)

18" Width Leg Strap - Calf Support ($19.00)

(CP2) Universal Carry Pouch - Small ($20.00)

(CP4) Universal Carry Pouch - Large ($29.00)

(CUPH-100-BK) Universal Cup Holder ($19.95)

Tie Down Kit 15ft / 4.5m ($39.99)

Seat Cushions

Back Cushions

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Description

The LT-K5 Ultra Lightweight Wheelchair is built for users who want more than a basic manual wheelchair. With a lightweight 28 lb frame, adjustable axle positioning, flip-back height-adjustable armrests, swing-away removable footrests, and a folding backrest, this ultra lightweight wheelchair delivers the right balance of comfort, control, portability, and daily-use performance.

If you are searching for a lightweight folding wheelchair that is easier to transport, easier to fit, and more adjustable than many standard manual chairs, the LT-K5 is designed to support real everyday mobility at home, outdoors, in rehab settings, and while traveling.

Why the LT-K5 Stands Out

The LT-K5 is not just light — it is adjustable. Many lightweight chairs reduce weight but offer limited fit. This model combines an ultra lightweight frame with features that help users and caregivers achieve a more comfortable daily setup.

✔️ 28 lb ultra lightweight frame makes lifting, storing, and transporting easier.
✔️ Height-adjustable axle allows different seat heights from 18” to 21”.
✔️ Flip-back height-adjustable armrests improve transfers and user fit.
✔️ Folding backrest helps the chair fit better in vehicles and storage spaces.
✔️ Swing-away removable footrests simplify entry, exit, and positioning.
✔️ Flat-free wheels and casters reduce maintenance worries.

Ultra Lightweight Frame for Easier Daily Mobility

At only 28 lbs without footrests, the LT-K5 is much easier to manage than many standard wheelchairs. This matters for caregivers, family members, and users who need a chair that can be lifted into a car, folded for appointments, or moved around the home without unnecessary strain.

This makes it a strong choice for adults who want a lightweight folding wheelchair for doctor visits, daily errands, family outings, rehab appointments, and general mobility support.

Adjustable Seat Height for Better Fit and Control

The LT-K5 includes a height-adjustable axle, allowing the seat height to adjust from 18” to 21”. This is a major advantage because seat height affects comfort, propulsion, posture, and transfer ease.

✔️ Lower settings can help certain users reach the ground more easily.
✔️ Higher settings may improve fit for taller users.
✔️ Adjustable axle positioning helps fine-tune the wheelchair to the user’s body and mobility needs.

Flip-Back Height-Adjustable Armrests

The LT-K5 features flip-back armrests that also adjust from 9” to 12” in height. This helps create a better fit for different users while making transfers safer and easier.

✔️ Flip-back arms allow easier side transfers from beds, chairs, and vehicles.
✔️ Height adjustment helps support the arms in a more natural position.
✔️ Better arm positioning can reduce shoulder strain during daily use.

Folding Backrest for Travel and Storage

A major reason people search for a lightweight folding wheelchair is transport. The LT-K5 includes a folding backrest and folds to a compact 14” folded width, helping make storage and vehicle loading much easier.

This is especially useful for users who travel often, caregivers who load the chair into a car, or families who need a wheelchair that does not take up too much space at home.

Comfortable Dual Padded Upholstery

The LT-K5 includes dual padded seat upholstery for added durability and comfort. This gives the chair a more supportive feel compared to thin basic upholstery, helping users stay more comfortable during daily sitting.

Swing-Away Removable Footrests with Adjustable Footplates

The swing-away removable footrests help users get in and out of the chair more easily. The footplates are height adjustable, allowing better leg positioning for different users.

✔️ Swing-away design clears space during transfers.
✔️ Removable footrests reduce bulk during transport.
✔️ Adjustable footplates help improve leg comfort and positioning.

Smooth Ride with Flat-Free Wheels

The LT-K5 includes 7” x 1” flat-free front casters with height-adjustable forks and 24” x 1 3/8” flat-free high-tread rear wheels. These wheels are designed for dependable everyday movement without worrying about flats.

✔️ Flat-free tires reduce maintenance.
✔️ High-tread rear wheels support smoother daily rolling.
✔️ Height-adjustable front forks help with fit and positioning.

