# Strong User-Configurable Drones The xFold Drone Lifts Up to 1,000 Pounds By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-12-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xfold-drone References: [newatlas](https://newatlas.com/drones/user-configurable-xfold-drone/) & [xfoldrig](http://www.xfoldrig.com/) The xFold drone is a premium piece of equipment from the San Francisco-based startup ZM Interactive that is intended to provide users with everything they need to accommodate their changing needs. The drone comes in four [carbon fiber body model](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsmall-drone) choices that can each be flown with their quadcopter base or with the six, eight or even 12 motor/propeller units. This will enable the drone to carry up to 1,000 pounds to make it a premium [cargo-friendly solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargo-glider) that is business-ready. The various xFold drones identify what's being done to help drastically enhance the capabilities of [professional outfits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-zenmuse-l3) that require a better way to transport cargo. While availability and pricing has not been made available, interested parties can contact the company for further info. Image Credit: xFold ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/robots) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **User-configurable Drones:** The xFold drone allows users to customize and adapt their drone to meet changing needs, opening up opportunities for personalized drone solutions. - **Cargo-friendly Drones:** The xFold drone's ability to carry up to 1,000 pounds presents disruptive innovation opportunities for businesses in the logistics and delivery industry. - **Enhanced Drone Capabilities:** The xFold drone showcases advancements in drone technology, creating opportunities for businesses in industries that require improved transportation methods. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Logistics and Delivery:** The cargo-carrying capabilities of the xFold drone offer possibilities for revolutionizing the logistics and delivery industry. - **Aerospace and Defense:** The xFold drone's customizable design and powerful motor units have potential applications in the aerospace and defense industry. - **Film and Media:** The xFold drone's user-configurable features make it a valuable tool for the film and media industry, allowing for creative and flexible shots. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modular Self-Flying Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoverair-x1-pro.md) - [Autonomous Commercial-Ready Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fixar-007.md) - [Logistical Heavy-Duty Delivery Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-flycart-100.md) - [Foldable All-Weather Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matrice-30.md) - [Autonomous Cargo Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargo-drones.md) - [Foldable Camera Drone Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-1.md) - [Enterprise-Ready Drone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-matrice-400.md) - [Autonomous VTOL Cargo Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vtol-cargo-drone.md) - [Heavy-Lifting Unmanned Helicopters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heavylifting-unmanned-helicopter.md)