Peterbilt 579 UltraLiner Road Tractor from Germany
Peterbilt 579 with UltraLiner package is a diesel-powered 6x4 road tractor for long-haul semi-trailers, featuring PACCAR MX-13 engine and extreme-haul specifications. Includes premium interior and Bendix Fusion system. Classified in 8701.21.00 for compression-ignition diesel and semi-trailer purpose.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
29%
Rate breakdown
9903.74.0125%Medium- and heavy-duty vehicles as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Declare sleeper berth configuration accurately as it affects statistical reporting
• Ensure tractor presented without mounted implements to avoid reclassification
• High-value imports require detailed appraisal; watch for undervaluation penalties