Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles; motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles

HS v2017 Code: 8710

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
87	10	n/a

Code	8710
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	87

Ancestor Codes: Vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof

This Code: Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles; motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles

Child Codes: Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles; motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Bodies; (including cabs) for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8701 to 8705; Motor vehicles; parts and accessories, of heading no. 8701 to 8705; Works trucks, self-propelled, (not fitted with lifting or handling equipment), for factories, warehouses etc, for short distance transport of goods, tractors used on railway station platforms; parts thereof; Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles; fitted with an auxiliary motor, with or without side-cars; side-cars; Bicycles and other cycles; including delivery tricycles, not motorised

About tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles; motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles

hs code 8710 covers the production and trade of tanks and other armored fighting vehicles, a critical component of national defense and military operations. These specialized vehicles play a vital role in modern warfare, providing heavily armored and weaponized mobility to military forces around the world. The global market for these products is driven by ongoing geopolitical tensions, military modernization programs, and the need to maintain a strong defensive posture.

Production process

The production of tanks and armored fighting vehicles involves a complex manufacturing process. It typically begins with the fabrication of the vehicle's chassis and hull, often using advanced steel alloys and composite materials to provide maximum protection. The turret, which houses the main armament, is then assembled and integrated with the chassis. Specialized components such as the engine, transmission, and suspension systems are also installed to ensure the vehicle's mobility and maneuverability. Finally, the vehicle is outfitted with various weapons systems, communication equipment, and other specialized features to meet the specific requirements of its intended use.

Production inputs

The production of tanks and armored fighting vehicles requires a range of specialized inputs, including high-strength steel, advanced composite materials, and precision-engineered components. Manufacturers also rely on specialized machinery and equipment, such as welding machines, metal-forming presses, and computer-controlled machining centers, to ensure the quality and accuracy of the final product. Additionally, the industry requires a highly skilled workforce, including engineers, technicians, and skilled tradespeople, to design, assemble, and maintain these complex vehicles.

Production outputs

The primary output of hs code 8710 is tanks and other armored fighting vehicles, which are then consumed by military and defense organizations around the world. These vehicles are used for a variety of purposes, including 8702 Vehicles for the transport of ten or more persons, including the driver, 8703 (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), and 8704 Motor vehicles for the transport of goods. The industry also produces a range of specialized parts and components that may be used in the maintenance and repair of these vehicles.

Family tree for tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles; motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/87'>87: Vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8710'>8710: Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles; motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8701'>8701: Tractors; (other than tractors of heading no 8709)</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8702'>8702: Vehicles; public transport passenger type</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8703'>8703: Motor cars and other motor vehicles; principally designed for the transport of persons (other than those of heading no. 8702), including station wagons and racing cars</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8704'>8704: Vehicles; for the transport of goods</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8705'>8705: Special purpose motor vehicles; not those for the transport of persons or goods (e.g. breakdown lorries, road sweeper lorries, spraying lorries, mobile workshops, mobile radiological units etc)</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8706'>8706: Chassis; fitted with engines, for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8701 to 8705</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8707'>8707: Bodies; (including cabs) for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8701 to 8705</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8708'>8708: Motor vehicles; parts and accessories, of heading no. 8701 to 8705</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8709'>8709: Works trucks, self-propelled, (not fitted with lifting or handling equipment), for factories, warehouses etc, for short distance transport of goods, tractors used on railway station platforms; parts thereof</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8711'>8711: Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles; fitted with an auxiliary motor, with or without side-cars; side-cars</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8712'>8712: Bicycles and other cycles; including delivery tricycles, not motorised</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8713'>8713: Carriages for disabled persons; whether or not motorised or otherwise mechanically propelled</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8714'>8714: Vehicles; parts and accessories of heading no. 8711 to 8713</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8715'>8715: Baby carriages and parts thereof</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8716'>8716: Trailers and semi-trailers; other vehicles, not mechanically propelled; parts thereof</a>"]

    B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/871000'>871000: Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles; motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles</a>"]


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