Forcemech · Power wheelchair specs
Forcemech ARK specs
Short answer
Forcemech says the ARK weighs 90 lb with battery, carries up to 330 lb and goes up to 15 mi on a charge. Its lithium battery works out to 384 Wh, over the 300 Wh FAA limit for mobility-aid batteries.
- List price $7,198
- Folds Comes apart
What are the ARK's specs?
| Spec | Published figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Weight with battery | 90 lb | Forcemech ARK page |
| Weight capacity | 330 lb | Forcemech ARK page |
| Range per charge | 15 mi | Forcemech ARK page |
| Top speed | 4 mph | Forcemech ARK page |
| Turning radius | 39 in | Forcemech ARK page |
| Overall width | 24.5 in | Forcemech ARK page |
| Ground clearance | 1.5 in | Retailer listing (Hieline) |
| Steepest slope | 9° | Forcemech ARK page |
| Highest obstacle | 1.5 in | Forcemech ARK page |
| Seat | 19 in x 18 in | Forcemech ARK page |
| Frame warranty | 5 years (frame) | Forcemech ARK page |
| Price | $7,198 | Forcemech ARK page |
Not published: weight without battery, heaviest single piece.
Weight: Listed as 90 lb chair weight; the page does not say whether the 8 lb battery is included.
Range: Up to 15 mi at 150 lb.
Folding: Comes apart in 2 pieces (retailer).
Can you fly with the ARK?
- Battery: Lithium-ion, 24 V, 16 Ah. That is 384 Wh per battery, over the FAA's 300 Wh limit.
US airlines follow DOT/FAA rules for lithium batteries on mobility devices: each battery may be up to 300 Wh; a passenger may carry one spare up to 300 Wh or two spares up to 160 Wh each. Always confirm with your airline. More on flying with a power wheelchair.
Is the ARK FDA cleared?
We found no 510(k) for this model under the brand's name in FDA's database. Many folding chairs are cleared under the factory's name, so ask the seller for the K number.
Searched FDA's 510(k) database on November 8, 2026.
Recalls: No recall for this model appeared in the most recent FDA powered-wheelchair recalls we reviewed. We have not yet reviewed the full recall history.
Where do the published figures disagree?
- Forcemech lists slope capacity of 9° and climbing capacity of 10°.
- Motor count differs: 300 W x 2 on Forcemech's page, 300 W on a retailer's page.
Ask the seller to confirm these before you buy.
Where do these figures come from?
- Forcemech ARK page, read November 8, 2026
- Retailer listing (Hieline) (retailer), read November 8, 2026
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