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Karman Healthcare

Karman 24 pounds LT-980 Ultra Lightweight Wheelchair Black

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Style: Gen 1


Features

  • Seat Width: 18" x 16", Fixed armrest. Overall Length : 28 inch. Folded Height 29 inch
  • Swing In/Away Removable Footrest, Adjustable Height Footplates with heel loops
  • Backrest Pouch attached to the upholstery, Folding backrest and folding seat for easy traveling
  • 61 Polyurethane solid front casters, 22" x 1 3/8 rear wheels, flat free polyurethane
  • The braking mechanism is very conveniently located for the person sitting in the chair and within easy reach. The LT-980 incorporates handbrakes at the wheel of the chair so the user could engage them if needed

Description

Karman Healthcare continues to innovate and pioneer the ultra lightweight wheelchair category by offering the LT-980 series. At just about 24 pounds without footrest, the LT-980 series continues to push the envelope in design, function, and appeal for non custom, ultra lightweight wheelchairs. Utilizing the lightest, yet strongest aluminum, the LT-980 is equipped with standard features suitable for almost any daily wheelchair user that is looking to save weight, but maintain a certain budget in mind. The foldable, compact frame allows any family member or companion to lift and store the item just about anywhere. Comfort is also considered behind the design by including a padded nylon upholstery which is easy to clean, and maintain. An additional comfort feature includes the padded desk length armpads for ease of use when sitting at a desk, or table. The height adjustable footrest allow for a near perfect fit, for users between five feet, and up to six feet tall. Natural fit handrims which allow for a more contoured feel are also equipped standard, as well as solid, poly urethane 22 inch rear wheels, and 6 inch front casters that allow the chair to be utilized on just about any surface. Seatbelt included for additional safety Built in pouch located on back upholstery Easy to use removable height adjustable footrest Solid Polyurethane 22 inch rear wheels and 6 inch front casters, Seat width: 18″x 16″ Ultra lightweight design, weighs only 24 pounds without footrest Adjustable Height Footplates with heel loops. Weight Capacity of 250 lbs

Brand: Karman Healthcare


Color: Black


Item Weight: 24 Pounds


Style: Gen 1


Product Dimensions: 28"D x 26"W x 38"H


Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13 x 31 x 32 inches; 24 Pounds


Item model number ‏ : ‎ LT-980


Date First Available ‏ : ‎ July 24, 2010


Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Karman Healthcare


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Customer Reviews: 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (1,352)


