Published 6 July 2026 · Last updated 30 September 2026
The short answer
We ranked eight portable wheelchair ramps sold on Amazon UK against their makers’ own product pages, spec sheets and instructions on 30 September 2026:
- The Ramp People Folding Extra Wide: best overall. 300 kg at every length and the widest usable track here, 835 mm.
- The Ramp People Folding (standard width): best documented, with a manual and a load-height table, but read the 8ft capacity.
- Aidapt Roll Up Ramp: best for leaving in place. 300 kg and a one-year guarantee.
Only need to get over a door sill? See the best threshold ramps. Loading a scooter into a car? See mobility scooter ramps.
A portable ramp bridges a step, a kerb or a doorway so a wheelchair, powerchair or scooter can roll over it, then folds, rolls or slides shut to go in a car boot or cupboard. The length you need depends on the height of the step and how steep you can safely go, and that is where makers give very different advice.
What checking the documents turned up
The makers’ own gradient advice runs from 1 in 6 to 1 in 12. The Ramp People gives 1 in 6 as the minimum for manual wheelchairs and 1 in 8 for scooters; Aidapt says not to use its ramps on gradients above 1 in 12, and NRS works to 1 in 12. On a 150 mm step, 1 in 6 means a 0.9 m ramp and 1 in 12 means a 1.8 m ramp: the same step, one maker’s advice or the other’s, and twice the length.
6 of the 8 ramps we checked on 30 September 2026 have a figure their maker gives two ways. The most important is The Ramp People’s 8ft folding ramp: its product page spec table says 300 kg, while the same page’s FAQ and the ramp’s manual say 275 kg. For two of the six, Aidapt’s suitcase ramps, the difference is only the stone conversion of the same 272 kg.
None of the eight makers names a safety standard for its ramp. The Ramp People says two of its ramps are “TÜV tested”, without saying to what. Only The Ramp People publishes the usable width between the edges; Aidapt and NRS give overall width only, which is not the same thing when you are lining up wheels.
2 of the 8, both Aidapt suitcase ramps, have no warranty period in any maker document we opened. NRS gives the longest, 24 months for home use, but no longer lists its roll-up ramp.
How we ranked them
We started from the portable ramps Amazon UK sells new from makers who publish their own documents, then read every product page, spec sheet and set of instructions we could open. We ranked on five things, most important first:
- The maximum load, and whether the maker’s documents agree on it.
- Whether the maker publishes the usable width and the step height each length is meant for.
- Whether the documents agree with each other, and whether the maker still lists the ramp.
- The weight you have to lift.
- A warranty period stated in writing.
Price was a tie-breaker only. The boxes on this page show Amazon’s live price; a ramp bought for a disabled person’s own use can also be sold without VAT by a UK supplier, which Amazon does not do. See our VAT relief guide.
The ranking
All eight side by side, in ranked order.