Who This Ultra Lightweight Wheelchair Is Best For

✔️ Adults who need a lighter chair for daily mobility
✔️ Caregivers who regularly lift or transport a wheelchair
✔️ Users who need adjustable seat height and armrest height
✔️ People recovering from surgery, injury, or rehab
✔️ Seniors who need a lightweight folding wheelchair for appointments and outings
✔️ Users who want better adjustability than a basic manual wheelchair

Common Problems This Wheelchair Solves

❌ Heavy wheelchair is hard to lift → ✔️ 28 lb ultra lightweight frame
❌ Chair does not fit user well → ✔️ adjustable seat height and armrest height
❌ Difficult side transfers → ✔️ flip-back armrests and swing-away footrests
❌ Hard to fit in a car → ✔️ folding backrest and compact folded width
❌ Footrests get in the way → ✔️ swing-away removable footrests
❌ Tire maintenance concerns → ✔️ flat-free casters and rear wheels

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an ultra lightweight wheelchair?

An ultra lightweight wheelchair is a manual wheelchair designed with a lighter frame to make propulsion, lifting, storage, and transport easier. The LT-K5 weighs only 28 lbs without footrests, making it much easier to manage than many standard wheelchairs.

Is the LT-K5 a lightweight folding wheelchair?

Yes. The LT-K5 has a lightweight 28 lb frame, folding backrest, and 14” folded width, making it a strong lightweight folding wheelchair for travel, appointments, vehicle loading, and compact storage.

Who should choose the LT-K5 wheelchair?

The LT-K5 is best for adults who want a lighter, more adjustable wheelchair for daily use, rehab, travel, caregiver-assisted mobility, or improved comfort compared to a basic manual chair.

Is this wheelchair good for caregivers to lift into a car?

Yes. Its 28 lb frame and folding backrest make it easier for caregivers to lift, load, and store compared to heavier standard wheelchairs.

Does this wheelchair have adjustable armrests?

Yes. The LT-K5 has flip-back height-adjustable armrests with a 9” to 12” adjustment range, helping improve transfer access and user fit.

Does the LT-K5 have adjustable seat height?

Yes. The height-adjustable axle allows the seat height to adjust from 18” to 21”, giving users more flexibility for fit, transfers, and positioning.

Is this wheelchair good for transfers?

Yes. The flip-back armrests, swing-away removable footrests, and adjustable footplates make transfers easier from beds, chairs, vehicles, and other seated surfaces.

What seat sizes are available?

The LT-K5 is available in 16” x 17” and 18” x 17” seat sizes. The 16” model has a 24.5” overall open width, while the 18” model has a 26.5” overall open width.

What is the weight capacity?

The LT-K5 supports users up to 250 lbs.

Is this wheelchair good for long-term daily use?

Yes, for users within the 250 lb capacity who want a lightweight, adjustable wheelchair with padded upholstery, adjustable arms, adjustable seat height, flat-free wheels, and a folding backrest for daily use.

Does this wheelchair have flat-free tires?

Yes. It includes flat-free 7” x 1” front casters and flat-free 24” x 1 3/8” high-tread rear wheels to reduce maintenance concerns.

What optional accessories are available?

Available options include anti-tippers, seat belt, seat and back cushion, and a foldable or adjustable headrest.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATION

📏 Product Specifications

Feature	16” Model	18” Model
Seat Width	16″	18″
Seat Depth	17″	17″
Overall Width	24.5″	26.5″
Product Weight (without footrests)	28 lbs	28 lbs
Weight Capacity	250 lbs	250 lbs

Product Type: Ultra lightweight manual wheelchair (K5 category)
Frame Material: Lightweight durable frame (black finish)
Seat Height: Adjustable from 18″ to 21″ (via axle adjustment)
Back Height: 17″
Overall Height: 34″
Folded Width: 14″
Overall Length: 38″
Armrests:
- Flip-back design
- Height adjustable (9″ – 12″)
Footrests:
- Swing-away removable footrests
- Height-adjustable footplates
Rear Wheels: 24″ x 1 3/8″ flat-free high-tread wheels
Front Casters: 7″ x 1″ flat-free casters with adjustable fork height
Braking System: Push-to-lock wheel brakes
Upholstery: Dual padded seat upholstery for comfort and durability
Side Panels: Durable composite side guards
Drive Type: Self-propelled and caregiver-assisted
Adjustability:
- Seat height adjustment (axle positioning)
- Armrest height adjustment
- Front caster fork height adjustment
Optional Accessories:
- Anti-tippers
- Seat belt
- Seat and back cushions
- Adjustable headrest
HCPCS Code: K0005
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

