New Volvo FH16 770 Diesel-Electric Road Tractor from Germany
This heavy-duty road tractor combines a diesel compression-ignition engine with an electric motor for hybrid propulsion, designed for hauling semi-trailers with a gross vehicle weight exceeding 36,287 kg. It falls under HTS 8701.22.0045 as a new tractor not previously sold to an ultimate purchaser, meeting the statistical note for 'new' vehicles. The G.V.W. capability supports long-haul freight transport.
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 of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify 'new' status with manufacturer certification to avoid misclassification as used; ensure EPA/CARB emissions compliance for diesel-electric hybrids
• Obtain detailed GVW specifications and propulsion system documentation to confirm HTS fit