Companion 3-Wheel Mid Size
The Golden Technologies Companion (3-wheel) Mid Size (GC240) is a mid-size mobility scooter with a 350 lb user capacity, 5 mph top speed, and a manufacturer-listed operating range of 19 miles. It uses rear-wheel drive, has a 37 inch turning radius, and is designed for user-friendly disassembly.
Why We Recommend Golden Technologies Companion (3-wheel) Mid Size
If you want a mid-size scooter that balances everyday maneuverability with full-time performance specs, the GC240 is a practical fit. It pairs a tight 37 inch turning radius with solid, low-profile tires, useful ground clearance, and core safety and visibility features like a lighting package and side reflectors.
Maneuverability and everyday handling
- 3-wheel design
- Turning radius: 37 inches
- Rear-wheel drive
- Electronic speed control: Yes
- Brakes: Electro-mechanical
- Freewheel mode: Yes
The 37 inch turning radius is a key advantage of this mid-size 3-wheel layout. Electronic speed control and electro-mechanical braking are the core control components Golden lists for the GC240.
Range, speed, and ground clearance
- Maximum speed: 5 mph
- Operating range: 19 miles
- Ground clearance: 3.75 inches
- Ground clearance to transaxle/motor: 2.5 inches
- Controller: 90 Amp
- Charger: Portable 3.5 Amp off-board
The GC240 is positioned as a full-time portable scooter with manufacturer-listed range and clearance specs for common day-to-day surfaces. It uses U1 batteries and a portable off-board charger.
Controls and visibility features
- Wraparound Delta tiller with lock mechanism
- LED battery gauge display
- Front and rear lighting package with side reflectors
Golden lists a Delta tiller with a lock mechanism, an LED battery gauge display, and a lighting package with side reflectors for visibility.
Seat and fit
- Standard seat: Quilted High Back
- Seat width x depth: 18 inches x 16 inches
- Seat back height (no headrest): 16 inches
- Seat height positions: 3 positions, 1 inch increments
- Optional seat: Stadium Style
The standard quilted high back seat and basic height adjustability support fit and comfort, while Golden lists an optional Stadium Style seat if you need a different seating configuration.
Tires and chassis details
- Tires: Solid, low profile
- Front tire size: 9 inches
- Rear tire size: 10.75 inches
- Rear anti-tippers: 3 inches
- Overall width: 24 inches
Solid, low-profile tires reduce tire maintenance compared with pneumatic tires, and rear anti-tippers add stability during everyday driving.
Who This Scooter Is Best For
- Users who want a mid-size scooter with a 350 lb capacity
- Riders who prioritize tighter turning for everyday environments
- People who want a full-time scooter that is designed for user-friendly disassembly
- Anyone who wants built-in lighting, reflectors, and a simple battery gauge display
What to Expect When It Arrives
- Golden Technologies Companion (3-wheel) Mid Size scooter (GC240)
- Standard quilted high back seat
- U1 battery setup (battery configuration per your order)
- Portable 3.5 Amp off-board charger
The GC240 is built around Golden’s disassembly-focused design. Battery and seating options can vary by configuration, so verify what is included on your order confirmation.
Model & Performance
| Model | GC240 |
|---|---|
| Drive type | 3-wheel |
| Drive wheels | Rear |
| User weight capacity | 350 lbs |
| Maximum speed | 5 mph |
| Operating range | 19 miles |
| Turning radius | 37 inches |
| Ground clearance | 3.75 inches |
| Ground clearance to transaxle/motor | 2.5 inches |
| Controller | 90 Amp |
| Electronic speed control | Yes |
| Brakes | Electro-mechanical |
| Freewheel mode | Yes |
| Medicare code | K0807 |
| Colors | Azure Blue, Crimson Red |
Size & Dimensions
| Overall length | 42.25 inches |
|---|---|
| Overall width | 24 inches |
| Height (ground to top of back of seat) | 37.5 inches to 39.5 inches |
| Ground to top of seat | 22.25 inches to 24.30 inches |
| Ground to top of deck | 6.25 inches |
| Seat height positions | 3 positions |
| Seat height increment | 1 inch |
| Front axle to rear axle | 30 inches |
Seating
| Standard seat | Quilted High Back |
|---|---|
| Seat width x depth | 18 inches x 16 inches |
| Seat back height (no headrest) | 16 inches |
| Seat color | Black |
| Optional seat | Stadium Style |
| Optional seat width x depth | 18 inches x 16 inches |
| Optional seat back height (no headrest) | 18 inches |
| Seat options | Pneumatic Rise Seat |
Weight & Battery
| Weight of unit (assembled) | 170.8 lbs |
|---|---|
| Battery type | U1 |
| Battery weight | 21 lbs each |
| Charger | Portable 3.5 Amp off-board |
| Tires (standard) | Solid, low profile |
| Front tire size | 9 inches |
| Rear tire size | 10.75 inches |
| Rear anti-tippers | 3 inches |
Warranty
| Frame | Lifetime |
|---|---|
| Drive train | 2 years |
| Electronics | 2 years |
| Batteries | 1 year |
Frequently Asked Questions
The manufacturer-rated user weight capacity is 350 lbs.
