Craftsmen (2) In (1) 550XL Carrier

The Craftsmen (2) in (1) 550 xl carrier's loading ramp is 33" wide by 64" long providing a gradual slope for easy loading of your scooter or wheelchair. A solid position handle on the ramp allows for easy folding and unfolding and tie down straps are included with rubber coated hooks which can be hooked onto any of the 10 tie down holes featured on the 4 1/4" tall ramp sides. The ramp is easily attached even after the carrier has been attached to the vehicle making the installation very easy. The rear of the carrier has 2 reflectors for greater visibility at night. The Craftsmen (2) in (1) 550 xl carrier wheelchair and scooter carrier features a 2 section ramp that folds up and out into 3 different positions. The first position keeps the ramp folded flat to the carrier surface and held down with a spring pull pin. The folded flat position is to keep the ramp self stored and secured when the carrier is folded up. The second ramp position allows the ramp to stand upright when a scooter or wheelchair is on the carrier. The ramp is held vertically in place with a spring pull pin. The last position is the ramp unfolded. This position allows for scooters or power wheelchairs to be pushed or driven up the ramp. Please note: your scooter or wheelchair must be unoccupied when loading the Craftsmen (2) in (1) 550 xl carrier. The Craftsmen (2) in (1) 550 xl carrier folds easily with a simple pull of a hitch pin and unlike most can be parked with the simple pull of hand plunger. This feature allow you to save space when parking in car ports, garages, or parking lots! The Craftsmen (2) in (1) 550 xl carrier has a heavy duty weight capacity of 400 pounds and is constructed of a high grade steel with a superior powder coat finish to protect it from the elements. The photo to the left show the simple action of the pull handle positioned in a easy location allowing the Craftsmen (2) in (1) 550 xl carrier to simply fold upright flush against the vehicle as shown in the photo above. The photo to the right shows the gear and plunger. This is the key that makes the Craftsmen (2) in (1) 550 xl carrier so simple to use. The gear & plunger provides an easy smooth lift when folding it flat against the vehicle. This plunger also removes any space, gaps and play that most all other carriers and trailers would normally experience. The Craftsmen (2) in (1) 550 xl carrier is equipped with spring loaded quick locking pin lock's for locking the loading ramp into its three different positions. The surface of the Craftsmen (2) in (1) 550 carrier xl is a heavy duty steel mesh with 1" square support tubes underneath that will not bend or flex from the weight of your scooter or wheelchair. The Craftsmen (2) in (1) 550 xl carrier is built with the highest quality material resulting in the highest quality carrier for hauling your expensive mobility scooter / wheelchair. The Craftsmen (2) in (1) 550 xl carrier has a ramp a full 33" wide and is made from a strong lightweight alloy and has a durable exterior finish that resists scratches and corrosion. This structure also offers a amazing 400 pound weight capacity, that is more than five times the weight of the Craftsmen (2) in (1) 550 carrier. Note: altho5e many users use the Craftsmen (2) in (1) 550 xl carrier to transport their smaller scooters and wheelchairs the Craftsmen xl was designed and developed mostly for` larger scooters and wheelchairs their for only works on a vehicle with a class three (iii) or class four (ii4i) hitch with a minimum 300 lb tongue weight.

(Set Of Four) Quick set ratchet tie downs

The Craftsmen (2) in (1) 550 xl offers a (set of four) quick set fast ratchet tie downs set that have a capacity of 2,000 pounds. The quick ratchet feature allows you to secure your scooter/wheelchair in just seconds. There is also a instant quick release lever that removes all tension instantly when you are ready to use or remove your scooter/wheelchair off the Craftsmen (2) in (1) 550 xl.

Please note: the 2,000 pounds referenced above 1is strictly referring to the straps capacity (not the carrier)

All weather heavy duty durable nylon cover.

The Craftsmen (2) in (1) 550 xl also comes with a all weather heavy duty nylon cover that is available in small, medium & large. This cover protects your scooter / wheelchair from rain, snow, road objects and even the hot sun. The large would be for large 3 & 4 wheel scooters. Rarely would you select the large for a wheelchair although if you should have an abnormally large wheelchair then the large size would be appropriate. The medium is the most common use for most all power wheelchairs and mid size scooters. The small is strictly for lightweight small portable scooters. Supporting the carrier is the heavy duty 2" hitch tube which features 4 bolts and a safety pin underneath to allow the hitch tube to be removed from the carrier. The hitch tube has a 5/8" hitch pin hole for securing the carrier to your vehicle and will work on class iii, or iv hitches. A bolt fitted underneath the folding hitch tube allows you to level the carrier so that the pin holes line up to secure the carrier in the unfolded position. The distance between the hitch pin hole and the carrier is 13 7/8" unfolded and when the carrier is folded the distance is 4 3/4".