Take the positioning that works so well in the home with you in the Car! The Special Tomato Multi-Positioning Seat (MPS) is a special needs car seat that provides proper seating support for your child that has been crash tested and is safe for use in the car.
The Special Tomato Car Seat provides customized support for children who require more positioning assistance than standard car seats provide. The seating surface is made of the famous Special Tomato lightweight and durable cushions that move up and down on a hook and loop track allowing for growth of your child and length of use of the car seat. The cushions are made from a latex free material that is peel and tear resistant and impermeable to fluids. The outer shell of the car seat is structurely sound and securely attaches to the vehicle with LATCH and Tether or Seatbelt and Tether. One unique feature is the independent seat cushion that allows for 30 degrees of pivot to improve pelvic positioning for your child with special needs. 7 fun colors available! Tadpole Adaptive is proud to offer a complete selection of Special Needs Car Seats and Special Needs Boosters. The Special Tomato MPS Car Seat must be used with one of two available headrests.
Why is the Special Tomato Car Seat Perfect for Your Child?
- Choose from 2 cushion sizes to lengthen the life of the car seat by an average of 7 years
- Select Standard Headrest or Headrest with Laterals
- Hip-Flex includes 15º hip extension and 15º hip flexion
- 5-Year Warranty
- Small Size Weight Capacity is 80lbs
- Made from Latex Free materials
- Impermeable to fluids
- Peel and Tear Resistant
- Included with the MPS Car Seat are:Adjustable Seat, Head and Back Cushions
- Seat Shell LATCH StrapTether Strap must be used. Safety Attachment Straps for use outside the vehicle
- Has been successfully tested and approved for aircraft travel (FAA approved)
Expanable System!
- Select the Optional Convaid Push Chair base for on-the-go families. The MPS mounts in the push chair.
- Select the Optional Floor Mobility Indoor base. Great option for visits to familiy and friends houses, even vacation!
PLEASE NOTE: NHSTA School Bus Rules/Regulations do not include special needs car seat regulations for children over 40lbs. The MPS Car Seat is not tested for
INSTALLATION DIRECTLY INTO A SCHOOL BUS SEAT. Please note that we do offer the Push Chair Kit which conforms to WC19 standards for use with a tie down system in transport.
PLEASE NOTE: The Car Seat does not come with a Footrest. The Footrest cannot be used while the seat is being used in a vehicle.
PLEASE NOTE: The Car Seat cannot be used in Canada
PLEASE NOTE: There is a 10-year Expiration Date for the MPS Car Seat and the MPS Push Chair Kits for use during transportation! The MPS Seat itself can be used beyond 10 years with the Wooden Mobile Base or attached to a standard chair for more than 10 years!
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