Broda Vanguard 985 Bariatric Tilt Recliner Wheelchair / Bariatric Positioning and Pressure Management

Broda Vanguard Bariatric Tilt Recliner Wheelchair — Tilt-in-Space Positioning Wheelchair Rated to 600 lb

The Vanguard Tilt Recliner, manufactured by Broda, is a bariatric positioning wheelchair built to accommodate users up to 600 lb. It combines tilt-in-space functionality, positioning support, and maneuverability for everyday care, with a no-lift foot pump for tilt and assisted back recline. Its open-front design allows easier in-chair incontinence care, reducing the need for multiple transfers through the day.

Comfort Tension Seating provides pressure redistribution and airflow for supportive comfort during extended seating. The no-lift tilt is operated by an ergonomic foot pump, and assisted recline supports repositioning without restraints. Removable supports and arm supports facilitate one-person side transfers, the concave back accommodates the gluteal shelf, handles support safe transfers, and customizable upper lateral body support with removable lateral shoulder supports adapts the chair to the user.

Broda positions the Vanguard for bariatric care in facility and home settings, supporting daily activities, seated participation, and pressure management during extended seating. The 16-gauge powder-coated tubular steel frame rides on front total-lock casters and rear multi-directional locking casters, and the non-porous, fluid-resistant surface cleans and disinfects easily. Specifiers should select seat width, depth, seat surface height, and back height from the published ranges and consider the optional WC19 transportation package if occupied transport is required.

Key Benefits:

• Bariatric capacity: Built to accommodate users up to 600 lb (272 kg), with seat widths from 24" to 30".
• No-lift tilt: Tilt is operated by an ergonomic foot pump, with assisted recline for repositioning without restraints.
• Pressure management: Comfort Tension Seating provides pressure redistribution and airflow during extended seating.
• Fewer transfers: The open-front design allows easier in-chair incontinence care, and removable supports facilitate one-person side transfers.
• Adaptable support: Customizable upper lateral body support with removable lateral shoulder supports, and a concave back that accommodates the gluteal shelf.
• Easy cleaning: The non-porous, fluid-resistant surface cleans and disinfects easily.

Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Broda
• Model: Vanguard Bariatric Wheelchair (Tilt Recliner), model 985
• Tilt Angle: Up to 10° anterior, up to 30° posterior
• Recline Angle: Up to 45°
• Weight Capacity: Up to 600 lb (272 kg)
• Seat Widths: 24" (61 cm), 26" (66 cm), 28" (72 cm), 30" (77 cm)
• Seat Depths: 21" (54 cm), 23" (59 cm)
• Seat Surface Heights: 20" (51 cm), 21" (54 cm), 22" (56 cm), 23" (59 cm), 24" (61 cm)
• Back Heights: 32" (82 cm), 34" (87 cm), 36" (92 cm), 38" (97 cm), 40" (102 cm)
• Wheels: Front total-lock casters 6" (16 cm); rear multi-directional locking casters 8" (21 cm)
• Frame Material: 16-gauge powder-coated tubular steel frame
• Adjustability: Removable lateral shoulder supports; adjustable elevating leg support; height-adjustable and removable arm supports

Applications:

• Bariatric care in facility and home settings, supporting daily activities, seated participation, and pressure management during extended seating, per Broda

Compatibility & Accessories:

• Optional WC19 transportation package, with front and rear tie-down brackets, a seat belt, and front aluminum caster wheels, for crash-tested occupied transport