Single, fully automatic QRT Max retractor (knobless) mounted with L-Track fitting Includes: Qty 1 QRT Max Retractor w/ PLI | Q8-6209-L SETTING A NEW STANDARD IN RETRACTOR SYSTEMS The QRT MAX is the premium series of self-locking and self-tensioning retractable wheelchair securement system. This fully automatic , knobless retractor provides a variety of innovative features which maximize ease of use to ensure passenger safety. Vehicle Applications: School Bus, City Bus, Coach Bus, Rail, Community
SKU: Q8-6209-L | VENDOR: Q'STRAINT
Replacement Fully Automatic QRT Max Retractor (knobless) Mounted with L-Track Fitting | Q8-6209-L
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Key Features
🎛Knobless Operation
No knobs to interfere with wheelchair wheels or footrests. Eliminates confusion about whether additional tightening is needed.
🔒Automatic, Self-Locking
Allows easy, one-handed hook-up of wheelchairs without a manual locking step.
⚙️Self-Tensioning
Automatically takes up slack — no manual tensioning required.
🟢Positive Lock Indicator (PLI)
Clearly indicates when the fitting is locked into the anchorage. Eliminates guesswork for operators.
What's Included
| Qty |
Component |
SKU |
| 1 |
Qty 1 QRT Max Retractor w/ PLI |
Q8-6209-L |
⚠ Also required — not included: L-Track rail and floor pocket hardware
Vehicle Applications
🚐 Wheelchair-Accessible Van (WAV)🚌 Paratransit / Minibus🚑 Non-Emergency Medical Transport (NEMT)🚌 School Bus🚐 Sprinter / Transit Van🚆 Rail / Community Transit
Standards & Compliance
SAE J2249Wheelchair Tie-Down Systems for Motor Vehicles
ISO 10542Wheelchairs — Tie-Down & Occupant Restraint Systems
FMVSS 209Seat Belt Assemblies
FMVSS 210Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages
FMVSS 302Flammability of Interior Materials
CSA Z605Wheelchair Securement in Motor Vehicles (Canada)
ℹ️ ADA Compliance Note: This product is designed for use in ADA-accessible transportation applications. Verify that installation meets applicable ADA requirements for your specific vehicle type and use.
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Warranty: 3-year limited. * Registration required at
qstraint.com for full coverage. Without registration, 1-year limited applies.
⚠ Warranty terms should be verified directly with the manufacturer.
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California Prop 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. See qstraint.com/prop-65
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a replacement for an existing retractor? +
Yes — this is a single replacement retractor unit. Match the brand, series, and fitting type to your existing system.
Do all four retractors need to be the same? +
Yes. All four retractors at each wheelchair securement position should be the same brand and series for system-level compatibility and compliance.
What fitting type do I need? +
Match to your existing floor anchorage: L-Track (most common in transit), Slide 'N Click (Q'Straint system), A-Track, or Smart Fitting (AMF Bruns). Check your current retractors or floor hardware to confirm.
Does this include floor hardware or a belt? +
No — this is a single retractor unit only. Floor anchorage and occupant belts are purchased separately.
What is the warranty? +
See the Warranty section above. Registration at
qstraint.com is required for full warranty coverage.
Specifications
| Specification |
Detail |
| Brand |
Q'Straint |
| SKU |
Q8-6209-L |
| Price |
$150.00 — price shown is per unit |
| Shipping |
Free Shipping |
| Warranty |
3-year limited |
| Use / Installation |
No special installation required — designed for daily operator use. |
Additional Product Information
QRT Brochure: Download Warranty: 3 years* limited warranty coverage. FEATURES KNOBLESS, ONE-HANDED OPERATION - No knobs to interfere with wheels and footrests and eliminates confusion as to whether additional tightening is required. AUTOMATIC, SELF-LOCKING - Allows easy, one-handed hook-up of wheelchairs. SELF-TENSIONING - No manual tensioning required. Retractors automatically take up ‘slack’ to ensure wheelchair passenger is always secured. POSITIVE LOCK INDICATOR - Patented feature clearly indicates when fitting is locked in anchorage (L-track application only). INTERCHANGEABLE - Eliminates confusion; no right, left, front or rear locations. LOW PROFILE & COMPACT - No mounting bracket allows retractors to fit under most footrests. ACCOMMODATES LARGER WHEELCHAIRS - Reduced overall retractor length leaves more room for wheelchairs. UNIVERSAL DESIGN - Accommodates virtually all wheelchair designs, including scooters. ULTRA-DURABLE - Constructed from hardened steel and coated in zinc for maximum corrosion resistance. J-HOOK - Reduces twisting of belts and ensures proper securement with a quarter turn accommodating virtually all wheelchair designs. FOOT RELEASE LEVER - Easy release eliminates the need to bend down. SKU: Q8-6209L
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