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Karman Star 2 Ultra Lightweight Compact Wheelchair review
Best for everyday self-propelling on a tight budget. A compact self-propelled wheelchair that weighs 28 lbs, folds to 12 in wide and comes in 16 or 18 in seat widths.
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Model: MD-STAR2
Brand: Karman
- Weight 28 lbs without riggings
- Capacity 250 lbs
- Seat width 16 or 18 in
- Seat depth 17 in
- Seat height 19 in
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Pros and cons
What I like
- Low price for a 28 lb chair
- Folds to 12 in wide
- Two seat widths
What could be better
- 250 lb weight limit
- Short 6-month warranty
Full specifications
| Model | MD-STAR2 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Karman |
| Type | Lightweight & Folding |
| Weight | 28 lbs without riggings |
| Capacity | 250 lbs |
| Seat width | 16 or 18 in |
| Seat depth | 17 in |
| Seat height | 19 in |
| Folded width | 12 in |
| Best for | Everyday self-propelling on a tight budget |
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