Portable Wheelchair Ramps
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Portable wheelchair ramps get a wheelchair, power chair, or scooter over steps, curbs, door thresholds, and into vehicles, with no installation. Choose from folding, rollable, telescoping, and threshold ramps from PVI, Roll-A-Ramp, AlumiRamp, American Access, DECPAC, and more, rated from 600 up to 1,500 lbs. Need help choosing a length? Use our ramp length calculator or see the sizing guide below.
Portable ramps
Why choose a portable wheelchair ramp?
A portable wheelchair ramp gives a wheelchair, power chair, or mobility scooter user a safe way over steps, curbs, door thresholds, and vehicle entries without building anything permanent. Portable ramps set up in seconds, fold or roll up for storage, and travel with you to family homes, appointments, and vacations. We carry portable ramps from trusted manufacturers including PVI, Roll-A-Ramp, AlumiRamp, American Access, DECPAC, Guldmann, and National Ramp.
Set up in seconds
No tools, no installation, and no permission needed from a landlord. Place the ramp, check that both ends sit flat and secure, and roll.
Goes where you go
Folding ramps close like a suitcase with a carry handle, and rollable ramps roll up to fit in a trunk, so access isn't limited to your own front door.
Built for real loads
Lightweight aluminum and fiberglass designs with slip-resistant surfaces, and heavy-duty models rated up to 1,500 lbs for power chairs and scooters.
Types
Types of portable wheelchair ramps
The right ramp depends on how high you need to climb, how often you'll move the ramp, and where it will be used.
Threshold ramps
Short ramps for door sills, sliding patio doors, and small steps, usually 1" to 6" of rise.
Shop threshold rampsSingle-fold ramps
Fold in half lengthwise with a carry handle. A good everyday choice for one or two steps and curbs.
Shop single-fold rampsMulti-fold ramps
Fold in both directions for longer runs and wider decks, then fold down to a compact size for storage or travel.
Shop multi-fold rampsRollable ramps
Roll-A-Ramp style link ramps roll up like a sleeping bag and can be cut to the exact length you need.
Shop rollable rampsTelescoping & track ramps
Two separate tracks that extend for each set of wheels. The lightest option for loading a scooter or power chair into a vehicle.
Shop telescoping rampsVan & vehicle ramps
Fiberglass and aluminum ramps sized for side and rear van doors, minivans, and SUVs.
Shop van rampsSizing
How to choose the right portable ramp length
- Measure your rise. Measure straight down from the top of the step, threshold, or vehicle floor to the ground where the ramp will end.
- Pick the slope that fits the user. Use 1 foot of ramp per 1 inch of rise (1:12) for someone propelling their own wheelchair. A caregiver pushing a wheelchair, or a power chair user, can typically use 1 foot per 2 inches of rise (2:12). Loading an empty scooter into a vehicle can use 1 foot per 3 inches (3:12). Always follow the manufacturer's guidance for your mobility device.
- Check width and capacity. Make sure the ramp is wider than your wheelbase and that its weight rating covers the user, the mobility device, and any caregiver on the ramp together.
| Rise | Self-propelled (1:12) | Assisted or power chair (2:12) | Empty scooter loading (3:12) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3" | 3' | 2' | 2' |
| 6" | 6' | 3' | 2' |
| 12" | 12' | 6' | 4' |
| 18" | 18' | 9' | 6' |
| 24" | 24' | 12' | 8' |
| 30" | 30' | 15' | 10' |
Lengths are rounded up to the next common ramp size. For rises over about 30", a permanent modular ramp with handrails and a landing is usually the safer choice.
Not sure? Try our ramp length calculator, or call a ramp expert at 888-307-1839.
Portable or permanent
When a modular ramp is the better choice
Portable ramps are ideal for travel, renters, temporary needs, and rises up to about 30". If the ramp will be used every day at the same entrance, needs to climb several steps, or needs handrails and a turn, a modular aluminum ramp is safer and easier to use. Our RampIt USA Independence modular ramps install on adjustable legs with no concrete, include continuous handrails, and come in ready-to-ship kits from 2' to 20'.
Comparing options? Browse lightweight portable ramps, ramps for stairs, aluminum wheelchair ramps, or all home wheelchair ramps.
FAQ
Portable wheelchair ramp questions
How long should a portable wheelchair ramp be?
Measure the total rise, then use 1 foot of ramp per inch of rise for a self-propelled wheelchair user, or 1 foot per 2 inches of rise for an assisted wheelchair or power chair. For example, a 6" step needs about a 6' ramp for independent use, or a 3' ramp with a caregiver.
Do portable ramps have to meet ADA guidelines?
ADA ramp requirements apply to permanent ramps in public and commercial buildings, not to portable ramps used at home or when traveling. We still recommend the ADA 1:12 slope whenever the user will be going up the ramp on their own.
How much weight can a portable ramp hold?
Capacity depends on the model. Most portable ramps we carry are rated from about 600 to 800 lbs, and heavy-duty models such as the Roll-A-Ramp Heavy Duty are rated up to 1,500 lbs. Choose a rating that covers the user, the mobility device, and any caregiver combined.
Can I use a portable ramp over stairs?
Yes, as long as the ramp is long enough for the total rise and both ends rest securely on flat surfaces. Multi-fold and rollable ramps are the most common choice for two or three steps. See our ramps for stairs and our guide on how to put a ramp over stairs.
What is the difference between a threshold ramp and a portable ramp?
A threshold ramp is a short, low ramp made to bridge a door sill or small step, often left in place. A portable ramp is longer and designed to be folded, rolled, or carried and set up wherever you need it.
Can portable ramps be used outdoors?
Yes. Aluminum and fiberglass portable ramps resist rust and weather and have slip-resistant surfaces. Keep the ramp clear of ice, snow, and leaves, and make sure the bottom edge rests on firm, level ground.
Which portable ramp is best for loading a scooter into a vehicle?
Telescoping track ramps and folding van ramps are the most popular for vehicles because they're light and store easily. Measure from the ground to the vehicle floor and choose a length that keeps the slope within your scooter manufacturer's limit.
Not sure which portable ramp you need?
Tell us your rise, the mobility device, and where the ramp will be used, and our ramp experts will recommend the right size and style.
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