AVULD LD1
IATA code: AKC
Collapsible graphene carbon fiber LD1 ULD concept for cargo-handling and empty-container storage. Reference internal volume: 4.8 m³; reference gross-weight target: 1588 kg. Final AVULD specifications require confirmation.
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Empty-weight comparison
GCFP weight status: Engineering-calculated
Reference material: Not specified by reference source
Reference basis: Published individual specification
Reference weight depends on manufacturer, materials and configuration. Calculated or estimated weights are identified above. Maximum gross weight includes the container and cargo.
AVULD LD1 is part of Avimetal’s proposed collapsible graphene carbon fiber ULD range, designed to reduce empty-container weight and storage space. Contact Avimetal for development, manufacturing and partnership inquiries.
Supplied chart: Contoured half-width container; IATA code AKC; classification LD1; rate class Type 8. Chart internal volume 4.8 m³ (169.5 ft³ as printed); maximum gross 1588 kg (3501 lb as printed). Chart envelope labels 92 × 60.4 × 64 in. Imperial and metric figures are rounded and may differ.
Aircraft applications updated 25 October 2026: Legacy/reference applications: Boeing 747 family, 767, 777; MD-11. Modern 787, 777X, A330neo and A350 variants require a specific AKC contour and loading-position review; no blanket compatibility claim.
Aircraft scope: A320neo/A321neo (including LR/XLR variants) use reduced-height LD3-45W/AKH configurations where a container loading system is installed; the full-height 64 in ULDs in this catalog are not interchangeable with LD3-45. Boeing 737 MAX and Airbus A220 are not added as standard lower-hold applications for this catalog.
Product specifications
Identity
| Model name | LD1 |
|---|---|
| SKU (unique) | AVULD-LD1 |
| ULD type | LD1 |
| IATA code | AKC |
| Alternate codes | AVC, AVD, AVK, AVJ |
| Rate classification | Type 8 |
| Forkable | No |
Materials
| Panel material | Graphene carbon fiber (GCFP) |
|---|---|
| Frame material | GCFRP Aluminum Composite |
| Base material | GCFRP Aluminum Composite |
| Hinge / folding mechanism | Kevlar Hinge |
| Door type | Solid |
| Insulation / temperature performance | GCFRP |
Dimensions (mm)
| Base length | 1,562.1 mm |
|---|---|
| Base width | 1,534.16 mm |
| Overall length | 2,336.8 mm |
| Overall width | 1,534.16 mm |
| Overall height | 1,625.6 mm |
| Door opening width | To be confirmed |
| Door opening height | To be confirmed |
| Folded length | 2,336.8 mm |
| Folded width | 1,534.16 mm |
| Folded height | 232 mm |
Capacity
| Internal volume (m³) | 4.8 m³ |
|---|---|
| Maximum gross weight (kg) | 1,588 kg / 3,500.9 lb |
| Load-rating status | Design target |
| Calculated maximum payload | 1,539 kg / 3,392.9 lb |
Folding
| Expanded occupied volume (m³) | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Folded occupied volume (m³) | To be confirmed |
| Occupied-volume reduction | To be confirmed |
| Folding time (minutes) | To be confirmed |
| People required | To be confirmed |
Compatibility and development
| Intended aircraft applications | Legacy/reference applications: Boeing 747 family, 767, 777; MD-11. Modern 787, 777X, A330neo and A350 variants require a specific AKC contour and loading-position review; no blanket compatibility claim. |
|---|---|
| Testing status | No model-specific test report supplied. |
| Approval / certification status | TBD |
| Approval reference / limitations | FAA TSO |
Commercial
| Minimum order quantity | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Production lead time | To be confirmed |
| Warranty | To be confirmed |