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    • Impressed with this WC, very lightweight but does not feel flimsy
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Lightweight and having the handles fold down makes it easier to fit into my CRV. Well-made, we have another WC that is lightweight but the handles do not fold down so it is more difficult to maneuver. It does need an add-on pad for more comfortable use
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Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2025 by Frank A. Vander Stoep
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This is my first wheel chair. I can still stand and walk, just not very long and not very far:-) I went to a local store that sells all kinds of wheel chairs but their basic manual models, the back did not fold down, and the wheels are plastic spoke, I was not impressed! Not to mention the price was higher than this Karman model and they weighed more. Since the back folds down it is easy to load in the SUV without having to lay it down. I have used it a few times in stores that don't have electric "mart carts" and it is very comfortable and easy to use. I think it's GREAT! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2025 by Charles K.
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This wheelchair is awesome. So light and easy to fold. It’s perfect for my blind 87 year old momma. The one star is because the color is not accurate. I thought the tires were blue; and yes the color is important. I can’t send it back for the wheels because it would be complicated for me to do. Honestly I wish I would have purchased through a an actual med store because of this reason. I’m very disappointed in the company for the lack of detail. The picture looks blue. The wheels are not blue they are gray. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2025 by Liane Beauchamp Liane Beauchamp
    • If you are looking for a light wheelchair this is it. 19 in wide.
Style: Gen 1
If I had the extra money, I would purchase another one. Very sturdy and light. I am 71 my husband is wheelchair bound. He is 6 foot and 210 lbs. I live in a small ranch home and the doorways are narrow. This chair easily fits thru doorways. Very easy to push. And the wheels allow my husband more freedom to go in and out rooms with out my help. I have a transport wheelchair for the car that I am able to lift. But, this wheelchair would fit in my car easier and is just as light. i can lift it easily. May purchase again when I can. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2025 by Amazon Customer
    • I did not get what was described on Amazon
Style: Gen 1
This is a difficult review to write. Over the years I have usually got what I paid for but not for the Kaman wheelchair. In fact, it is so bad that because of safety concerns and lack of missing features given in the Amazon website for the product, I will dispose of it. This does not relate to Amazon but rather the company that created the product description writeup, Amazon is jus the middleman, so to speak, for selling what is presented. I might add, that the material used to make the wheelchair can be rated as five stars, since the metal parts are really the best quality but everything else stands as one star. The reason for one star will be explained next. I have taken the description detail features for the 980 Karman wheelchair directly from the Amazon website and compared them to the actual wheelchair features: Fixed armrest with wide cushioned arm pads: >No cushioned arm pads, just bare hard plastic. Swing in/away removable footrest, adjustable height footplates with heel loops. Back height: 19 inches. >No heel loops, just a flat plate that would allow feet to slip off the back of the plate. Seat width according to the Amazon description: 18”x16” >Seat actually is: 16”x16”. The braking mechanism is very conveniently located for the person sitting in the chair since it’s on the left-hand side and within easy reach. The LT-980 had incorporates handbrakes at the wheel of the chair so that the user could activate them if needed. (The above is presented exactly as printed in the Amazon website.) >This is referring to two braking mechanisms. The first one is supposed to be something on the left side of the chair. There is nothing there. >The second mechanism is a lever on each side of the chair just to the right and left of the front of the seat area. When they are pushed forward, they press a bar against their respective tires. They will stop the wheels from moving if continued pressure is maintained to hold then forward. >There could be a problem in getting out of the wheelchair. Since there is no hand brake and you cannot hold pressure against the tires with the levers while getting up, the wheelchair could move making getting up creating a possible dangerous situation. Another statement made in the Amazon description of the LT-980 features refers to the comfort behind the padded nylon upholstery. This refers to the seat cushion, which is just several layers of nylon attached to the sides of the chair. There is no firm (stiff) surface to sit on. The following is from the 'Guide' provided with the wheelchair (not related to Amazon website): The ‘User Guide’ that came with the Karman LT-980 is rather limited in it’s information. First, the cover shows that it applies to 13 Karman models. Page 2 of the ‘Guide’ shows the specifications of what I assume is a typical Kaman wheelchair. However, it shows a wheel lock that does not apply to the 980. On pages 3 and 4 of the ‘Guide’ are assembly instructions. Pages 5 and 6 are some accessories that can be ordered. Pages 7 and 8 are Safety Tips and maintenance recommendations. Under Safety Tips there are some tips on Footrests, but I could not understand anything written. Under the caption ‘Opening and Folding the wheelchair’ there is a tip not to place your fingers between the seat sling and the frame rail when opening or folding the wheelchair. >My LT-980 does not have a seat sling. To close my wheelchair I have to put one hand on the front of the seat and the other hand on the back of the seat and pull up. >Lots of tips on wheel locks but the 980 does not have that ability to lock wheels. And last, but not least, to get a warranty or to register the Kaman wheelchair, it is necessary for fill out an 8x11 form, supplied by Kaman, and mail it to California. They supply the address. It asks for a lot of personal data. In my case it could be difficult to do it since the form came taped to a box. P.S. Sorry but I am not able to produce photos or a video. In the wheelchair's present condition, especially with no wheel lock, I could not give it to anyone for safety reasons. I certainly did not get my money value out of this product. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2023 by Leod Mann
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I needed a light weight model that didn’t take up much space. This is 24lbs. It was the cheapest lightweight model. It went together quickly. The only problem I had was the brake handles were so tight that it was difficult to lock. My son adjusted them so that they were not so rigid. Problem solved. I did order a side pocket for my phone and drink. I would suggest a pad if you are going to spend any amount of time sitting in it. The leg attachments are removable and adjustable. It has a seatbelt. I am 5ft tall and weigh 130. It fits me perfectly. Someone taller might not fit so well. I felt it was a good solution for my situation. Its small enough to fit in any space and it has a tight turning radius. ... show more
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