Key differences between the Permobil F3 Corpus and the Permobil F5 Corpus

Permobil's mighty Front-Wheel-Drive F-Series powerchairs offer superior performance over its rivals.

You might be wondering, what is the difference between the F3 Corpus and the F5 Corpus. Here, we'll cover the key differences between the two powerchairs, to help you understand which one would work best for you.

Powerbase size

  • Permobil F3 Corpus

    The Permobil F3 Corpus is the smaller of the two Front-Wheel-Drive powerchairs.

    The base width of the Permobil F3 is 610mm, and the overall length of the Permobil F3 is 1016mm - which includes the support-wheels / anti-tippers.

    The overall weight of the Permobil F3 Corpus with 65ah batteries is 175kg.

    Permobil F3 Corpus 

  • Permobil F5 Corpus

    The Permobil F5 Corpus is the larger of the two Front-Wheel-Drive powerchairs.

    The base width of the Permobil F5 is 648mm, and the overall length of the Permobil F5 is 1067mm - which includes the support-wheels / anti-tippers

    The overall weight of the Permobil F5 Corpus with 85ah batteries is 189kg.

    Permobil F5 Corpus 
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Suspension

  • Two Permobil F3 Corpus powerchairs. One in Spring Green and one in Violet purple.

    F3 Corpus

    The Permobil F3 Corpus features Permobil's Smooth suspension system

    The F3 Corpus has all-round independent suspension which is adjustable. Offering comfort and performance.

    The Permobil F3 can climb kerbs up to 75mm with a run-up, or, 50mm without a run-up.

    Permobil F3 
  • Man driving Permobil F5 Corpus towards beach area with children

    F5 Corpus

    The Permobil F5 Corpus features Agile suspension.

    Much like the F3, The F5 has all-round independent suspension - but, with the addition of oil-dampened shock-absorbers. This offers superior vibration reduction, comfort and performance.

    The Permobil F5 can climb kerbs up to 75mm with a run-up, or, 50mm without a run-up.

    Permobil F5 
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Performance

  • Permobil F3

    The Permobil F3 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 F3 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 Permobil F3 has a maximum user weight of 150kg.

    F3 Corpus 
  • Man in Permobil F5 Corpus having drinks with family and friends.

    Permobil F5

    The Permobil F5 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 F5 Corpus comes with 85ah Permobil Hybrid batteries that offer up to 40km in range.

    The Permobil F5 has a maximum user weight of 150kg.

    F5 Corpus 
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Power functions

  • F3

    The Active Height power seat elevator on the Permobil F3 will raise the seat by 300mm / 12".

    The Permobil F3 also has the capability of achieving up to 30 Degrees of Active Reach anterior tilt.

    F3 

  • F5

    The Active Height power seat elevator on the Permobil F5 will raise the seat by 350mm / 14".

    The Permobil F5 also has the capability of achieving up to 45 Degrees of Active Reach anterior tilt

    F5 

Technical

  • Permobil F3 Corpus

    Base Width: 24"
    Base Length:     40"
    Seat Widths:     17" - 23"
    Seat Depths:     14" - 22"
    Backrest Heights:     20", 23" - 28"
    Seat-To-Floor Height:     17.5"

  • Permobil F5 Corpus

    Base Width: 25.5"
    Base Length:     42"
    Seat Widths:     17" - 23"
    Seat Depths:     14" - 22"
    Backrest Heights:     20", 23" - 28"
    Seat-To-Floor Height:     17.5"

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