---
product_id: 883246
title: "Blue Streak Lightweight Wheelchair - Portable Folding Mobility Aid - Swing-Away Footrests - Desk Arms - Durable Steel Frame - Easy Transport & Storage - 18-Inch Seat"
brand: "drive medical"
price: "A$1519"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Drive Medical"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/883246-blue-streak-lightweight-wheelchair-portable-folding-mobility-aid-swing-away
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
---

# Solid, maintenance-free tires Swing-away & removable footrests 41.2 lbs lightweight steel frame Blue Streak Lightweight Wheelchair - Portable Folding Mobility Aid - Swing-Away Footrests - Desk Arms - Durable Steel Frame - Easy Transport & Storage - 18-Inch Seat

**Brand:** drive medical
**Price:** A$1519
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🦽 Own your independence with style and ease — mobility redefined!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Blue Streak Lightweight Wheelchair - Portable Folding Mobility Aid - Swing-Away Footrests - Desk Arms - Durable Steel Frame - Easy Transport & Storage - 18-Inch Seat by drive medical
- **How much does it cost?** A$1519 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/883246-blue-streak-lightweight-wheelchair-portable-folding-mobility-aid-swing-away)

## Best For

- drive medical enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted drive medical brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Caregiver Friendly:** Ergonomic push handles and swing-away footrests simplify assistance and mobility
- • **Durable & Dependable:** Sturdy steel frame with push-to-lock rear brakes ensures safety and long-lasting use
- • **Precision Maneuvering:** Single-axle frame and smooth-rolling solid wheels for tight indoor/outdoor navigation
- • **Comfort Meets Function:** Padded 18-inch seat with flip-back desk arms for easy transfers and workspace access
- • **Effortless Portability:** Compact fold-down to 12.5 inches for seamless transport & storage

## Overview

The Drive Medical Blue Streak Lightweight Wheelchair combines a durable 41.2-pound steel frame with smart design features like swing-away footrests, flip-back desk arms, and solid maintenance-free tires. Its compact fold and ergonomic handles make it ideal for professionals and seniors seeking reliable, comfortable mobility support that fits seamlessly into active lifestyles and tight spaces.

## Description

The Drive Medical Blue Streak Lightweight Wheelchair is designed to provide dependable, comfortable mobility support for adults and seniors seeking greater independence in their daily lives. Built with a durable steel frame and smooth-rolling wheels, this folding wheelchair delivers a stable, reliable ride whether used at home, in a care facility, or on-the-go. The lightweight design makes it easy for users or caregivers to maneuver, while the compact fold—down to just 12.5 inches wide—simplifies transport in a vehicle or storage in small spaces. A standout feature of the Blue Streak is its thoughtful, comfort-driven construction. The spacious padded seat provides the support needed for extended use, while the flip-back desk arms allow the user to pull up to tables, counters, or workspaces without obstruction. Swing-away footrests further enhance convenience, giving users greater control during transfers or when positioning themselves. These footrests are also fully removable for times when more legroom or mobility flexibility is needed. Safety and stability are built into every element of the design. The wheelchair is equipped with push-to-lock rear brakes that keep the chair securely in place when stopped, providing reassurance during transfers or when resting. Its solid, maintenance-free tires ensure a consistently smooth ride across indoor surfaces and level outdoor terrain. Since 2000, Drive Medical has proudly manufactured trusted medical equipment and homecare products that are used in homes and hospitals across the globe. We offer a wide range of products to support your family’s needs, from mobility to bath safety, from patient care to personal care. Our mission is simple: to enhance the lives of our customers with products that support safety, independence, and comfort. When you shop from Drive Medical, you’ll find unmatched quality, cutting-edge innovation, and products designed in partnership with clinical experts.

Review: Very well-made and sturdy, easy to maneuver - I was very impressed with the quality of this product considering the reasonable price. It arrived fully assembled except for the foot rests, which I didn’t even need so for me it was usable straight out of the box. Shipping was fast and everything was intact when it arrived. This chair is just the right size for maneuvering around a house with wide doorways, the only doorway it will not go through is a standard size door. It is lighter and seems a bit smaller than standard wheelchairs, but I don’t know if I would call it lightweight. But I suppose it would be a lot easier to get into the trunk of a car than a standard full-size wheelchair. It’s very maneuverable, it can turn on a dime which is great if you’re using it in your house where you don’t have a great deal of space to turn around. Highly recommend. Footnote: I forgot to add in my original review that the texture of the wheel that you use to operate the wheelchair is a little rough. I ended up having to wear fingerless gloves on my left hand after a few days. I suppose this is done to maximize your grip and I noticed that the grips on my walker are the same. I also had to adapt the walker handles with a cushion cover. However, this is really the only negative comment I have and it is for the manufacturers. This feature would not prevent me from purchasing this wheelchair.
Review: Gave me my life back. - Amazing! Absolute top quality for amazingly good price delivered quickly. No assembly required. Own my own chair for what it would cost to rent one in my local market for a few days. I am 6’1” 230# and 84 years old and can fold and unfold chair, swing footrests and armrests out of the way with ease. It is comfortable - nothing poking out - easy to roll and steer. Use tiny headlamp at night. Footplate for caregiver to rock chair back to go over curbs is brilliant and balance is perfection and safe. Highly recommended.