| # | Ramp | Type | Max load | Lengths | Usable width | Lightest version | Gradient advice | Warranty |
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| 1 | The Ramp People Folding Extra Wide (TRP607MXW) | Folding | 300 kg, all lengths | 2ft to 8ft | 835 mm | 5.58 kg (2ft) | 1 in 6 (wheelchairs), 1 in 8 (scooters) | 1 year |
| 2 | The Ramp People Folding (TRP607) | Folding | 300 kg (2ft to 6ft); 275 kg (7ft); 8ft given as both | 2ft to 8ft | 715 mm | 4.2 kg (2ft) | 1 in 6 (wheelchairs), 1 in 8 (scooters) | 1 year |
| 3 | Aidapt Roll Up Ramp (VA141) | Roll-up | 300 kg | 3ft | Overall 690 mm or 750 mm | 6.8 kg | Not above 1 in 12 | 1 year |
| 4 | The Ramp People Multi-fold (TRP506) | Multi-fold | 270 kg (spec) or 275 kg (text) | 4ft to 10ft | 720 mm | 10.3 kg (4ft) | 6 to 8 times the step height | 1 year |
| 5 | Aidapt Lightweight Suitcase Ramp (VA142) | Folding suitcase | 272 kg | 2ft, 3ft, 5ft | Not published | 4 kg (2ft) | Not above 1 in 12 | Not published |
| 6 | Aidapt Folding Suitcase Ramp, tri-fold (VA143) | Tri-fold suitcase | 272 kg joined (136 kg per half) | 4ft, 6ft | Not published | 10 kg (4ft) | Not above 1 in 12 | Not published |
| 7 | The Ramp People Telescopic Channel Ramps (TRP207) | Telescopic pair | 275 kg per pair | 4ft to 7ft | 150 mm per channel | 2.55 kg per ramp (4ft) | Not published | 1 year |
| 8 | NRS Mobility Care Roll-Up Ramp (M16669) | Roll-up | 180 kg | 1000 mm | Not published | 12 kg | 1 in 12 (up to 1 in 6 temporarily) | 24 months (home use) |
| Photo | Title | Price | Buy |
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| The Ramp People Foldable Wheelchair Ramp, Extra Wide 61cm - 244cm (183cm / 6ft) Portable Ramp for Wheelchairs & Scooters | £150.00 |
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| The Ramp People Folding Wheelchair Ramp 2ft - 8ft (3ft/91cm) 300kg Capacity, Anti-Slip Surface | £126.00 |
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| Aidapt Portable Roll up Ramp with Carry Bag.3FT Length, Wheelchair/Scooter Ramp,Threshold,Kerb, Doorway, Car, Van, Aluminium, Lightweight, Disability, Mobility, Folding, Durable, MAX LOAD 300KG | £107.99 |
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| The Ramp People Multifold Portable Wheelchair Ramp for Wheelchairs, Scooters & Walkers 4ft - 10ft (4ft / 122cm) | £144.00 |
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| Aidapt Lightweight 2ft Folding Ramp.Durable Aluminium,Portable,Carry Handle,No Tools Required,Threshold,Kerbs,Wheelchair,Scooter,Disability,Easy to store | £78.44 |
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| Aidapt 4FT Tri-Fold Suitcase Ramp.Non-slip Tread,Carry Handle,Portable,Folding,Car Boot Ramp,Wheelchair,Scooter, Threshold,Doorway,Kerb,Lightweight Aluminium Ramp,Motorbike,Disability,Assembled | £154.99 |
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| The Ramp People Telescopic Wheelchair Channel Ramps with Bag 4ft - 7ft (7ft / 213cm) - Portable Wheelchair Ramps | £156.00 |
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| NRS Mobility Care Roll-Up Portable Ramp | £80.00 |
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1. The Ramp People Folding Extra Wide (TRP607MXW): best portable ramp overall
This is the wide version of The Ramp People’s folding ramp, and the maker rates every length, from 2ft to 8ft, at 300 kg. Its usable width between the safety edges is 835 mm, the widest in this ranking, which leaves room for powerchair and scooter wheels. The page publishes a load-height table, so you can see which length suits which step.
We found nothing on the page that disagrees with itself, though it is the only document: there is no manual or spec sheet linked. The Ramp People says it is TÜV tested without naming a standard, and does not say what it is made of. The 2ft ramp weighs 5.58 kg; the 8ft weighs 19.8 kg.
Our verdict (documents last checked 30 September 2026)
300 kg at every length, the widest track here and a published load-height table.
Best for: powerchairs and scooters, and anyone who wants room to spare either side of the wheels.
