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480F160=1_C - Active use wheelchairs

Zenit product range


Are you searching for a high-end wheelchair for active use? If so, the Zenit super lightweight manual wheelchair range is exactly the right choice. All models in this wheelchair line combine a minimalist design with high driving stability, transforming all energy directly into motion.

Are you searching for a high-end wheelchair for active use? If so, the Zenit super lightweight manual wheelchair range is exactly the right choice. All models in this wheelchair line combine a minimalist design with high driving stability, transforming all energy directly into motion.

The Zenit model offers the flexibility of a folding wheelchair while also featuring the look and driving characteristics of a rigid frame wheelchair thanks to the patented Easy-Go folding system. With its rigid axle and components optimised for weight, the Zenit R rigid frame wheelchair offers even more stability. For those looking for even more, both models are available in the CLT version with permanently welded components. Maximum stability with maximum efficiency.

Max. body weight120 kg
ActivitiesDaily use, Rehab
User groupwomen, men, adults, elderly, youths
All specifications
Benefits at a glance

Zenit product range – more models, more possibilities

Ottobock Zenit carbon wheelchair for active use
Zenit

The Zenit is a folding wheelchair for active use, but it features the look and driving characteristics of a rigid frame wheelchair. Thanks to the patented Easy-Go folding system, it can be unfolded easily. The folding mechanism and the folding back support constitute an unbeatable combination for obtaining a small transportation size.

White Ottobock Zenit CLT wheelchair for active use
Zenit CLT

In addition to its innovative folding system, the Zenit CLT features permanently welded components for even more stable driving characteristics. The centre of gravity, back support and front wheel attachment are permanently welded, as are the brake connection and side panel mounting of the open frame wheelchair.

Blue Ottobock Zenit R wheelchair for active use in aluminum
Zenit R

If you are looking for a rigid frame wheelchair, the Zenit R is a great choice. This wheelchair for active use stands out for its low weight and a rigid axle. All energy is transformed directly into motion, tremendously improving the quality of the driving characteristics. Numerous adjustment options also permit optimal adaptation for even greater comfort and make the Zenit R an uncompromising wheelchair for active use.

Anthracite Ottobock Zenit R CLT wheelchair for active use
Zenit R CLT

With its rigid axle and permanently welded components, the Zenit R rigid frame wheelchair in the CLT version offers even more stability. As with the Zenit CLT, the centre of gravity, back support and front wheel attachment are permanently welded, as are the brake connection and side panel mounting – for maximum stability and efficiency while driving.

User Experience

Always focusing on design

The “completely normal craziness” of the architect’s office, his work as an expert appraiser and seminar activities is what drives Frank, an architect, to put in his best performance every day. He has been using a wheelchair since a traffic accident. When planning the designs for an accessible building project, he incorporates his own experiences in the process. “Even if we in Germany are still far behind other countries, the issue of accessibility is becoming increasingly important in our country’s public sector – and that’s how it should be.” His Zenit wheelchair for active use is always along for the ride, which Frank says “works best when you notice it least.” The handy folding mechanism provides him with maximum flexibility in his hectic daily life – while driving, manoeuvring or loading.

Nothing is impossible

As a nature lover who was born in Bavaria, Anna loves the mountains. She participated in sports starting at a young age before she discovered her passion for outrigger skiing. “It started with my ambition and the desire to work my way up to the top. I also tried other sports along the way, such as swimming. It quickly became clear that monoskiing was the best fit for me, so I began putting all my effort and focus into that.” But thanks to her ambition, the former professional athlete never had to force herself to train. She worked specifically on muscle development several times a week in her customised Zenit CLT. Anna’s life continues to be all about her busy schedule. She travels a lot. A wheelchair that’s part of her daily routine needs to be flexible and lightweight. Her Zenit CLT meets these exact criteria, which is why Anna can’t imagine her life without it now. Thanks to its low weight, it is also easy to handle while loading.

Let’s get moving!

The vivacious, adventurous Italian studies languages and spends every free minute in the half pipe, despite having congenital cerebral palsy. This action-packed sport makes her feel alive. Ilaria knows no barriers, no limits. "Discovering and redefining my own limits is important to me." She counts on her Zenit R in everyday life: “My Zenit R is adapted to my needs and is my reliable best buddy in day-to-day life. The selected components and the fact that the wheelchair transmits forces so efficiently boost my endurance, despite my sporty driving style.” Aside from a cool design, stability is also important to Ilaria. That’s why she chose the robust aluminum variant of the Zenit R.

Travelling in style

Sandra, a charming, petite native of Vienna who has been paralysed from a very young age due to a viral infection, lives by the motto “Life is what you make it”. Aside from teaching, she loves wheelchair dancing at her club most of all. It’s an activity that combines athleticism and elegance. “I like to surround myself with beautiful things. So a stylish life with premium materials, outstanding workmanship and options tailored to my needs are important to me.” This is exactly why Sandra drives a Zenit R carbon with the style package, which offers various colour accents on her wheelchair.

Enjoying freedom and staying the course

Lasse is a free spirit who loves the adventure of sailing. “My urge to make new discoveries paired with my passion for sports has already taken me to the other side of the world. On land, the lightweight Zenit R supports my urge for freedom and gives me the flexibility I need in my active day-to-day life.” Even though he has HMSN, a genetic condition that affects motor function and sensation in his legs, sailing has been a big part of Lasse’s life from a young age. He has already sailed at European and World Championships in his single-person keelboat, and he took part in the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio. Lasse seeks battle with the elements in sports. In everyday life, he relies on the outstanding properties of his Zenit R. As a mechanical engineering student, he appreciates the precise construction, functional design and robust workmanship of his rigid frame wheelchair.

Specifications

Product information

Max. body weight120 kg
ActivitiesDaily use, Rehab
User groupwomen, men, adults, elderly, youths
Frame materialAluminium, Carbon
Product typeManual wheelchairs

Product Data

DescriptionZenitZenit CLTZenit RZenit R CLT
Seat width320 - 460 mm320 - 460 mm320 - 460 mm
Seat depth360 - 500 mm360 - 500 mm360 - 500 mm360 – 500 mm
Overall length640 - 1,040 mm640 - 1,040 mm640 - 1,040 mm
Overall width495 - 710 mm495 - 710 mm495 - 710 mm495 – 710 mm
Overall height620 - 1,050 mm620 - 1,050 mm620 - 1,050
Back height250 - 500 mm250 - 300 mm250 - 500 mm250 – 500 mm
Lower leg length280 - 510 mm280 - 510 mm280 - 510 mm280 – 510 mm
Max. load120 kg100 kg120 kg100 kg
Total weight8.9 kg7.9 kg7.4 kg
Front frame angle70°, 80°70°, 80°70°, 80°70°, 80°
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476D00Seating
The Baxx back support, which is divided into the aluminium (AL) back series and the aluminium flat top (AFT) back series, provides posterior as well as lateral support for the upper body. Five back lengths and three back contours (depths) as well as eleven back widths are available to choose from. This means there are over 160 possible combinations available to serve individual requirements. A special highlight is being able to freely select the colour of the back support. The back support system is designed for mounting on a broad range of Ottobock as well as third-party wheelchairs.
The Baxx back support, which is divided into the aluminium (AL) back series and the aluminium flat top (AFT) back series, provides posterior as well as lateral support for the upper body. Five back lengths and three back contours (depths) as well as eleven back widths are available to choose from. This means there are over 160 possible combinations available to serve individual requirements. A special highlight is being able to freely select the colour of the back support. The back support system is designed for mounting on a broad range of Ottobock as well as third-party wheelchairs.