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Vector TQ Electric Locomotive Prototype

The Vector TQ is a prototype hybrid locomotive with battery-external power capability, but its design includes external power collection. When configured for external power, it is a rail locomotive powered from an external source, fitting tariff item 8601.10.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China9.5%—9.5%
🇲🇽Mexico9.5%—9.5%
🇺🇸United States9.5%+25.0%34.5%
🇩🇪Germany9.5%—9.5%
🇯🇵Japan9.5%—9.5%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8601.20.00Same rate: 9.5%

If the locomotive operates primarily on battery power

Battery-powered locomotives are classified under a different item.

8602.10.00Same rate: 9.5%

If a diesel engine is the primary power source

Diesel-electric locomotives fall under a different heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Determine the primary power source for classification; if external power is the main mode, 8601.10.00 applies

• Provide CBSA with detailed technical specifications

• Ensure the prototype meets Canadian safety and certification standards

Related Products under Tariff item 8601.10.00

ABB Lok 2000 Electric Locomotive

The ABB Lok 2000 is a four-system electric locomotive designed for freight service, drawing power from overhead catenary lines via pantographs. Its operation relies entirely on an external source of electricity, aligning with tariff item 8601.10.00 for rail locomotives powered externally.

Adtranz Class 185 Electric Locomotive

The Adtranz Class 185 is a multi-system electric locomotive for European freight, operating on external 15kV or 25kV AC overhead power. It is a rail locomotive powered exclusively from an external source of electricity, fitting tariff item 8601.10.00.

Alstom Prima Electric Locomotive

The Alstom Prima is a modular electric locomotive series powered by overhead electric lines, used for freight and passenger services. As a rail locomotive dependent on an external source of electricity, it is classified under tariff item 8601.10.00.

Bombardier TRAXX Electric Locomotive

The Bombardier TRAXX is a multi-system electric locomotive powered from external catenary at 15-25kV, optimized for cross-border freight. It operates solely on external electricity, making it eligible for tariff item 8601.10.00.

Class 92 Electric Locomotive

The Class 92 is a dual-voltage electric locomotive for Channel Tunnel freight, powered externally via overhead wires at 25kV AC or 3kV DC. As a rail locomotive dependent on external electrical supply, it falls under tariff item 8601.10.00.

Hitachi H5 Electric Locomotive

The Hitachi H5 is a high-speed electric locomotive for Shinkansen lines, powered externally at 25kV AC. It is a rail locomotive relying on an external source of electricity, fitting tariff item 8601.10.00.