G.V.W. not exceeding 36,287 kg
Tractors (other than tractors of heading 8709): > Road tractors for semi-trailers: > With only electric motor for propulsion > New: > G.V.W. not exceeding 36,287 kg
Duty Rate (from China)
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Articles of iron or steel, derivative articles of iron or steel, articles of aluminum, derivative articles of aluminum, passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks and parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks, semiconductor articles, semi-finished copper and intensive copper derivative products, wood products, or medium- and heavy-duty vehicles or medium- and heavy-duty vehicle parts, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Articles as provided for in subdivision (e) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, as provided for in subdivision (g) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Products classified under HTS 8701.24.00.15
Freightliner eCascadia Electric Road Tractor
The Freightliner eCascadia is a Class 8 battery-electric road tractor designed for semi-trailers, featuring a 470 kWh battery pack and dual electric motors providing up to 536 horsepower. It qualifies under HTS 8701.24.0015 as a new road tractor with only electric propulsion and GVW under 36,287 kg, built primarily for hauling semi-trailers on highways. This model supports zero-emission long-haul trucking with a range of approximately 230 miles.
Tesla Semi Electric Road Tractor
Tesla Semi is a fully electric Class 8 road tractor for semi-trailers, powered exclusively by electric motors with a tri-motor configuration delivering over 1,000 horsepower. Classified under HTS 8701.24.0015 as a new vehicle with GVW not exceeding 36,287 kg, it features advanced autonomous driving capabilities and a 500-mile range. Designed specifically for long-haul freight hauling without any diesel components.
Peterbilt 579EV Electric Road Tractor
Peterbilt 579EV is a battery-electric version of the popular 579 road tractor model, engineered for semi-trailer hauling with a 300+ mile range and 400 kW peak power. It meets HTS 8701.24.0015 criteria as a new, electric-only propelled road tractor with GVW under 36,287 kg. The cab-forward design optimizes aerodynamics for highway freight efficiency.
Kenworth T680E Electric Road Tractor
The Kenworth T680E features a 650 kWh battery system and electric drivetrain for semi-trailer operations, qualifying as a new road tractor under HTS 8701.24.0015 with GVW not over 36,287 kg. It offers predictive cruise control and rapid DC charging for continuous highway service. Exclusively electric propulsion distinguishes it from conventional diesel models.
Volvo VNR Electric Road Tractor
Volvo VNR Electric is a Class 8 road tractor with tandem electric motors and 264 kWh or 565 kWh battery options, designed for regional semi-trailer hauling. It falls under HTS 8701.24.0015 as a new electric-propelled tractor with GVW ≤36,287 kg. Features include V2G capability and aerodynamic fairings for efficiency.
Daimler eFreightliner Day Cab Tractor
Daimler eFreightliner Day Cab is a zero-emission electric road tractor for day cab semi-trailer operations, with 438 kWh batteries and up to 230-mile range. Classified in HTS 8701.24.0015 for new electric road tractors GVW under 36,287 kg. Compact day cab design suits urban distribution routes.
Hyundai Xcient Fuel Cell Tractor
Although hydrogen fuel cell powered, the Hyundai Xcient FCEV tractor qualifies under electric motor propulsion classification for tariff purposes, with GVW under 36,287 kg. HTS 8701.24.0015 covers new road tractors using electric motors (including fuel cell electric). Provides 400 km range for semi-trailer transport.
Nikola Tre BEV Road Tractor
Nikola Tre BEV is a battery-electric Class 8 tractor with 733 kWh batteries and 500+ mile range, designed exclusively for semi-trailers. Meets HTS 8701.24.0015 as new electric road tractor GVW ≤36,287 kg. Features bidirectional charging and extreme duty cycle capabilities.