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ABC Design 3Tec
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ABC Design 3Tec

DISCONTINUED in 2013
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The ABC Design 3Tec is a stroller system featuring a design-specific, dynamic three-wheeled chassis equipped with a central suspension. A central bar is connecting the single, adjustable handlebars - this enables you to steer the stroller using either one or two hands. The chassis is easily maneuverable and can handle most terrains as well as quick turning. You need to take the seat off the chassis before folding it. The small front double-wheel will automatically fold inwards for a more compact fold.

The bucket-type seat can be reclined fully in both directions. The leg rest is individually adjustable. The seat also features a soft seat liner with an integrated head support cushion. The liner, as well as the sun visor, is removable and you can swap it for another - optional one in a different color. The shopping basket underneath the seat can be extended by unzipping. Even so, it is still on the smaller side and suitable for carrying your bits and pieces. The 3Tec is available as either a 2in1 stroller system or a 3in1 stroller system featuring a foldable carrycot with integrated mosquito net and a car seat. Using adapters, you can add the optional carrycot Doozy that can also be used in the car instead of a Group 0+ car seat.

ABC Design 3Tec Features & Specifications

The Basics

Type
2in1 stroller system, 3in1 stroller system
Stroller weight
13.5 kg
Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
100 cm x 62 cm x 86 cm
Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
77 cm x 62 cm x 47 cm frame only
Chassis material
Aluminum
Country of origin
Germany
Only available as a stroller system
Yes

The Seat unit

Maximum weight capacity - seat load
15 kg
Recommended age range (best to use with a child of)
0-24 months
Reversible seat unit
Yes
Easy-release memory button(s) on the seat or the carrycot
No
L-shaped, bucket-type seat unit
Yes
Reclining backrest
Yes, 3 positions
Full-recline backrest (a bigger-than-a-150-degree-angle to a lie-flat)
Yes
Backrest recline type
Side-buttons-operated recline mechanism
One-hand backrest recline system
No
Extendable backrest
No
Legrest positioning
Yes, 2 positions
Extendable leg rest
No
Wipe-clean layer on the leg rest
No
Footrest
Yes
Backrest height
46 cm
Width and depth of the sitting surface
30 x 27 cm
Total length of the seat unit
90 cm
A higher seat unit's position on the chassis
Yes
Height-adjustable seat
No
Seat unit's proper attachment indicator
No
2in1 convertible carrycot/seat unit (pramette travel system)
No
Fabrics removable for cleaning
Yes
Seat fabrics cleaning
Machine washable
Safety harness type
5-point
Harness padding
Yes
Height-adjustable harness belts
No
Ventilation integrated into the seat
No
Second seat can be attached (single-to-double convertibility)
No

The Canopy (Hood)

Seat unit equipped with a canopy/hood
Yes
Extendable canopy/hood
No
The canopy/hood features a sun visor
Yes
Floating, follow-the-sun canopy
No
Height-adjustable canopy
No
Removable canopy
Yes
Waterproof canopy
Yes
UV protection in the (canopy) fabrics
Yes
Ventilation integrated into the canopy
No
A pocket integrated into the canopy
No
Peek-a-boo viewing window present on the canopy
Yes
Peek-a-boo window can be closed/covered
Yes
Quiet (magnetic/no velcro) peek-a-boo window
Yes
Reinforcing side clasps present on the canopy
No

The Bumper bar

Bumper bar
Yes
Bumper bar type (style)
Bar
Removable bumper bar
Yes
Gate-opening (swing-away) bumper bar
Yes
Height-adjustable bumper bar
No
Bumper bar features a fabric (non-wipe-clean) cover
Yes
Bumper bar features an extra crotch strap
No

The Wheels

Number of wheels
3
Front wheel(s) type
EVA foam-coated wheels
Rear wheels type
EVA foam-coated wheels
Front wheels diameter
18 cm
Rear wheels diameter
26 cm
Swivel wheels
Yes
Lockable wheels
Yes
Removable wheels
Yes
All wheels are double wheels
No
Number of double wheels
1
All-terrain version of wheels available to purchase separately
No
Wheels equipped with mudguards
Yes,
Two-wheel mode
No