Not for: carrying far, since the long lengths weigh 15 kg to 20 kg.
| Type | Folds lengthways like a book |
| Max load | 300 kg (all lengths) |
| Lengths | 610 mm (2ft) to 2440 mm (8ft) |
| Usable width | 835 mm (850 mm overall) |
| Weight | 5.58 kg (2ft) to 19.8 kg (8ft) |
| Max step height | 100 mm (2ft) to 405 mm (8ft) |
| Gradient advice | 1 in 6 for manual wheelchairs, 1 in 8 for scooters |
| Standards | “TÜV tested”, no standard named |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Photo | Title | Price | Buy |
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| The Ramp People Foldable Wheelchair Ramp, Extra Wide 61cm - 244cm (183cm / 6ft) Portable Ramp for Wheelchairs & Scooters | £150.00 |
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2. The Ramp People Folding (TRP607): best documented, but check the 8ft figure
The standard-width folding ramp has the fullest paperwork in this ranking: a product page with a spec table per length and a 2025 user manual with a load-height table. The 2ft ramp weighs 4.2 kg, and the usable width is 715 mm, enough for most manual wheelchairs.
The paperwork does not always agree. For the 8ft ramp, the spec table says 300 kg, while the page’s own FAQ says “The 7ft and 8ft ramps support 275kg” and the manual agrees. The manual also gives the 8ft a 455 mm maximum load height against 405 mm on the page, and the page says the ramps suit outdoor use while the manual says the ramp “is not designed to be left outside”. For the long lengths, plan on 275 kg and the lower step height.
Our verdict (documents last checked 30 September 2026)
A light short ramp and the fullest paperwork here, with several points where that paperwork disagrees.
Best for: manual wheelchairs over single steps and kerbs, in the 2ft to 6ft lengths.
Not for: anyone relying on the 300 kg figure for the 8ft ramp.
| Type | Folds lengthways like a book |
| Max load | 300 kg (2ft to 6ft); 275 kg (7ft); 8ft: 300 kg (spec table) or 275 kg (FAQ and manual) |
| Lengths | 610 mm (2ft) to 2440 mm (8ft) |
| Usable width | 715 mm (720 mm overall) |
| Weight | 4.2 kg (2ft) to 20.96 kg (8ft) |
| Max step height | 100 mm (2ft) to 405 mm (8ft) on the page; manual gives 455 mm for 8ft |
| Safety edges | 30 mm |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Where the maker’s own documents disagree
8ft capacity. The product page spec table gives “Capacity (kg) 300” for TRP607-8. The same page’s FAQ says “The 7ft and 8ft ramps support 275kg.”, and the manual gives 275 kg.
8ft maximum load height: 405 mm on the page, 455 mm in the manual.
Outdoor use. The page says “Our folding wheelchair ramps are suitable for outdoor use.” The manual says the ramp “is not designed to be left outside”.
Carry bag: available “up to 6ft” in one place on the page and “from 2ft – 5ft” in another.
| Photo | Title | Price | Buy |
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| The Ramp People Folding Wheelchair Ramp 2ft - 8ft (3ft/91cm) 300kg Capacity, Anti-Slip Surface | £126.00 |
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3. Aidapt Roll Up Ramp (VA141): best for leaving in place
Aidapt’s roll-up ramp is made of hinged aluminium slats that roll into a 900 mm long bundle with a carry bag, and Aidapt says it can be left in place as a semi-permanent ramp at a home or garden step. It takes 300 kg, with detachable side rails, and comes with a one-year guarantee.
It comes in one 3ft length, and Aidapt’s own advice not to go steeper than 1 in 12 means that length suits a step of about 75 mm. The width is given as 690 mm in the manual and 750 mm on the spec sheet, both overall figures, and no usable width is published.
Our verdict (documents last checked 30 September 2026)
300 kg, a one-year guarantee and a design meant to stay put, in a single short length.
Best for: a low step at home you want to leave the ramp on.
