Feather Power Chair — World's Lightest Power Wheelchair, 33 lbs
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The Feather Power Chair is the lightest power wheelchair on the market — 33 lbs, complete with battery. Most power wheelchairs weigh 100 to 300 lbs and require disassembly into multiple pieces to move. The Feather Power Chair folds into one piece in 3 seconds and lifts into a car trunk, taxi, or overhead bin by one person. For riders who travel, fly, cruise, or need a power chair that does not require a caregiver to manage the transport — the Feather Power Chair changes what independence looks like.
Questions about whether the Feather Power Chair is right for your situation — weight, range, or airline policies? Call 866-218-0902 — Mon–Fri 9AM–5PM · Sat 9AM–3PM · Six SW Florida Showrooms
Why 33 lbs Changes Everything
The weight of a power wheelchair is not an abstract number — it determines what the chair owner can actually do. Here is what 33 lbs enables versus 100+ lbs does not:
| Task | Feather Power Chair (33 lbs) | Standard Power Chair (100–300 lbs) |
|---|---|---|
| Load into car trunk | ✓ One person · one piece · 3 seconds | Requires 2+ people or vehicle lift · disassembles into multiple pieces |
| Airport / air travel | ✓ Lithium battery removes · airline-approved carry-on | Must be checked as oversized baggage · airline gate-check risk |
| Cruise ship cabin | ✓ Folds to 13" wide — fits inside cabin, closet, or car for port days | Takes up significant cabin floor space continuously |
| Taxi / rideshare | ✓ Folds into any trunk without SUV requirement | Requires wheelchair-accessible vehicle or SUV with lift |
| Carry over obstacle | ✓ 33 lbs — most adults can lift it | Not possible without equipment |
| Elevator/hallway | ✓ 24" overall width · 35" turning radius | Wider profile · larger turning radius in tight spaces |
| Store at home | ✓ Folds to 13" wide — coat closet, bedroom corner | Requires dedicated storage space |
Folds into One Piece — 3-Second Fold
The defining feature is not just the weight — it is that the chair folds into a single piece in three seconds. No pulling the seat off. No removing the batteries. No detaching the footrests. One motion, one piece, done.
Airline Approved — The Battery Matters
The Feather Power Chair's lithium-ion battery is removable. This is the specific design requirement that makes airline travel in the cabin possible for power wheelchair users. When the battery is removed from the chair, the chair itself can be checked or stowed. The battery, within lithium battery regulations, travels with the passenger as a carry-on item.
Every major airline has specific policies on lithium battery watt-hour limits — typically 100Wh without approval or 160Wh with airline pre-approval. Verify your specific airline's policy and the Feather battery's watt-hour rating before booking travel. Call us for the current battery spec — battery specifications can change between model years.
Key Features
Who the Feather Power Chair Is For
Full Specifications
| Model / Part Number | FCP18-BK |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Feather Mobility |
| Total Weight (with battery) | 33 lbs |
| Weight Capacity | 250 lbs |
| Top Speed | 4 mph |
| Range per Charge | Up to 13 miles |
| Battery | Lithium-ion — removable · airline-approved |
| Motor Input (Rated) | 120W |
| Brakes | Electromagnetic (auto-engage on joystick release) |
| Max Climbing Angle | 10° |
| Seat Width | 18" (17.72") |
| Seat Depth | 16" |
| Seat-to-Floor Height | 19" |
| Back Height | 16" |
| Overall Width | 24" |
| Overall Length | 34" |
| Overall Height | 34" |
| Turning Radius | 35" |
| Ground Clearance | 3" |
| Front Wheel Size | 7" |
| Rear Wheel Size | 10" |
| Tire Type | Flat-free (non-pneumatic) |
| Armrests | Padded · flipback |
| Cushions | 1" seat and back cushions — included |
| Folded Dimensions (H×W×D) | 28" × 29" × 14" |
| Folded Width (at narrowest) | 13" — single piece |
| Fold Method | Single-piece · 3 seconds · no disassembly |
| Airline Approved | Yes — removable lithium-ion battery |
| Color | Black |
Warranty
Six Southwest Florida Showrooms
The Feather Power Chair is available at all six MDS locations. For SW Florida's travel-active community — cruisers, seasonal travelers, frequent flyers — our specialists can discuss whether the Feather's 250 lb capacity and 18" seat width fit your specific situation, and how it compares to other ultralight power chairs we carry. Walk-ins welcome.
- Venice — 1180 Jacaranda Blvd · 941-497-2273
- Sarasota — 3672 Webber St · 941-923-7556
- Port Charlotte — 4265 Tamiami Trl., Unit E · 941-743-6644
- Fort Myers — #170 College Pkwy · 239-482-6111
- Naples — 13030 Livingston Rd. #2 · 239-529-2242
- North Port — 14824 S. Tamiami Trl. · 941-282-9676
📞 Nationwide: 866-218-0902 · Mon–Fri 9AM–5PM · Sat 9AM–3PM · support@medicaldepartmentstore.com
Product Specifications
| Weight Capacity | 242.5 lbs. |
| Product Weight | 33 lbs. |
| Seat Width | 17.72" |
| Seat Depth | 16.5" |
| Overall Width | 23.62" |
| Overall Length | 41.73" |
| Overall Height | 35" |
| Folded Depth | 28.35" |
| Folded Height | 28" |
| Folded Width | 13.39" |
| Front Wheel Size | 6" |
| Rear Wheel Size | 9.8" |
| Turning Radius | 47.24" |
| Max Climbing Angle | 6 degrees |
| Max Speed | 3.7 mph |
| Driving Range | 13 Miles |
| Battery Type | 24V 10.4Ah |
| Battery Weight | 2 lbs. |
| Warranty on Frame | One Year Limited |
| Warranty on Wearable Parts | Six Months Limited |
| Warranty on Batteries | Three Months Limited |

