Drive DeVilbiss Introduces the Panther Heavy-Duty 4-Wheel Scooter


Port Washington, NY – March 8, 2017

Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare introduced the Panther Heavy-Duty 4-Wheel Scooter to its Power Mobility line today.

The Panther offers a number of outstanding features to provide the user with a smooth and comfortable driving experience, including front and rear suspension with pneumatic tires, easy freewheel mode, one‐touch tiller positioning adjustment and ergonomic delta control handles for easy steering and throttle control.

"The Panther Heavy Duty scooter is a perfect retail scooter option for providers looking to diversify their business through retail products that are not impacted by reimbursement changes," said Brandon Sykes, Product Manager of Power Mobility and Manual Wheelchairs. "The Panther scooter offers modern styling and features that are comfortable and safe for the user."

For optimal comfort, the Panther has multiple customizable features like a height-adjustable captain's seat with a fold-down, reclining backrest, adjustable headrest, and flip-back, angle adjustable armrests. The safety and convenience features include anti‐tip wheels, positioning belt, and dual rear view mirrors; extra-bright LED headlights, parking lights and turn signals for visibility; and a large front plastic basket with carry handle.

The scooter has a weight capacity of 425 pounds, a top speed of 8 miles per hour and an estimated range of 25 miles. The total weight of the scooter is 264 pounds and offers either a 20- or 22-inch wide seat.

For more information on the Panther Heavy Duty 4‐Wheel Scooter and the Drive DeVilbiss Power Mobility line, www.drivemedical.com.


About Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare

Headquartered in Port Washington, New York, Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare manufactures a complete line of medical products, including mobility products, sleep and respiratory products, beds, bariatric products, wheelchairs, sleep surfaces and pressure prevention products, self-assist products, power operated wheelchairs, rehabilitation products, patient room equipment, personal care products and electrotherapy devices. Currently,the Company has corporate offices, manufacturing facilities and distribution facilities located throughout the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, China, Hong Kong, Romania, Australia, the Netherlands and India. The Company markets its products to customers located throughout the United States, Europe, Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Middle East and Asia. For more information, www.drivemedical.com.

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