Hi Don! The Medline Posh Pink Zebra Rollator (MDS86835SHE) features non-marring 6-inch wheels typically made of PVC (a hard, durable plastic) or a high-density synthetic rubber blend.
In the medical equipment industry, wheels of this size on lightweight rollators are designed to be "flat-free." Here is a quick breakdown of how they perform:
Material: They are solid, smooth plastic-based wheels rather than air-filled rubber tires. This means they cannot go flat and are easy to wipe clean.
Best Use: These wheels are ideal for indoor surfaces (tile, wood, or carpet) and smooth outdoor paths (sidewalks).
Indoors: They are specifically "non-marring," meaning they won't leave scuff marks on your floors.
Outdoors: While they handle pavement well, they are less effective on very rough terrain (like gravel or thick grass) compared to larger 8-inch rubberized wheels.
Because this specific model is an "ultra-lightweight" version (weighing only about 14.75 lbs), it uses these compact 6-inch wheels to keep the unit portable and easy to lift into a car.
Thanks,
The Medical Supply Pros Team.