AVULD LD2
IATA code: DPE
Collapsible graphene carbon fiber LD2 ULD concept for cargo-handling and empty-container storage. Reference internal volume: 3.4 m³; reference gross-weight target: 1225 kg. Final AVULD specifications require confirmation.
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Empty-weight comparison
GCFP weight status: Engineering-calculated
Reference material: Aluminum and LLDPE
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 LD2 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 DPE; classification LD2; rate class Type 8D. Chart internal volume 3.4 m³ (120 ft³ as printed); maximum gross 1225 kg (2700 lb as printed). Chart envelope labels 61.5 × 60.4 × 64 in. Imperial and metric figures are rounded and may differ.
Aircraft applications updated 25 October 2026: Primary reference application: Boeing 767. The supplied DPE chart is retained. Newer 787/777X/Airbus applications are not established by that chart; operator-specific verification is required.
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 | LD2 |
|---|---|
| SKU (unique) | AVULD-LD2 |
| ULD type | LD2 |
| IATA code | DPE |
| Alternate codes | APA, DPA |
| Rate classification | Type 8D |
| Forkable | To be confirmed |
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 | 1,193.8 mm |
|---|---|
| Base width | 1,534.16 mm |
| Overall length | 1,562.1 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 | 1,193.8 mm |
| Folded width | 1,534.16 mm |
| Folded height | 332 mm |
Capacity
| Internal volume (m³) | 3.4 m³ |
|---|---|
| Maximum gross weight (kg) | 1,225 kg / 2,700.7 lb |
| Load-rating status | Design target |
| Calculated maximum payload | 1,183 kg / 2,608.1 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 | Primary reference application: Boeing 767. The supplied DPE chart is retained. Newer 787/777X/Airbus applications are not established by that chart; operator-specific verification is required. |
|---|---|
| Testing status | TBD |
| Approval / certification status | To be confirmed |
| Approval reference / limitations | FAA TSO |
Commercial
| Minimum order quantity | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Production lead time | To be confirmed |
| Warranty | To be confirmed |