The Suspension

Suspension
Yes
Suspension type
Open springs
Adjustable suspension softness
No
Rocking chassis
No

The Brake

Central brake system/type
Push down-lift up pedal brake
Deceleration handbrake
No,

The Fold

Folding system
Flat (compact) fold
One-hand fold
No
Plane-travel-friendly stroller with an ultra-compact fold (suitable as carry-on luggage)
No
Folds with the (forward-facing) seat attached
No
Folds with the rearward-facing seat attached
n/a
Self-standing fold
Yes
Auto-lock feature of the folded chassis
No
Folded stroller can be pulled behind like luggage
No
Stroller folds and/or unfolds by itself
No
Equipped with a carry strap/carry handle
No

The Handlebar

Handle height adjustment
Telescopic
Handlebar material
Foam
Handlebar height
101-106 cm
Reversible handlebar (handle can be flipped to the other side)
No
Safety wrist strap
No

The Basket

Shopping basket
Yes
Large shopping basket
No
Basket's weight capacity
2 kg
Closable basket
No
An extra basket can be attached to the frame
No
A pocket integrated into the seat/elsewhere on the stroller frame
No

The Carrycot

Carrycot compatible
Yes (without adapters)
Internal dimensions of the carrycot - mattress measurement
77 x 34 cm (3Tec, 73x27 Doozy)
Carry handle on the carrycot
Yes,
Inclining carrycot mattress
No,
Foldable carrycot
Yes, 3Tec
Rocking-base carrycot
No
Ventilatilated carrycot base (bottom ventilation system)
No,
Carrycot installable in the car instead of a group 0+ car seat (Auto carrycot)
Yes, Doozy
Carrycot positioned high on the frame
Yes

The Car seat

Car seat compatible
Yes (with adapters)
Car seat sold separately
Yes
Maxi-Cosi/Cybex car seat attachment-type adapters available
Yes
Britax Römer car seat attachment-type adapters available
Yes

The Accessories & Extra features

Parent tray/organizer on the handlebar (included)
No
Cup holder can be attached
No
Reflective elements
No
No pushchair mode/seat-unit configuration available
No
Rain cover included
No
Mosquito net included
No
Leg cover (apron) included with the seat unit
No
Seat liner/insert included
Yes
Changing bag included
No
Carry bag/transport cover for the folded stroller included
No
Motorized/Baterry-powered
No
LED light(s)
No
Built-in audio speakers
No
A storage/bag can be attached instead of a seat
No

Parent reviews of the ABC Design 3Tec

4.2/5
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Not suitable for the outdoors

5
  • robust chassis
  • beautiful look
  • pram's weight - it's quite heavy

Great design. I am satisfied, I would not change it. Maybe for a bigger child it is not spacious enough.

More like a fashion accessory, not very practical. It doesn't rock and there's little room in it. It's more just for transporting the child from place to place around town. Not suitable for the outdoors at all.

I quite missed the fourth wheel

3
  • Compactness
  • Three wheels

I quite missed the fourth wheel, to be honest. But it is pretty, and not too bulky.

I always wanted a stroller like this

5
  • It is perfect, and I would not change my decision
  • None

It is perfect. I always wanted a stroller like this. I was extremely pleased with it, and I am already excited to use it with my second baby 🙂

We were satisfied with this model, but it was 8 years ago 😁 However, now, I would not choose it again. It would be very impractical for me - considering the new modern models that are available these days.

  • Handy and compact - fits in the trunk of a small car
  • Extreme satisfaction with the car seat Risus
  • Bucket seat not suitable for us

The bassinet and the car seat are perfect. We did not use the seat unit, though 🙂

4 stars out of 5

4

I would rate it 4 stars out of 5.

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