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Vehicles specially designed for traveling on snow

Motor cars and other motor vehicles principally designed for the transport of persons (other than those of heading 8702), including station wagons and racing cars: > Vehicles specially designed for traveling on snow; golf carts and similar vehicles: > Vehicles specially designed for traveling on snow

Duty Rate (from China)

20%
MFN Base Rate2.5%

Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Total Effective Rate20%

Products classified under HTS 8703.10.10.00

DMC Snow Commander Crew Cab

DMC Snow Commander features a crew cab on tracks for snow travel in pipeline maintenance, transporting 6 workers. Rugged build for -50C temps. Classified HTS 8703.10.10.00.

Robson SnowCat Explorer

Robson SnowCat Explorer is for adventure tourism, carrying tourists on snow safaris with panoramic views. Tracks ensure snow-only capability. HTS 8703.10.10.00 designation.

Thwaites Snow Transporter Deluxe

Thwaites deluxe snow transporters move personnel across avalanche zones with luxury seating and comms. Exclusively snow-designed under HTS 8703.10.10.00.

Snowcat Snow Groomer Vehicle

A heavy-duty tracked vehicle specially designed for traveling on snow, used primarily by ski resorts to groom slopes and transport personnel across deep snow. It features wide tracks for flotation and a pressurized cab for operator comfort in harsh winter conditions. Classified under HTS 8703.10.10.00 as it is principally designed for snow travel, not standard road use.

PistenBully Snowcat Resort Transporter

The PistenBully is a specialized snow vehicle for traveling on unprepared snow surfaces at ski resorts, transporting workers and gear. Its rubber tracks and tilting cab enable navigation through powder snow. It fits HTS 8703.10.10.00 due to its primary design for snow mobility in passenger transport role.

Tucker Sno-Cat Passenger Model

Tucker Sno-Cat's passenger variant is built for snow travel, seating up to 12 people for backcountry transport in avalanche-prone areas. Dual tracks provide superior traction on steep, ungroomed snow. Under HTS 8703.10.10.00 for its snow-specific design for human transport.

Bombardier Snow Bus BR180

The Bombardier BR180 Snow Bus is a large-capacity vehicle for snow travel, carrying up to 18 passengers across tundra or deep snow in remote operations. Its enclosed heated cab and wide tracks define its snow specialization. Classified in HTS 8703.10.10.00 as a motor vehicle for persons on snow.

Prinoth Snowcat Patrol Vehicle

Prinoth snowcats are designed for mountain patrol and rescue, traveling exclusively on snow with tracks for steep terrain access. They transport rangers and medical teams rapidly. HTS 8703.10.10.00 applies for snow travel specialization.

Kässbohrer Snow Trac ST300

Kässbohrer Snow Trac ST300 is a compact tracked vehicle for snow travel in polar expeditions, seating 4-6 for personnel transport. Its low ground pressure excels on soft snow. Fits HTS 8703.10.10.00 as snow-designed motor vehicle.

Actros Snowmobility Vehicle

Actros snowmobility vehicles are wheeled/tracked hybrids specially engineered for deep snow travel in mining operations, transporting workers. Advanced flotation tires replace tracks for some models. HTS 8703.10.10.00 for snow-specific passenger design.

Hagglunds Bandvagn 206 All-Terrain Snow Vehicle

The Hagglunds BV206 is an articulated tracked vehicle for extreme snow travel, used by military and civilians for personnel transport in arctic conditions. Its chain tracks handle ice and powder. Classified under HTS 8703.10.10.00 for snow design.

Zippro Snow Crawler Transport

Zippro low-ground-pressure snow crawlers are designed for traveling on snow in oilfield operations, carrying crews safely. Rubber tracks minimize environmental impact. HTS 8703.10.10.00 applies to this passenger snow vehicle.

Forez Snowcat Utility Passenger

Forez snowcats provide passenger transport on snow for forestry and remote site access, with modular cabs for 8+ people. Optimized for heavy snow loads. Under HTS 8703.10.10.00 for snow travel design.

SnowTrac ST4 Expedition Snow Vehicle

SnowTrac ST4 is a vintage-style but modern tracked vehicle for polar snow travel, transporting scientific teams. Compact design for air transportability. HTS 8703.10.10.00 for specialized snow passenger use.

Valkyr Snow Trekker Multi-Passenger

Valkyr Snow Trekker seats 10+ for guided snow tours, with heated cabins and snow tracks for off-piste travel. Designed purely for ungroomed snow. Fits HTS 8703.10.10.00 criteria.