Understanding Mobility Vehicle Classes : Rule 36 Guide
Defining and differentiating manual wheelchairs , powered wheelchairs , and mobility scooters based on speed and permitted usage areas .
CLASS 1 - MANUAL MOBILITY
TYPE : Manual Wheelchairs
SUPPORTING DETAIL
Covers the standard category of non - powered , manual wheelchairs .
PAVEMENT USAGE
Designed specifically for use on pavements and pedestrian areas .
CLASS 2 - LOW - SPEED POWERED VEHICLES
Includes powered wheelchairs and scooters with a maximum upper speed limit of 4 mph .
DESIGNED FOR PAVEMENTS
Intended for use on pedestrian and are not equipped for road use .
CLASS 3 - HIGH - SPEED POWERED VEHICLES
Consists of powered wheelchairs and scooters capable of reaching a higher upper speed limit of 8 mph .
8 mph ( 12 km / h )
ROAD AND PAVEMENT READY Specifically equipped to be used on the road as well as on pavements .
VEHICLE CLASS
POWER TYPE
MAX SPEED
CLASS 1
& Manual
CLASS 2
Powered
PERMITTED ENVIRONMENT
A Pavement
CLASS 3
A Road & Pavement