Empulse R20 Review
A lightweight (around 4.5 kg / 9–10 lb) rear-mounted power assist that clips onto manual wheelchairs with 22–28 mm tubin. Designed specifically for caregivers pushing the chair, not for self-propelling users.It can fold with the wheelchair attached and uses a detachable lithium‑ion battery (\~1.4 kg) for easy transport.
It has never been so simple to assist the attendant pushing the wheelchair with the new Empulse R20 Review pushing aid. Whether travelling long distances or uphill or downhill, the Empulse R20 Review is useful in every circumstance. The lightweight Empulse R20, which weighs less than 5 kg and has a unique folding feature, makes wheelchair self-propulsion a breeze and virtually impactless.
Key Specs
Range: Approximately 9 miles (14 km) per charge.
Speed: Adjustable between \~1.2–3.1 mph (approx. 2–5 km/h) .
Maximum gradient support: Handles slopes up to about **10° (approx. 18%)** on ascent and 6° on descent.
Weight capacity: Supports up to \~170 kg (375 lb) .
Pros: Why It Stands Out
Very lightweight and portable : One of the lightest power‑assist units available. Great for storage and travel .
Folds with the chair: No need to detach when storing or transporting.
Easy plug‑and‑play: No tools needed to attach or detach; control system is straightforward (one‑button go, speed and battery display).
Ideal for urban & paved terrain, making caregiver assistance smoother and less tiring.
Features &
Benefits:
The ultra-light weight of the R20 and the stylish backpack allows easy handling, easy transport & also easy adaptation to nearly any wheelchair.
Power assist wheelchair add-on
Designed to fit on most self-propelled wheelchair
Extremely easy to fit and operate
Makes pushing and braking straightforward
Incredibly practical and versatile
Will not impede any wheelchair functions when attached
Simple, easy to use controls