Not for: steps higher than about 75 mm, if you follow Aidapt’s own 1 in 12 advice.
| Type | Roll-up aluminium slats, detachable side rails |
| Max load | 300 kg (47.2 st) |
| Length | 900 mm (3ft) |
| Width | 690 mm (manual) or 750 mm (spec sheet), overall |
| Rolled size | 190 x 150 x 900 mm |
| Weight | 6.8 kg (spec sheet) or 6.9 kg (manual) |
| Gradient advice | Do not use above 1 in 12 |
| Warranty | One year |
Where the maker’s own documents disagree
Width. Aidapt’s manual says “Width 690mm”; its spec sheet gives product dimensions of 60 x 750 x 900 mm.
| Photo | Title | Price | Buy |
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| Aidapt Portable Roll up Ramp with Carry Bag.3FT Length, Wheelchair/Scooter Ramp,Threshold,Kerb, Doorway, Car, Van, Aluminium, Lightweight, Disability, Mobility, Folding, Durable, MAX LOAD 300KG | £107.99 |
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4. The Ramp People Multi-fold (TRP506): the longest lengths
The multi-fold ramp folds in both directions, so the 4ft and 5ft versions pack down to about 620 mm by 360 mm, and from 6ft up it splits into two halves you carry separately. It goes up to 10ft, the longest here, for steps up to 505 mm with someone on board, and the maker gives a load-height table for each length.
The capacity is given two ways on the same page: 270 kg in both spec tables and “With a 275kg capacity” in the highlights. We have used 270 kg. No standard or TÜV claim appears for this ramp, and the page title lists a 9ft length that is not in the spec table.
Our verdict (documents last checked 30 September 2026)
Compact when folded and long enough for bigger steps, with two capacity figures on one page.
Best for: higher steps where a 6ft to 10ft ramp is needed but storage space is tight.
Not for: users close to 270 kg.
| Type | Folds in length and width; 6ft and up split in two |
| Max load | 270 kg (spec tables) or 275 kg (page text) |
| Lengths | 1219 mm (4ft) to 3048 mm (10ft) |
| Usable width | 720 mm (730 mm overall) |
| Weight | 10.3 kg (4ft) to 27.5 kg (10ft) |
| Max step height, occupied | 203 mm (4ft) to 505 mm (10ft) |
| Safety edges | 50 mm |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Where the maker’s own documents disagree
Capacity. The spec tables say “Capacity (kg)270”. The product highlights on the same page say “With a 275kg capacity”.
| Photo | Title | Price | Buy |
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| The Ramp People Multifold Portable Wheelchair Ramp for Wheelchairs, Scooters & Walkers 4ft - 10ft (4ft / 122cm) | £144.00 |
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5. Aidapt Lightweight Suitcase Ramp (VA142): light, with strict gradient advice
Aidapt’s lightweight suitcase ramp folds in half with a carry handle and locks, and the 2ft weighs 4 kg. All three lengths are rated at 272 kg, and the documents agree on that figure, though they convert it to stone three different ways: 42, 43 and 48.
Aidapt publishes no usable width, no step heights and no warranty period for this ramp, and its spec sheets carry a “Length (cm)” field that does not match the ramp (90 for the 2ft). Aidapt’s advice not to go above 1 in 12 means the 2ft ramp is for a step of about 50 mm.
Our verdict (documents last checked 30 September 2026)
Light, but no warranty, no usable width and muddled spec sheets.
Best for: occasional use over a very low step or kerb.
Not for: anything more than about 50 mm high on the 2ft, at Aidapt’s own gradient.
| Type | Folding suitcase ramp, raised side walls |
| Max load | 272 kg (stone given as 42, 43 or 48) |
| Lengths | 610 mm (2ft), 910 mm (3ft), 1520 mm (5ft) |
| Usable width | Not published |
| Weight | 4 kg (2ft), 7.85 kg (3ft), 13.1 kg (5ft) |
| Gradient advice | Do not use above 1 in 12 |
| Warranty | Not published |
Where the maker’s own documents disagree
Stone equivalent of 272 kg: 42 stone (product page), 43 stones (spec sheet), 48 stone (manual).
