Jemima Croft

"My Hilite means I'm able to be myself again. I'm not trapped in a heavy, ugly chair - I'm just me. You can see in this picture the difference a made to measure chair makes physically and mentally. My old chair created many muscle injuries in my back and ankles due to it not being the right size for me. Within two months of having my Hilite, my ankles no longer turned inwards, and my back wasn't hunched over, meaning less pain and more mobility. Problem solved!"

Tracy Talbot

“The Hilite is life changing for me, as I no longer feel like 'the girl in the wheelchair', I feel that the chair has become part of me. It's so easy for me to wheel too, which leaves my husband free to actually walk by my side, rather than behind pushing me. The chair makes you sit in the correct position which is great for people with spinal problems. Must say, that my posture is now perfect.”

The titanium wheelchair that stands the test of time

Reliability, quality, and absolute trust that it can do whatever you ask of it – that's what you need from a wheelchair. The Hilite has time and again proven its merit in all of these qualities and more. This rigid titanium wheelchair is designed with thinner 25mm tubing offering a more elegant and stylish look.

This wheelchair initially joined the RGK family way back in 1996, and ever since, it has been upgraded. It has been reimagined and evolved into the cornerstone of our titanium range. An old favourite that brings comfort, literally and metaphorically, to all those who have one.

Technical specifications

Alongside the smooth ride, beauty, and lightness, the Hilite's material is out of this world. Strong as steel but 45% lighter, Titanium has the highest strength-to-weight ratio out of all the known metals. A breeze to push, wherever you go, it's built to be durable, so you have peace of mind knowing you can take it anywhere. The Hilite is the longest-standing model in our range, but that makes it a solid choice because time truly creates the best things.

Made to measure
Titanium frame
Choice of open or closed frame design
25mm diameter frame tube size
Product weight from 8.6kg
Max user weight 125kg

Performance

Only the best materials are used in your Hilite. Titanium is famous for having all of the positives of aluminium, with the bonus of natural shock absorption by the material itself. Your chair's utmost best performance is ensured by only using elements produced by market leaders, alongside a staggering 19 quality checks throughout the build, from measure to handover.

Optimised biomechanics for maximum power and efficiency
Perfect toe in toe out for minimum drag
Rigid and lightweight frame for pushing efficiency
Low ride castor forks for optimum performance
Aerospace-grade Titanium as standard

Download the full Hilite user manual here

Why choose made to measure?

INDIVIDUAL MEASUREMENTS
Over 30 individual measurements are taken of the user for the wheelchair, so that it fits their individual requirements.
ERGONOMIC OPTIONS
A wide range of ergonomic options are available to provide optimum comfort, balance and posture.
LIGHTWEIGHT AND COMPACT
The lightest possible solution is achieved using individual measurements.

The effects

OPTIMUM POSTURE
Sitting in the correct position can significantly reduce the risks of developing pressure related issues in the short and long term. Good health helps promote a more active lifestyle which in turn can positively impact a user’s well-being.
OPTIMUM COMFORT
Feeling comfortable increases confidence which helps the user to achieve an active lifestyle. The likelihood of developing prolonged discomfort, pain and persistent injuries are significantly reduced.
MAXIMISED PERFORMANCE
The user and wheelchair work in complete unison. This reduces the amount of energy needed to propel and in turn increases the wheelchair’s efficiency to maximize the user’s abilities.

Functional options

A full range of active options such as wheel locks, side guards, anti tip and much more to suit your individual requirements
A range of assist options such as push handles, wheel locks and armrests to suit your individual requirements

Frame options

Fixed or folding backrest
Fixed or adjustable axle position
Fixed or adjustable footrest position
Fixed or height adjustable backrest
Available in bariatric sizes up to 550mm seat width
Choice of open or closed frame
Extra camber bar for handbike fitting

Airtech Technology

Tension adjustable backrest and centre pad, including mesh cover panels and low profile titanium buckles, for better support and positioning
Breathable material to keep you cool
Lightweight and tough for longevity with kevlar reinforced wings

Do you need help with funding your RGK chair?

There are a few different ways in which you can try to get funding for your wheelchair. These choices include NHS Wheelchair Services, Access to Work and charities.

Interested in your own RGK Hilite?

Enquire about the RGK Hilite below now!

Whether you’d like a brochure, to arrange a demo and assessment, get rough pricing or you just have some general questions about wheelchairs, complete this form and your dedicated account manager will be in touch to help you. Arrange an assessment, demonstration, ask us questions or request a brochure below. You can make an enquiry, request further information or arrange to have one of our highly experienced mobility advisors visit you at your home to perform a product demonstration or assessment.

Your account manager can talk you through the process of getting a new wheelchair, help you to decide which of our extensive range of products is most suitable for your needs or can arrange to get one of our highly experienced mobility advisors to visit you at your home.

the cornerstone of the titanium wheelchairs