The ULTRAPOD Series from Phoenix LiDAR Systems is a complete, turnkey aerial integration solution engineered for a wide range of mapping and survey missions. The ULTRAPOD is available in two variants — UP240 and UP2 — to support specific payload configurations. The UP240 is designed to support the RANGER-U240 payload, while the UP580 is designed for the UP580. Constructed from a lightweight, durable composite housing, the ULTRAPOD is FAA and EASA approved for installation on Cessna 172, 182, 206, and 208 aircraft, providing a flexible and user-friendly mounting platform for LiDAR and imaging systems.
ULTRAPOD-UP240/UP580
A COMPLETE SURVEY-GRADE LIDAR SOLUTION FOR CERTIFIED CESSNA AIRCRAFT
2.5-5 cm @ 350 m
RMSEz System Accuracy
-
RMSDz Instraswath Precision
12 km2/h
Area Coverage
900 m
Max AGL @ 20% Reflectivity
~22 kg
Max Payload
100°
Field of View
ULTRAPOD
0°
Scan Angle(s)
ULTRAPOD
OVERVIEW
AIRCRAFT OPTIONS
Fixed Wing
PRIMARY APPLICATIONS
Utilities
Rail
Open Pit Mining
Wide Area Mapping
Agriculture & Forestry
Highly adaptable to a variety of sensors depending on the demands of each project, the ULTRAPOD system also features live sensor control during acquisition, allowing the operator to respond as necessary. It allows for higher flight altitudes with larger coverage areas, making it well-suited for efficient, large-scale data collection.
The ULTRAPOD UP240 and UP580 are designed for mounting on a wide variety of Cessna aircraft including 172, 182, 206, and 208 models.
Full specifications
Specification
UP240
UP580
Weight
6.0 kg / 13.2 lbs
5.1 kg / 11.3 lbs
Frontal Area
707.1 cm² / 109.6 in²
819.7 cm² / 127.1 in²
Length
79.4 cm / 31.25 in
85.4 cm / 33.6
Diameter
29.9 cm / 11.8 in
33 cm / 13 in
Max Payload
16.7 kg / 36.8 lbs
17.6 kg / 38.7 lbs
STC
FAA and EASA
FAA and EASA
Performance
~12 km²
~12 km²
Supported Payloads
RANGER-U160 & RANGER-U240
RANGER-U240 & RANGER-U580
Accessories & Options
IMU Upgrade
PLS Care
DIMENSIONS (mm)
ULTRAPOD UP240
ULTRAPOD UP580
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