The manufacturer-listed maximum speed is 5 mph.
The manufacturer lists an operating range of 19 miles.
The manufacturer lists Medicare code K0807. It may be eligible when medical necessity requirements are met.
The manufacturer lists a 37 inch turning radius.
Yes. Golden lists a front and rear lighting package with side reflectors.
The manufacturer lists 42.25 inches overall length, 24 inches overall width, and 170.8 lbs assembled weight.
Shipping
Free shipping to the 48 contiguous United States. Full-size and heavy-duty scooters ship via LTL freight carrier; compact and folding models typically ship via FedEx or UPS. Most in-stock orders leave the warehouse within 2–5 business days, with delivery 5–10 business days after shipment. Additional charges apply for shipments to Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and remote or rural areas — we’ll contact you before processing if extra fees apply.
Freight Delivery
Freight carriers deliver curbside to your driveway or front entrance. The carrier will call you to schedule a delivery appointment window. Please make sure a standard freight truck can safely access your address; if it can’t, you may need to meet the driver at a nearby accessible location. An adult 18 or older must be present to sign for the shipment.
Inspecting Your Delivery
Inspect the packaging carefully before signing the delivery receipt. The driver is not required to wait while you unbox the scooter.
- If the packaging looks clean and undamaged, sign and accept the delivery.
- If you see any holes, dents, tears, or crushed corners, note the damage on the delivery receipt before signing, then accept the delivery and contact us.
- If the packaging is severely damaged, refuse the shipment as “Damaged in Transit,” have the driver note it on the BOL, and call us immediately.
Concealed Damage
If your scooter is damaged but the packaging looked fine at delivery, contact us within 72 hours of arrival so we can file a carrier claim and get you a fast resolution. Claims filed after 72 hours cannot be honored by the freight carrier.
Returns
We want you to be fully satisfied with your scooter. If you need to return a non-defective unit, returns must be requested within 30 days of delivery and meet all of the following:
- The scooter must be unused, in new/resalable condition, and in its original packaging with all manuals, chargers, keys, and accessories included.
- You must request a Return Authorization (RA) number from us before shipping anything back. Returns without an RA will be refused.
- A 20% restocking fee applies to all non-defective returns.
- The customer is responsible for return shipping costs. We recommend using a tracked, insured freight service — we can’t issue a refund on a scooter that’s lost or damaged in transit back to us.
Once we receive and inspect your return, we’ll refund the purchase price minus the 20% restocking fee and any deductions for missing accessories or damage.
Damaged, Defective, or Wrong Items
If your scooter arrives damaged, defective, or we shipped the wrong item, that’s on us — contact us within 72 hours and we’ll cover replacement parts, a repair, or a prepaid return label at no cost to you. No restocking fee applies.
Non-Returnable Items
- Used or operated scooters
- Custom-configured orders (custom seating, upgraded tires, color changes, etc.)
- Batteries sold separately from a scooter
- Opened consumables and personal-use accessories
Order Cancellations
Orders can be canceled at no charge before they leave the warehouse. Once the scooter has shipped, our standard return policy applies.
Questions? Contact us at support@rydego.com or (949) 377-4714 before placing your order — we’d rather help you pick the right scooter the first time than process a return.
