Key differences between the Permobil M3 Corpus and the Permobil M5 Corpus
Powerbase size
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Permobil M3 Corpus
Permobil M3 CorpusThe Permobil M3 Corpus is the smaller of the two Mid-Wheel-Drive powerchairs.
The base width of the Permobil M3 is 615mm, and the overall length of the Permobil M3 is 1080mm - which includes the seat.
The overall weight of the Permobil M3 Corpus with 65ah batteries is 176kg. -
Permobil M5 Corpus
Permobil M5 CorpusThe Permobil M5 Corpus is the larger of the two Mid-Wheel-Drive powerchairs.
The base width of the Permobil M5 is 630mm, and the overall length of the Permobil M5 is 1170mm - which includes the seat.The overall weight of the Permobil M5 Corpus with 85ah batteries is 195kg.
Suspension
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M3 Corpus
Permobil M3The Permobil M3 Corpus features Smooth suspension.
The castor arms on the M3 Corpus offer a high level of articulation, this allows all of the castors and the drive wheels to remain in contact with the ground at all times.
The front and rear suspension is linked, which offers superior stability. It allows full suspension at any elevation (When using power seat elevator).
The Permobil M3 can climb kerbs up to 75mm with a run-up, or, 50mm without a run-up. -
M5 Corpus
Permobil M5The Permobil M5 Corpus features Agile suspension.
Much like the M3 Corpus, The castor arms on the M5 Corpus offer a high level of articulation - keeping all wheels on the ground.
However, the M5 Corpus benefits from a drive-wheel shock absorber - offering superior comfort over it's little brother.
The front and rear suspension is linked, wich offers superior stability, and allows full suspension at any seat elevation.
The Permobil M5 can climb kerbs up to 100mm with a run-up, or, 50mm without a run-up.
Performance
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Permobil M3
M3 CorpusThe Permobil M3 Corpus has a maximum speed of 6mph / 10 km/h.
The motors are slightly less powerful at 300w, which is plenty for indoor and outdoor driving. These are powered by the R-Net 120a power module.
As standard, the M3 Corpus comes with 65ah Permobil Hybrid batteries that offer up to 32km in range. These can be upgraded to the 85ah batteries that offer up to 40km.
The M3 Corpus has 7" castors on the front and rear, maintaining a compact turning circle for indoor maneuverability.
The Permobil M3 has a maximum user weight of 150kg. -
Permobil M5
M5 CorpusThe Permobil M5 Corpus has a
maximum speed of 7.5mph / 12 km/h.
The motors are more powerful at 500w, The low-end torque offers great performance outdoors, yet remains comfortable for indoor use.
As standard, the M5 Corpus comes with 85ah Permobil Hybrid batteries that offer up to 40km in range.
The M5 Corpus has 8" castors on the front and rear, offering superior outdoor performance and stability.
The Permobil M5 has a maximum user weight of 150kg.
