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Ki Mobility · Lightweight folding · MW-009
Ki Mobility Catalyst 5 folding ultralight wheelchair
The Ki Mobility Catalyst 5 is a folding ultralight wheelchair in 7000-series aluminium. Standard weight is 23 lb, with a transport weight of 12.8 lb once footrests and rear wheels are off. It carries 300 lb, or 350 lb in heavy duty form, has a long options list and can be combined with power-assist devices.
- Chair weight
- 23 lb (10.4 kg)
- Max user weight
- 300 lb (350 lb heavy duty)
- Seat widths
- 14 to 22 in
- Seat depths
- 14 to 20 in
Ki Mobility Catalyst 5 key features
- Folding frame in 7000-series aluminium
- Transport weight 12.8 lb without footrests and rear wheels
- Heavy duty version rated to 350 lb
- Centre of gravity adjusts from 0.5 to 3.5 in in quarter-inch steps
- Camber of 0, 2 or 4 degrees
- Transit approved
Who the Ki Mobility Catalyst 5 suits
For active users who need a chair that folds, for a small car boot or tight storage at home, yet still want adjustable balance and camber. The heavy duty frame extends it to users up to 350 lb.
Figures for comparing
- Weight
- 10.4 kg (22.9 lb)
- Max user weight
- 136.1 kg (300 lb). 300 lb standard; 350 lb heavy duty
The same units on every product, converted from the specifications below. Where a source gives two limits, the lower one is shown.
Ki Mobility Catalyst 5 specifications
| Chair weight | 23 lb (10.4 kg) |
|---|---|
| Transport weight | 12.8 lb (5.8 kg), without footrests and rear wheels |
| Max user weight | 300 lb (350 lb heavy duty) |
| Seat widths | 14 to 22 in |
| Seat depths | 14 to 20 in |
| Frame | 7000-series aluminium, folding |
| Front seat height | 13.5 to 21 in |
| Rear seat height | 11.5 to 19.5 in |
| Camber | 0, 2 or 4 degrees |
| Compatibility | Power-assist devices |
| Maker country | USA |
| Brand | Ki Mobility |
| Category | Everyday manual wheelchairs, Lightweight folding |
| Catalog ID | MW-009 |
Compared with the source page on 5 October 2026. Details can change, so we confirm them in your quote. Open the source page.
Ki Mobility Catalyst 5: common questions
Does the Catalyst 5 fold?
Yes. The Catalyst 5 is a folding-frame wheelchair, with a transport weight of 12.8 lb when the footrests and rear wheels are removed.
What is the Catalyst 5 weight capacity?
The standard frame is rated for 300 lb and the heavy duty frame for 350 lb.
Can the Catalyst 5 be used in a vehicle?
The maker lists the Catalyst 5 as transit approved.
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All partsTheir source pages name this model or this brand. We confirm the fit for your chair before quoting.
USD 19.99 per 4-pack (Wheelchair Bearings)
608 8 mm ABEC-5 Caster Bearings (4-Pack)
Caster bearings. A four-pack of 608 bearings with rubber seals for caster wheels on an 8 mm axle.
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