Length. The 2ft spec sheet gives “Length (cm) 90” and “Size 610 mm (2 ft)”.
| Photo | Title | Price | Buy |
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| Aidapt Lightweight 2ft Folding Ramp.Durable Aluminium,Portable,Carry Handle,No Tools Required,Threshold,Kerbs,Wheelchair,Scooter,Disability,Easy to store | £78.44 |
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6. Aidapt Folding Suitcase Ramp, tri-fold (VA143): two-part ramp for longer runs
The tri-fold ramp comes in two halves that slot together, with a gritted surface and locks on the hinges. Aidapt rates it at 272 kg with both halves joined, which is 136 kg per half. The 4ft weighs 10 kg and the 6ft 17.5 kg.
As with the lighter suitcase ramp, there is no warranty period, no usable width and no step-height guide in Aidapt’s documents, and the stone figure differs between the page (42) and the manual (43).
Our verdict (documents last checked 30 September 2026)
A longer suitcase ramp at 272 kg, with no warranty or usable width published.
Best for: longer runs where a one-piece folding ramp would be too heavy to lift.
Not for: anyone who wants a warranty in writing.
| Type | Two-part tri-fold suitcase ramp |
| Max load | 272 kg with both halves joined |
| Lengths | 1220 mm (4ft), 1830 mm (6ft) |
| Folded size | 630 x 360 mm (4ft) |
| Weight | 10 kg (4ft), 17.5 kg (6ft) |
| Gradient advice | Do not use above 1 in 12 |
| Warranty | Not published |
Where the maker’s own documents disagree
Stone equivalent of 272 kg: 42 stone on the product page, 43 st in manual 2556.
| Photo | Title | Price | Buy |
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| Aidapt 4FT Tri-Fold Suitcase Ramp.Non-slip Tread,Carry Handle,Portable,Folding,Car Boot Ramp,Wheelchair,Scooter, Threshold,Doorway,Kerb,Lightweight Aluminium Ramp,Motorbike,Disability,Assembled | £154.99 |
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7. The Ramp People Telescopic Channel Ramps (TRP207): manual wheelchairs only
Channel ramps are two narrow tracks, one for each set of wheels, that slide out to length. At 2.55 kg to 4 kg per ramp they are the lightest way here to cover a long step, and they come with a zip-up bag. The pair takes 275 kg.
The maker says plainly that they are for manual wheelchairs and are not scooter friendly, because the 46 mm edges can catch low bodywork. The per-ramp weight is given as up to 4 kg in one place and up to 4.65 kg in another.
Our verdict (documents last checked 30 September 2026)
The lightest way to cover a long step, but for manual wheelchairs only.
Best for: manual wheelchairs and car or step access where weight matters most.
Not for: scooters, powerchairs or walkers.
| Type | Pair of telescopic channel ramps |
| Max load | 275 kg per pair |
| Lengths | 1220 mm (4ft) to 2130 mm (7ft) extended |
| Usable width | 150 mm per channel |
| Weight | 2.55 kg to 4 kg per ramp (Key Features) or up to 4.65 kg (Details table) |
| Max step height | 200 mm (4ft) to 355 mm (7ft) |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Where the maker’s own documents disagree
Weight per ramp: “Each ramp weighs only 2.55 – 4 kg” in Key Features; “Weight per Ramp (kg)2.55 – 4.65” in the Details table.
| Photo | Title | Price | Buy |
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| The Ramp People Telescopic Wheelchair Channel Ramps with Bag 4ft - 7ft (7ft / 213cm) - Portable Wheelchair Ramps | £156.00 |
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8. NRS Mobility Care Roll-Up Ramp (M16669): longest warranty, lowest limit
NRS’s roll-up ramp has the clearest step-height advice in this ranking: a maximum of 125 mm, worked out at 1 in 12, with 1 in 6 allowed only for temporary use after a risk assessment. It also carries the longest warranty here, 24 months for home use.
It is rated at 180 kg, the lowest limit in this ranking, and at 12 kg it is heavy for a 1 m ramp. NRS no longer lists it on its own website; the only maker document we found is the user instructions (issue 5, August 2023), hosted by a retailer.
Our verdict (documents last checked 30 September 2026)
Clear step-height advice and a two-year warranty, but a 180 kg limit and no current maker listing.