Shipping & Returns

Shipping & Return Policy

At MedCare Mobility, we understand that purchasing medical and mobility equipment is an important decision. Our goal is to make the ordering, delivery, and return process as clear and straightforward as possible.

Because many of the products we offer are large, specialized, or shipped directly from manufacturer and distributor warehouses, shipping and return requirements may vary somewhat by product and brand. The policy below explains what you can generally expect when ordering from MedCare Mobility.

Shipping & Order Processing

We ship medical and mobility equipment to customers throughout the United States. Orders are processed as quickly as possible, and tracking information is provided once available.

Processing Time

Most in-stock orders are processed within approximately 1–3 business days. Processing may include order verification, warehouse preparation, packaging, and coordination with the manufacturer or distributor.

Some specialty equipment, made-to-order products, oversized items, or products shipping directly from a manufacturer may require additional processing time. Any estimated processing or lead time shown on an individual product page should be considered part of the expected fulfillment timeframe for that item.

Transit & Delivery Time

Once shipped, many standard orders arrive within approximately 3–7 business days. Larger medical equipment, freight shipments, specialty products, and certain manufacturer-direct orders may require additional transit time.

Tracking information will generally be emailed once the shipment has been processed by the carrier. If you have questions regarding the status of your order, please contact us at info@medcaremobility.com.

Alaska, Hawaii & Special Shipping Areas

Orders shipping to Alaska, Hawaii, and certain remote or limited-access areas may be subject to additional shipping charges. If an additional charge is required after your order is reviewed, we will contact you before proceeding whenever additional payment is necessary.

Freight & Oversized Equipment

Hospital beds, patient lifts, large recliners, ramps, and other oversized medical equipment may ship by freight rather than standard parcel service. Unless a specific delivery service is stated on the product page or order, freight delivery does not automatically include inside delivery, assembly, installation, or removal of packaging.

30-Day Return Policy

We want you to feel comfortable ordering from MedCare Mobility. Most eligible products may be returned when a return is requested within 30 days of delivery, subject to the conditions and exclusions outlined below.

Eligible products generally include:

Electric and power wheelchairs
Manual and lightweight wheelchairs
Mobility scooters
Walkers and rollators
Patient lifts
Wheelchair ramps
Hospital and homecare beds
Eligible medical mattresses
Geriatric and medical recliner chairs
Overbed tables
Bathroom benches and shower chairs
Other eligible medical and mobility equipment

Return eligibility can vary by manufacturer and product type. Products specifically identified as non-returnable, custom, made-to-order, or otherwise subject to special return terms are governed by those terms.

Return Authorization

Please contact us before shipping any product back. Returns must first be approved and issued a Return Authorization (RA) and the appropriate return shipping address.

You may request a return by emailing info@medcaremobility.com or contacting our customer service team through the live chat on our website.

Please do not return merchandise to an address shown on the original shipping label unless specifically instructed to do so. Many products ship directly from manufacturer or distributor warehouses, and the correct return location may be different from the original shipping location.

Condition of Returned Merchandise

To qualify for a return and refund, the product must be returned:

In brand-new and unused condition
In its complete original manufacturer packaging
With all manuals, components, hardware, accessories, and included materials
Without damage, modification, assembly wear, stains, odors, or other signs of use
In resalable condition upon inspection by the receiving warehouse or manufacturer

We strongly recommend keeping the original box, pallet, protective materials, and packaging until you are certain that you intend to keep the equipment. Large medical equipment can be difficult or impossible to return safely without its original packaging.

Restocking Fees

Approved returns are subject to a mandatory restocking fee, generally ranging from 15% to 20% of the applicable product price. The exact restocking percentage varies depending on the manufacturer, brand, and type of equipment being returned.

