The Segway F3 is an 18.6 kg commuter with a 477 Wh battery, hydraulic front and elastomer rear suspension, 10 inch self-healing tyres and a native 25 km/h Australian top speed. It sits below the F3 Pro while retaining the same headline range claim.
The F3 is the better-value Series 3 choice when low weight and ride comfort matter more than maximum hill performance or a second disc brake. Stock was inconsistent when checked, so compare availability rather than assuming the displayed sale price is immediately orderable.
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Link and listing checked 4 Oct 2026Check availabilityCombined F3 and F3 Pro listing; select the base F3 variant before ordering.
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Link and listing checked 4 Oct 2026Check availabilityLegality is computed from this scooter's specs against each state and territory's rules. It is a guide, not legal advice. Results use published catalogue evidence and the linked official definitions, not physical certification. Unknown required measurements stay unconfirmed. Check the current source and exact unit before riding.
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NSW does not permit personal e-scooters on roads or road-related areas. Private property only; shared hire trials are separate.
Source: Transport for NSW (verified 17 Oct 2026)Published specifications meet the checked VIC device limits. 20 km/h riding maximum; no footpaths. Shared paths, bicycle paths and permitted roads up to 60 km/h; obey signs and give way. Check working brakes, warning equipment, lights, signs and rider requirements before riding.
Source: Transport Victoria (verified 17 Oct 2026)QLD eligibility unconfirmed: verified width and height, wheelbase (not overall length) required. No more than 60 kg, 750 mm wide and 1350 mm high; wheelbase no more than 1100 mm for two or more axles. Effective stopping system and a warning device where required. The current PMD definition includes motor-only capability no more than 25 km/h. Through 28 February 2027, a transition covers devices manufactured before 1 July 2026 that met the former definition. A model year or app mode does not establish this exception; we do not presume it for unverified units. Do not treat missing evidence as approval.
Source: Queensland Government (verified 17 Oct 2026)SA eligibility unconfirmed: verified unfolded dimensions required. No more than 45 kg and 1250 x 700 x 1350 mm; effective brakes, warning device and no dangerous protrusions. Check the exact device and local rules, not an app speed mode alone. Do not treat missing evidence as approval.
Source: Government of South Australia (mylicence) (verified 17 Oct 2026)WA eligibility unconfirmed: verified unfolded dimensions required. No more than 25 kg and 1250 x 700 x 1350 mm; maximum 25 km/h capability on level ground. Do not treat missing evidence as approval.
Source: WA Road Safety Commission (verified 17 Oct 2026)TAS eligibility unconfirmed: verified unfolded dimensions required. PMD: no more than 45 kg and 1250 x 700 x 1350 mm (inclusive legislative boundaries), motor-only capability no more than 25 km/h and an effective stopping system. A separately defined maker-marked maximum 200 W / 10 km/h motorised scooter has different age treatment. Do not treat missing evidence as approval.
Source: Transport Tasmania (verified 17 Oct 2026)Exceeds NT's private motorised-scooter definition of maximum combined 200 W and motor-only 10 km/h. An app riding mode does not establish the exception.
Source: Northern Territory Government (verified 17 Oct 2026)ACT eligibility unconfirmed: verified unfolded dimensions required. No more than 60 kg and 1250 x 700 x 1350 mm, effective brakes and maximum 25 km/h capability on level ground. Do not treat missing evidence as approval.
Source: ACT Government City Services (verified 17 Oct 2026)| Motor (continuous) | 450 W |
| Motor (peak) | 1000 W |
| Dual motor | No |
| Top speed (unrestricted) | 25 km/h |
| Can be limited to 25 km/h | Yes |
| Range, Claimed (manufacturer) | 70 km |
| Range, Estimated (ScootFinder) | 49 km |
| Range, ScootFinder tested | Not tested yet |
| Battery | 477 Wh |
| Water resistance | IPX6 |
| Unfolded dimensions (L x W x H) | Not verified |
| Wheelbase (axle spacing) | Not verified; overall length is not wheelbase |
| Weight | 18.6 kg |
| Max rider weight | 120 kg |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Seat option | No |
| Tyres | 10 inch self-healing tubeless |
| Suspension | Front hydraulic, rear elastomer |
| Brakes | Front disc, rear electronic brake |
Range labels: Claimed is the manufacturer figure, Estimated is ScootFinder's planning estimate, and ScootFinder tested is only shown after our own Range Test. How we rate range.
