Portable wheelchair ramps are designed in th way they can be very portable, they will easily fold up, roll up, or dismantled and can be transported where ever you go. They are constructed from lightweight materials such as aluminum to make them as light as possible and easy to carry around.

Portable Wheelchair Ramp Types

Thereare 3 main types of wheelchair ramps as follows:

1. Folding Portable Wheelchair Ramps: There four basic types of folding ramps, the most basic is a folding ramp  into a neat and small package. These style of ramps are great for around the house or travelling and are very portable. Folding wheelchair ramps can further be divided into the following:
   • Single Fold Portable Wheelchair Ramp: they fold along the longest length down the centre and are very fast to set up and easy to transport around.
   • Dual Fold Portable Wheelchair Ramps: They fold an additional time compared to the single fold ramp and can be longer and wider due to the extra fold. When fully folded they are more cmpact than single fold ramps.
   • Tri Fold Portable Wheelchair Ramps: Such portable ramps, which fold three times, can be used for many applications. By there nature these ramps will fold even smaller and are easier to transport around.
2. Roll-up Portable Wheelchair Ramps: These ramps dont actually fold but rollup its a ver compact package that can be carried with ease. Great for limited storage, transportation and in the home use.
3. Suitcase Portable Wheelchair Ramps: When folded up they remind you of a suitcase and are actually carried in the same manner.

1. What type of used or second ramps are available
2. How and where will you be using the ramp
3. Size and shape of the ramp
4. Operating the ramp safely

After decidng what the correct used wheelchair ramp is you can safely look online.

Factors to Consider When Purchasing a Used Wheelchair Ramp:

1. Where will the used wheelchair ramp be located? Generally ramps are used to climb up curbs, enter a doorway or a step or even loading and unloading out of a van. If your ramp is located at a public entrance you will need consider other users to the building, so its recommended not to use a portable ramp. If you need to carry around your used wheelchair ramp you need to consider the weight, look for a lightweight compact ramp.
2. Where will you store the wheelchair ramp? Decide where to store the wheelchair ramp when it’s not in use. Some designs of ramps can be stored in the trunk of the car. The size of your storage  area will determine what ramp you wil buy.
3. What type of ramp will suit your needs? Do you want a permanent or portable used ramp.
4. What is the weight capacity of the ramp? What type of length and height do you need?
5. Do you need a non-slip surface on the ramp?
6. Finally, what pric are you willing to pay for a used wheelchair ramp?