Ottobock Skippi Paediatric Power Wheelchair
The Skippi power wheelchair supports children’s independence and their urge to explore. Power options available includes power back angle adjustment, power seat tilt and power seat height adjustment.
The Skippi also has the options of:
- Special and environmental controls
- Combining the base frame/chassis with various modular seating systems (Leckey Squiggles seating system, Leckey Mygo seating system).
Features:
Easy to transport
Travelling with a power wheelchair? No problem with the Skippi. You can take the wheelchair apart quickly and easily for transportation in the boot of a regular compact car.
Use with various seating systems
Various seating systems, such as the Squiggles system, are available as options for the Skippi in order to provide the child with optimum support while sitting.
Special controls
Not all children are able to operate a power wheelchair with a standard controller. This is why the Skippi can be equipped with numerous alternative special and environmental controls, tailored precisely to the needs of your child.
Technical specifications
| Max user weight | 50 kg |
| Speeds | 6 km/h |
| Distance driving range (approximately) | 25 km |
| Climbing ability | 12% |
| Obstacle height the wheelchair is able to overcome | 60 mm |
| Overall width | 590 mm |
| Overall length (including footplates) | 870 mm |
| Minimum turning radius | 680 mm |
| Seat width | 300mm – 380 mm |
| Seat depth | 280mm – 380 mm |
| Floor to seat height | 445 mm |
| Arm support height | 160–230 mm |
| Lower leg length | 150mm – 380 mm |
| Back height | 340–460 mm |
| Back angle | -9° to 30° |
| Seat tilt | 25° mechanical / 20° power |
| Power seat height adjustment (optional) | 200 mm |
| Seat inclination | 0° | 3° | 6° |
| Weight when empty | 66.5kg |
Warranty Information
The Ottobock Skippi power wheelchair is under warranty for 24 months. The frame has a 48 month warranty. Exclusions to the warranty include normal wear & tear, including e.g. tires, casters, ball bearings, textile covers, arm support pads, carbon brushes, lights), Force majeure and use for sports activities.
The Ottobock Skippi power wheelchair is under warranty for 24 months. The frame has a 48 month warranty. Exclusions to the warranty include normal wear & tear, including e.g. tires, casters, ball bearings, textile covers, arm support pads, carbon brushes, lights), Force majeure and use for sports activities.
Product Compliance with Relevant Standards
The Ottobock Skippi has been tested to and complies with the following standards:
- AS/NZS 3696.32:2013
ARTG Certificate: 292876