## Features

- Enhanced Mobility Support: The Drive Medical Blue Streak Lightweight Wheelchair provides effortless independence with swing-away footrests and smooth-rolling wheels for reliable daily use
- Comfort-Focused Design: Improve everyday comfort with this bold lightweight wheelchair, offering a supportive seat and flip-back desk arms for easy transfers and table access
- Reliable Everyday Performance: Count on consistent support from this medical wheelchair, featuring a sturdy steel frame, low-maintenance tires, and push handles for caregivers with ergonomic hand grips
- Smooth Maneuverability: Navigate tight spaces with confidence using this bold folding wheelchair, built with durable solid wheels and a stable single-axle frame for better indoor and outdoor control
- Enhancing Lives: Our mission at Drive Medical is to lead the world with innovative healthcare solutions that enhance lives

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B002VWK1TA |
| Best Sellers Rank | #9,622 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #1 in Self-Propelled Wheelchairs #1,044 in Sales & Deals |
| Date First Available | November 6, 2009 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 41.2 pounds |
| Item model number | BLS18FBD-SF |
| Manufacturer | Drive Medical |
| Product Dimensions | 36.2 x 31.6 x 11.2 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Drive Medical
- **Color:** Blue
- **Item Weight:** 41.25 Pounds
- **Product Dimensions:** 42"D x 36"W x 24"H
- **Style:** Swing Away Footrests

## Images

![Blue Streak Lightweight Wheelchair - Portable Folding Mobility Aid - Swing-Away Footrests - Desk Arms - Durable Steel Frame - Easy Transport & Storage - 18-Inch Seat - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71LueMtv7GL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: There's no way this chair weighs 7.6 lbs.  Does anyone know the actual weight of the chair?**
A: For those of you clearly unaware. This is classified as lightweight because it weighs under 50 lbs. When it comes to shipping & transporting 50lbs is the cutoff between a 2man vs 1 man lift.

**Q: Chair will no longer fold. Has anyone had this problem and how did you remedy it?**
A: I have experienced the problem,  For me, it was because the chair was folded so tight the two axle bolts interlockied when the wheel bolts overlapped in the folded position; the threads on the bolts interlocked and made it nearly impossible to pull apart.  You have to push the wheels apart to separate the bolts.  Heavy tape or rubber/synthetic bolt covers prevent this from happening.

**Q: I am a big girl. 250lbs. must use wheelchair for shopping, site seeing ie: zoo, parks, etc. will this chair hold me comfortably or break**
A: I’m 265-270 pounds and it seems to be holding me. Just purchased yesterday.

**Q: Why can’t this item be shipped to Hawaii?**
A: I send my brother things to the big island and it just has to go to the nearest post office/ mail service location closest to you that Amazon will allow,  try adding the different addresses (talk to the post office and make sure they do pick ups, I have a lot of addresses in my Amazon because of this kinda thing). My brother's wife has to drive to pick up a lot of different things though some items agree to send to their address,  it never delivers to them it just stops at whatever is closest when I do it that way then they sometimes drive further. Hawaii deliveries can be weird like that.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very well-made and sturdy, easy to maneuver
*by T***E on February 10, 2026*

I was very impressed with the quality of this product considering the reasonable price. It arrived fully assembled except for the foot rests, which I didn’t even need so for me it was usable straight out of the box. Shipping was fast and everything was intact when it arrived. This chair is just the right size for maneuvering around a house with wide doorways, the only doorway it will not go through is a standard size door. It is lighter and seems a bit smaller than standard wheelchairs, but I don’t know if I would call it lightweight. But I suppose it would be a lot easier to get into the trunk of a car than a standard full-size wheelchair. It’s very maneuverable, it can turn on a dime which is great if you’re using it in your house where you don’t have a great deal of space to turn around. Highly recommend. Footnote: I forgot to add in my original review that the texture of the wheel that you use to operate the wheelchair is a little rough. I ended up having to wear fingerless gloves on my left hand after a few days. I suppose this is done to maximize your grip and I noticed that the grips on my walker are the same. I also had to adapt the walker handles with a cushion cover. However, this is really the only negative comment I have and it is for the manufacturers. This feature would not prevent me from purchasing this wheelchair.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gave me my life back.
*by J***E on February 25, 2026*

Amazing! Absolute top quality for amazingly good price delivered quickly. No assembly required. Own my own chair for what it would cost to rent one in my local market for a few days. I am 6’1” 230# and 84 years old and can fold and unfold chair, swing footrests and armrests out of the way with ease. It is comfortable - nothing poking out - easy to roll and steer. Use tiny headlamp at night. Footplate for caregiver to rock chair back to go over curbs is brilliant and balance is perfection and safe. Highly recommended.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great chair
*by D***S on February 23, 2026*

Easy to use. Light-weight. Works perfectly as a transfer chair. Especially since my dad REFUSED to use it.... He is also 6'3" all legs. He is a tall man, about 213lbs. He does sit comfortably. Chairnis also slim enough to get into our thin doors.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-04*