Caterpillar 657G Wheel Tractor Scraper
The Caterpillar 657G is a large self-propelled wheel tractor scraper with a heaped capacity exceeding 13.7 cubic meters, designed for high-volume earthmoving in construction and mining. It falls under HTS 8429.30.0040 as a new scraper exceeding the specified capacity threshold per statistical notes for heavy earthmoving machinery.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If configured as a front-end shovel loader
Reclassified to shovel loaders if primary function shifts to loading rather than scraping earth.
If imported as chassis without scraper bowl
Dump truck chassis heading applies to unfinished vehicles lacking earthmoving implement.
If used primarily for mining operations
Other moving, grading, leveling machinery covers specialized mining scrapers outside construction use.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify machine's heaped capacity certification exceeds 13.7 m³ with manufacturer specs for accurate HTS classification
• Include detailed bill of lading noting 'new' condition and self-propelled scraper type to avoid reclassification
• Prepare EPA emissions compliance docs for diesel engines common in these large scrapers
Related Products under HTS 8429.30.00.40
Komatsu WD600-8 Wheel Loader Scraper
Komatsu WD600-8 features an integrated scraper bowl with capacity over 13.7 m³ for efficient overburden removal in large-scale projects. Classified under HTS 8429.30.0040 for new scrapers exceeding volume limits in the self-propelled bulldozer/ scraper category.
John Deere 870G LC Wheel Tractor Scraper
John Deere 870G LC scraper offers over 14 m³ capacity with low-cost operation for highway and site preparation. HTS 8429.30.0040 covers this new, self-propelled scraper due to its exceeding volume and earthmoving function.
Volvo G940 Scrapermatic Wheel Scraper
Volvo G940 automated scraper exceeds 15 m³ capacity with GPS-guided operation for precision earthmoving. Falls under HTS 8429.30.0040 as new scraper machinery per chapter notes for self-propelled graders/scrapers.
Terex TS14B Twin Engine Scrapermatic
Terex TS14B twin-engine scraper provides 16+ m³ capacity for continuous loading cycles in mining. Classified HTS 8429.30.0040 for new scrapers over 13.7 m³ in self-propelled construction machinery.