These restocking charges are assessed to us by the manufacturer or distributing warehouse when merchandise is returned. MedCare Mobility does not add the fee simply as a return penalty; when the manufacturer requires the charge, we must pass the applicable amount through as part of processing the return.

If you would like to know the applicable restocking percentage for a particular product before ordering, please contact us and we will be happy to help whenever that information is available from the manufacturer.

Return Shipping & Shipping Charges

The customer is responsible for shipping charges associated with the order when making a standard return.

Customers are responsible for arranging for the approved merchandise to be returned to the return address provided with the Return Authorization. In certain cases, we may be able to provide a prepaid return label or coordinate return transportation for your convenience. When provided, the applicable shipping cost may be deducted from the final refund.

Because some medical equipment is oversized or requires freight transportation, prepaid labels or carrier call tags may not be available for every product. Our customer service team will provide the available return instructions when your return is authorized.

Non-Returnable Products

For health, hygiene, safety, customization, and manufacturer-policy reasons, certain products are not eligible for standard returns.

We currently do not accept returns on:

Parts & accessories
Wheelchair cushions and support accessories
Patient lift slings
Custom or made-to-order products
Products specifically identified as non-returnable on the product page

If a non-returnable product arrives damaged, defective, or incorrect, please contact us promptly. Non-returnable status does not prevent us from assisting with a legitimate shipping damage, defect, warranty, or fulfillment issue in accordance with the applicable manufacturer and carrier procedures.

Damaged or Incorrect Orders

We take shipping damage seriously and will work with you to help resolve legitimate delivery issues.

If your product arrives damaged, please notify MedCare Mobility within 48 hours of delivery. Whenever possible, retain the shipping carton, pallet, packaging materials, and the product exactly as received and take clear photographs of the packaging and any visible damage.

Reporting damage promptly is important because carriers and manufacturers have limited timeframes for filing freight and shipping claims.

If you receive an incorrect product or believe there is a manufacturer defect, please contact us before returning or disposing of any merchandise or packaging so that we can provide the appropriate instructions.

Refused Deliveries

Please contact us before refusing a delivery unless the shipment has obvious significant freight damage and the carrier is documenting the damage at delivery.

A shipment that is refused for reasons unrelated to verified shipping damage may be treated as a standard return. Applicable restocking and shipping charges may therefore be deducted from the refund.

Return Shipping Deadline

Once a return has been approved and return instructions or a return label have been issued, the merchandise must be shipped within 72 hours unless MedCare Mobility provides different instructions in writing.

This is particularly important when a return is approaching the end of the applicable return period. Returns shipped outside the authorized timeframe may be refused by the manufacturer or warehouse and may no longer qualify for a refund.

Refund Processing

Refunds are processed after the returned merchandise has been received and inspected by the applicable warehouse or manufacturer and the return has been confirmed to meet the return requirements.

The applicable restocking fee, shipping charges associated with the order, and any other authorized return-related charges will be deducted from the amount eligible for refund.

If returned merchandise is used, damaged, incomplete, missing original packaging or components, or otherwise returned in a condition that prevents the manufacturer or warehouse from accepting it as new and resalable merchandise, the return may be refused or the refund may be reduced in accordance with the manufacturer’s assessment.

Custom & Made-to-Order Products

Products identified as custom, configured, made-to-order, special-order, or manufactured specifically for the customer cannot generally be canceled once production or manufacturer processing has begun and are not eligible for standard returns.

For custom products, cancellation may only be possible during the initial processing period and before production or customization begins. Because production schedules vary by manufacturer, we encourage customers to contact us immediately if a change is required.

If a custom product arrives damaged or has a legitimate manufacturing defect, we will work with the manufacturer to pursue the appropriate resolution, replacement components, repair, or other available remedy under the applicable manufacturer policy or warranty.

Questions Before Ordering?

Medical equipment can vary considerably in size, configuration, compatibility, and intended use. If you are unsure whether a product will work for your needs, we strongly encourage you to contact us before placing your order.

Our team is happy to help review product specifications, dimensions, options, compatibility, and available manufacturer information so you can make a more informed purchasing decision and reduce the possibility of needing a return.

For shipping, return, or product questions, contact us at info@medcaremobility.com or speak with us through the live chat on our website.

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