Hauck Rapid 4S
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Hauck Rapid 4S

DISCONTINUED in 2020
The simple, quick-folding urban forward-facer
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The Hauck Rapid 4S is a new, higher version of the urban four-wheeler Hauck Rapid 4. In addition to the new colors and more padding, the 4S has an oval hood which can be extended not only with a pop-out sun visor, but also with a zippered mesh ventilation panel. It was tested for a high weight capacity of up to 22 kg. The non-reversible seat can handle even a bigger child; for the smaller ones, you can recline it flat. The stroller is either sold separately with an optional soft carrycot or available as a 3in1 stroller system Hauck Rapid 4 Plus Trio Set with a carrycot and a car seat included.

Hauck Rapid 4S Features & Specifications

The Basics

Type
Pushchair (seat and chassis only), 3in1 stroller system
Stroller weight
9.7 kg
Unfolded dimensions (h×w×l)
108 cm x 54 cm x 93 cm
Folded dimensions (h×w×l)
80 cm x 54 cm x 40 cm
Chassis material
Steel
Country of origin
Germany

The Seat unit

Maximum weight capacity - seat load
22 kg
Recommended age range (best to use with a child of)
0-36 months
Reversible seat unit
No
L-shaped, bucket-type seat unit
No
Reclining backrest
Yes, infinite recline
Full-recline backrest (a bigger-than-a-150-degree-angle to a lie-flat)
Yes
Backrest recline type
Strap-operated
One-hand backrest recline system
No
Extendable backrest
No
Legrest positioning
Yes, 3 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
33 x 22 cm
Total length of the seat unit
87 cm
A higher seat unit's position on the chassis
No
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
Wipe-clean only
Safety harness type
5-point
Harness padding
Yes
Height-adjustable harness belts
Yes
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
Yes
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
No
Ventilation integrated into the canopy
No
A pocket integrated into the canopy
Yes
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
No
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
No
Height-adjustable bumper bar
No
Bumper bar features a fabric (non-wipe-clean) cover
No
Bumper bar features an extra crotch strap
Yes

The Wheels

Number of wheels
4
Front wheel(s) type
EVA foam-coated wheels
Rear wheels type
EVA foam-coated wheels
Front wheels diameter
17.5 cm
Rear wheels diameter
18.5 cm
Swivel wheels
Yes
Lockable wheels
Yes
Removable wheels
Yes
All wheels are double wheels
No
All-terrain version of wheels available to purchase separately
No
Wheels equipped with mudguards
No,
Two-wheel mode
No

The Suspension

Suspension
Yes
Wheels with suspension
All
Suspension type
Mechanical (internal spring-loaded mechanism)
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
Yes
Plane-travel-friendly stroller with an ultra-compact fold (suitable as carry-on luggage)
No
Folds with the (forward-facing) seat attached
Yes
Folds with the rearward-facing seat attached
n/a
Self-standing fold
Yes
Auto-lock feature of the folded chassis
Yes
Folded stroller can be pulled behind like luggage
No
Stroller folds and/or unfolds by itself
No
Equipped with a carry strap/carry handle
Yes
Outward fold (the seat fabrics are on the outside after folding)
Yes

The Handlebar

Handle height adjustment
Pivoting
Handlebar material
Plastic
Handlebar height
76-109 cm
Reversible handlebar (handle can be flipped to the other side)
No
Safety wrist strap
No

The Basket

Shopping basket
Yes
Large shopping basket
Yes
Basket's weight capacity
3 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
76 x 33 cm
Carry handle on the carrycot
Yes,
Inclining carrycot mattress
No,
Foldable carrycot
Yes,
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)
No,
Carrycot positioned high on the frame
No

The Car seat

Car seat compatible
Yes (without adapters)
Car seat sold separately
No
Maxi-Cosi/Cybex car seat attachment-type adapters available
No
Britax Römer car seat attachment-type adapters available
No

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
No
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

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Parent reviews of the Hauck Rapid 4S

4.6/5
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  • an infinite amount of recline position, but the upright position is not very upright
  • the folding handle is on the seat, and since I am using a seat liner, I always have to go under it to find the handle
  • the seat folds outwards, meaning the crumbs do fall off, but in the car boot, the pushchair can get dirty

Lightweight and easy to maneuver. Nice high weight capacity, making it suitable for an older toddler too. We also needed - and appreciated with this model, that the handlebar can be adjusted - every pushchair should have this feature. The basket is easy to access. There is also a pocket for your bits and pieces in the back of the canopy.

There are a few drawbacks, but in the end, it's a nice brand of a pushchair for a nice price. You only get a cup holder with this pushchair, no rain cover, or leg cover. I wish the rain cover would be there, though...

  • extended canopy
  • lightweight
  • compact
  • high weight capacity, so good also for older toddlers
  • perfect folding system
  • they could have more colors to choose from, but I am OK with our black one

The best stroller I could buy for my one-year-old son. It's lightweight, folds comfortably with one hand, fits in the trunk of a small car. The maneuverability is nice, it can handle even some all-terrain, and for the city, it's ideal.

The seat features an extended canopy with UPF50+ sun protection. Its material is waterproof. It can be fully reclined and has a weight capacity of up to 22 kg, which is great - I suppose I won't need another stroller.

Wheels are smaller, made of foam, but covered with a rubber layer, so there is no puncture, nor will you have a problem with them getting full of small stones. They still look like new, even though I am not very gentle while using the stroller. The basket I use for shopping or any essential items is spacious and easy to access even when the baby is sleeping, and the backrest is reclined. The adjustable handle and the included cup holder is just a bonus to this awesome stroller. For me, a perfect choice for a reasonable price.

Maximum satisfaction. We didnt encounter any problems during its use.

Your questions about the Hauck Rapid 4S

1)

Hello,

I would like to know if I buy a stroller only and a car seat, would I be able to put the car seat in the stroller? Would it fit?

Hey, Deimante,

I am not sure what you mean. The Hauck Rapid 42 stroller does accept a car seat, but ONLY a Hauck car seat. The fitting car seat is usually included in the Trio Set (3in1) or in the Shop N Drive 2in1 travel system (= pushchair + capsule). Usually, the car seat included is the Hauck Comfort Fix (and it does have an OK ADAC result, no worries).

Just any car seat, e.g., a Maxi-Cosi or a Cybex, will NOT fit this buggy, unfortunately. The Hauck strollers are mostly made for Hauck car seats only.

.eli - 11 Sep 2021

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