Best for: lighter users with a step up to 125 mm.
Not for: powerchairs and heavier users, which can easily exceed 180 kg combined.
| Type | Roll-up with clamped side bars |
| Max load | 180 kg (28.5 st) |
| Length | 1000 mm |
| Width | 762 mm overall |
| Weight | 12 kg |
| Max step height | 125 mm at 1 in 12 |
| Warranty | 24 months home use, 12 months commercial |
| Photo | Title | Price | Buy |
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| NRS Mobility Care Roll-Up Portable Ramp | £80.00 |
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Ramps we checked but did not rank
Drive DeVilbiss aluminium threshold bridge: it is a threshold ramp for a door sill, not a portable ramp, and belongs with the threshold ramps.
Before you buy: measure the step, then pick the gradient
- Measure the rise: the height from the ground to the top of the step or sill, in millimetres.
- Choose a gradient. Multiply the rise by 12 for the gentle 1 in 12 that Aidapt and NRS work to, or by 6 to 8 for The Ramp People’s steeper minimums. A steeper ramp is harder to push up and harder to control coming down.
- Allow for the whole load. The limit covers the person and the chair together: a powerchair alone can weigh over 100 kg.
- Check the usable width against the width between your outer wheels, not the chair’s overall width.
- Leave a flat landing at the top and bottom, and never use a ramp that rocks or slides.
A permanent ramp at a home entrance is a building job, not a portable-ramp purchase. If you need one, ask your council about an occupational therapy assessment and a Disabled Facilities Grant.
Frequently asked questions about wheelchair ramps
What is the best portable wheelchair ramp in the UK?
Of the eight portable ramps we checked against their makers’ documents on 30 September 2026, The Ramp People Folding Extra Wide ranks first: it is rated at 300 kg at every length from 2ft to 8ft and has an 835 mm usable width. The standard-width version is the best documented, but its own page gives the 8ft ramp two different capacities.
What length ramp do I need?
Measure the height of the step and multiply it. At 1 in 12, the gradient Aidapt and NRS work to, a 100 mm step needs a 1.2 m ramp. The Ramp People gives 1 in 6 as the minimum for manual wheelchairs and 1 in 8 for scooters, which gives 0.6 m or 0.8 m for the same step. Gentler is easier and safer, especially for someone pushing.
How much weight can a portable ramp take?
The eight ramps we ranked are rated from 180 kg (NRS roll-up) to 300 kg (The Ramp People folding ramps and the Aidapt roll-up). The limit covers the user and the chair or scooter together.
Can I leave a portable ramp outside?
Check the maker’s own advice. Aidapt says its roll-up ramp can be left in place, but The Ramp People’s manual for its folding ramp says it “is not designed to be left outside”, even though its product page says the ramps suit outdoor use.
Are channel ramps suitable for scooters?
Usually not. The Ramp People says its telescopic channel ramps are for manual wheelchairs and not scooter friendly, because the raised edges can catch low bodywork, and a three-wheel scooter will not line up with two tracks.
Do I pay VAT on a wheelchair ramp?
Not if you have a long-term illness or disability and the ramp is for your own use: a UK supplier can zero-rate it once you sign an eligibility declaration. Amazon prices include VAT. See our VAT relief guide. This is general information, not tax advice.
Sources
Maker documents read on 30 September 2026: The Ramp People product pages for the Folding (TRP607), Folding Extra Wide (TRP607MXW), Multi-fold (TRP506) and Telescopic (TRP207) ramps, and the TRP607 user manual (2025); Aidapt product pages, spec sheets and manuals for the Lightweight Suitcase Ramp (VA142, manual 2554), Folding Suitcase Ramp (VA143, manual 2556, Ver. 3 09/2013) and Roll Up Ramp (VA141, spec sheet 5267, manual 1259); NRS M16669 Mobility Care Roll-Up Portable Ramp user instructions (issue 5, 08/23).
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Published 6 July 2026 · Last updated 30 September 2026