Segway publishes 70 km at a steady 15 km/h and about 50 km in Sport mode at 25 km/h. ScootFinder uses 49 km as a mixed-use planning estimate, not an independent test result.
Commuters wanting Segway's entry Gen-3 F-series scooter, light at 18.6 kg with genuine front suspension.
Light at 18.6 kg with front hydraulic suspension and tubeless tyres for its price point.
The rear brake is electronic rather than a second mechanical disc, and Segway's 70 km claim is measured at low speed.
Check before buying. Confirm current promo pricing, which varies noticeably by retailer.
Published device specifications meet the checked limits in Victoria. Eligibility remains unconfirmed in Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania and the ACT. An app speed mode alone is not approval. WA device eligibility is not confirmed by speed alone; weight, dimensions and configuration matter. NSW personal e-scooters remain private-property only; NT has a separate maximum 200 W / 10 km/h definition. Rider age, equipment, licence and route conditions still apply.
QLD eligibility unconfirmed: verified width and height, wheelbase (not overall length) required. No more than 60 kg, 750 mm wide and 1350 mm high; wheelbase no more than 1100 mm for two or more axles. Effective stopping system and a warning device where required. The current PMD definition includes motor-only capability no more than 25 km/h. Through 28 February 2027, a transition covers devices manufactured before 1 July 2026 that met the former definition. A model year or app mode does not establish this exception; we do not presume it for unverified units. Do not treat missing evidence as approval. General rule: age 16+ and a valid learner-or-higher driver licence. Specified exceptions cover supervised riders aged 12 to 17 (including unlicensed 16 and 17 year olds), eligible medical exemptions for riders 16+, and designated recreational areas. Supervision and exemption conditions still apply. A transitional reasonable-excuse provision for the licence requirement runs through 29 November 2026; it is not a blanket licence exemption. The current PMD definition includes motor-only capability no more than 25 km/h. Through 28 February 2027, a transition covers devices manufactured before 1 July 2026 that met the former definition. A model year or app mode does not establish this exception; we do not presume it for unverified units. 12 km/h on footpaths and crossings, and when passing pedestrians on shared paths. Otherwise obey signed path limits up to 25 km/h. Roads up to 60 km/h and specified bicycle-lane exceptions; check signs and the route.
Personal e-scooters remain illegal on NSW roads and road-related areas, including footpaths, shared paths and bicycle lanes. Use a personal e-scooter on private property only. Shared hire trials have separate approved areas and rules.
The claimed range is 70 km, measured by the maker in ideal conditions. ScootFinder estimates about 49 km for mixed everyday riding. That is an estimate, not a test result. Hills, rider weight, cold weather and riding at top speed all cut range, so plan with some battery in reserve.
It weighs 18.6 kg. The maximum rider weight is 120 kg. It folds for carrying and storage.
When we last checked on 4 October 2026, the lowest price we found was $1,199 at Segway Australia against an RRP of $1,299. It was sold out there at the time. We list 2 Australian sellers on this page. Prices change, so check the seller before buying.
It has an IPX6 rating, which means it resists strong water jets. No e-scooter is truly waterproof, so avoid deep puddles and do not wash it with a hose.
Answers use our latest price check and the state rules on file. Check this scooter against your state.
Current catalogue models for related riding needs, within a comparable price band where both prices are known. Dated availability is prioritised before category and price proximity. These are research suggestions, not ride-test rankings or public-use approval.
CommuterWhy compare: Same commuter category; $100 less in the dated catalogue; 16 km more estimated range, not tested.
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CommuterWhy compare: Same commuter category; $100.95 more in the dated catalogue; 2.4 kg lighter on published figures.
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CommuterWhy compare: Same commuter category; $200 less in the dated catalogue.
Seller reported available at the 2026-10-17 seller check. Confirm the exact offer and delivery; this is not live stock.
CommuterNewWhy compare: Same commuter category; $200 less in the dated catalogue.
Seller reported available at the 2026-10-17 seller check. Confirm the exact offer and delivery; this is not live stock.
Specifications, price and stock were checked against Segway Australia and an authorised Australian retailer. This is a researched guide, not a hands-on review.
