MPS Skudo 4 IATA Plastic Dog Carrier up to 30 kg, 68 × 48 × 51 cm

MPS SKUDO IATA Skudo 4 IATA Roomy carrier for dogs up to 30 kg Rigid shell, metal door with double safety lock and a compartment for documents and accessories. The model is designed for transport, including by air when the carrier's requirements are met. Up to 30 kg 68 × 48 × 51 cm Metal door IATA model

Description

MPS Skudo 4 IATA is a plastic carrier for dogs up to 30 kg measuring 68 × 48 × 51 cm. The model is part of the Skudo IATA range from Italian manufacturer MPS and is intended for medium and larger dogs, provided the animal's dimensions allow it to settle properly.

The carrier has a rigid polypropylene (PP) shell and a metal front door with a double safety lock. Ventilation areas in the shell keep air circulating, and the top features a practical compartment for documents or small accessories.

Skudo 4 IATA is designed in line with air transport standards. For air travel, however, the specific requirements must always be confirmed in advance with your chosen airline.

Key features

• Rigid polypropylene (PP) shell.
• Metal front door.
• Double safety lock on the door.
• Ventilation openings and grilles for air circulation.
• Compartment for documents and small accessories.
• Size 68 × 48 × 51 cm.
• Stated maximum animal weight up to 30 kg.
• Carrier weight approximately 3.86 kg.
• Compatible wheels can be added.
• Separate accessories are available to prepare the Skudo range for air travel.
• Grey colour.

Who is it for?

• Medium-sized dogs.
• Some larger dogs, where their build allows them to settle comfortably.
• Animals up to 30 kg of suitable physical size.
• Car journeys.
• Vet visits and ground transport.
• Air travel after checking the conditions of the specific airline.

Important: the stated 30 kg is the maximum load capacity, not a guarantee that every dog weighing up to 30 kg will fit properly.

Material and dimensions

Shell material	polypropylene (PP)
Door	metal, with double safety lock
Dimensions	68 × 48 × 51 cm
Weight	approx. 3.86 kg
Maximum pet weight	up to 30 kg
Opening	metal front door
Ventilation	ventilation openings and grilles in the shell
Compartment	for documents and small accessories
Wheels	compatible wheels available separately
Colour	grey

For air travel

MPS Skudo 4 IATA is a model the manufacturer describes as compliant with air transport standards. This is an important difference from the claim “IATA certified”.

IATA does not issue certificates or approve specific carrier models. It sets technical rules for the safe transport of animals by air.

The final decision on whether the carrier and its specific configuration can be used for a given flight rests with the airline.

What else might be needed for a flight?

MPS offers separate accessories for the Skudo 4–7 range, including wheels, screws, grilles, a bowl and air travel preparation kits. These should not automatically be assumed to be included as standard with this product.

Before flying, check directly with the airline whether your route requires:

• additional metal fasteners between the top and bottom halves;
• additional metal ventilation grilles;
• a water and food container;
• absorbent bedding;
• cable ties or additional securing;
• live animal labels and markings;
• removing or locking the wheels.

Do not buy accessories based only on a general “IATA kit” description. The required configuration depends on the airline, route, animal and the current rules for the specific flight.

Wheels as an optional accessory

Skudo 4 weighs approximately 3.86 kg, and with an animal inside the total weight can become considerably greater. For the Skudo 4–7 range, the manufacturer offers a wheel kit as a separate accessory.

For air travel, the carrier's rules and the applicable requirements for wheels must be followed. Under certain conditions they must be removable or immobilised.

How to choose the right size?

For air travel, the right size is not determined by the dog's weight alone. The animal must have enough interior space based on its own measurements.

It must be able to:

• stand in a natural upright position;
• sit upright;
• turn around normally;
• lie down in a natural position.

A dog weighing, for example, 20–25 kg may therefore need a larger Skudo if it is tall or long-bodied.

Care

• Clean the plastic shell with water and a suitable mild cleaning product.
• Rinse thoroughly and let the carrier dry.
• Check the metal door and locking mechanism before every journey.
• Check all joints between the top and bottom halves.
• Check the ventilation grilles and openings for damage.
• Do not use the carrier if the shell is broken, the door is damaged or the lock is faulty.

Why choose MPS Skudo 4 IATA?

Skudo 4 IATA moves into the larger sizes of the MPS Skudo range and is intended for medium and large dogs. Its size of 68 × 48 × 51 cm, rigid PP shell and metal door make it suitable for situations where a sturdier carrier is needed.

A further advantage is the modular system – compatible accessories can be added to the range according to how you travel, instead of having every part permanently fitted.

Frequently asked questions

What are the dimensions of MPS Skudo 4 IATA?

The external dimensions are 68 × 48 × 51 cm.

Up to how many kilograms is it suitable for?

The stated maximum load is up to 30 kg. However, the dog's dimensions must be checked separately.

Does it open at the top?

No. Skudo 4 IATA uses a metal front door. The top half of the shell can be removed when disassembling and cleaning, but this is not an everyday top door for putting the animal in.

Is there space for documents?

Yes. The manufacturer specifies a compartment for documents or small accessories.

Are wheels included?

We do not treat them as part of the standard contents. A compatible wheel kit is available as a separate accessory for Skudo 4–7.

Has IATA certified Skudo 4?

No. IATA does not certify or approve specific brands and models of transport containers. Skudo 4 is a model that MPS describes as compliant with air transport standards.

Is it guaranteed to be accepted by the airline?

No. Before travelling you must get confirmation from the specific airline regarding the container, its size and the accessories required.

Is it suitable for cabin travel?

It should not be regarded as a standard cabin carrier. At 68 × 48 × 51 cm, the conditions of carriage must be clarified with the airline, including whether the animal will travel in the hold or cargo compartment.