Tanks and other armored fighting vehicles, motorized, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles
Tanks and other armored fighting vehicles, motorized, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles
Duty Rate (from China)
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)
Products classified under HTS 8710.00.00
M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tank
The M1A2 Abrams is a heavy main battle tank used by the US Army, featuring composite armor, a 120mm smoothbore gun, and advanced fire control systems. It falls under HTS 8710.00.00 as a motorized armored fighting vehicle designed for combat. Whether fitted with weapons or not, it qualifies due to its primary military application.
T-90S Main Battle Tank
The Russian T-90S is a third-generation main battle tank with reactive armor, 125mm gun, and Kontakt-5 explosive reactive armor. Classified under HTS 8710.00.00 as a motorized armored fighting vehicle. Its design for frontline combat with or without weapons confirms the heading.
Leopard 2A7 Main Battle Tank
German Leopard 2A7 is an advanced MBT with upgraded 120mm gun, enhanced composite armor, and networked battlefield systems. It qualifies under HTS 8710.00.00 for motorized armored fighting vehicles. Combat readiness defines its classification regardless of specific weapon fitment.
BMP-3 Infantry Fighting Vehicle
The BMP-3 is a Russian IFV with 100mm gun, 30mm cannon, amphibious capability, and troop transport armor. Falls under HTS 8710.00.00 as an armored fighting vehicle motorized for combat. Includes personnel carrier function within combat vehicle definition.
M2 Bradley Fighting Vehicle
US M2 Bradley IFV carries infantry with 25mm chain gun, TOW missiles, and reactive armor upgrades. Classified HTS 8710.00.00 as motorized armored fighting vehicle. Tracked design and weapon systems confirm combat classification.
Abrams M1A2 Tank Turret Assembly
Complete rotating turret from M1A2 Abrams tank containing main gun mount, optics, and armor. Qualifies under HTS 8710.00.00 as parts of armored fighting vehicles. Essential combat component maintains heading classification.
T-72 Tank Reactive Armor Panels
Explosive reactive armor bricks for T-72 series tanks providing anti-tank protection. Classified HTS 8710.00.00 as parts of armored fighting vehicles. Designed exclusively for combat vehicle up-armoring.
Merkava Mk4 Tank Tracks
Heavy steel tracks with rubber pads for Israeli Merkava Mk4 MBT providing traction over rough terrain. Falls under HTS 8710.00.00 as parts of armored fighting vehicles. Vehicle-specific design confirms classification.
M1 Abrams Tank Engine
AGT-1500 gas turbine engine powering M1 Abrams series tanks with 1500hp output. Classified HTS 8710.00.00 as part of armored fighting vehicle. Military-specific propulsion system.
Challenger 2 Tank Hull
Lower hull chassis of British Challenger 2 MBT with Dorchester composite armor. HTS 8710.00.00 as part of armored fighting vehicle. Primary armored structure.