Railway or tramway coaches; passenger coaches, luggage vans, post office coaches and other special purpose railway or tramway coaches, not self-propelled (excluding those of heading no. 8604)
HS v2022 Code: 8605
About railway or tramway coaches; passenger coaches, luggage vans, post office coaches and other special purpose railway or tramway coaches, not self-propelled (excluding those of heading no. 8604)
HS code 8605 covers a diverse range of railway and tramway vehicles used for passenger transportation and other specialized purposes. These non-self-propelled coaches play a crucial role in public transportation systems, logistics, and specialized rail operations across the globe. As an integral part of the broader rail industry, this category of rolling stock contributes significantly to the efficient movement of people and goods, supporting economic development and connectivity.
Production process
The production of railway and tramway coaches classified under HS code 8605 typically involves a multi-stage manufacturing process. This often begins with the fabrication of the coach body structure, which may utilize a combination of steel, aluminum, or composite materials. The body is then outfitted with various systems, including seating, lighting, climate control, and passenger amenities. Specialized components, such as doors, windows, and braking systems, are also integrated into the final assembly. Quality control and testing procedures are crucial to ensure the safety and reliability of these specialized rail vehicles.
Production inputs
The production of HS code 8605 railway and tramway coaches requires a range of inputs, including raw materials such as steel, aluminum, and composite materials for the body structure. Specialized components, such as seats, lighting fixtures, climate control systems, and braking systems, are also essential inputs. Additionally, the manufacturing process relies on various tools, machinery, and skilled labor to assemble the coaches to the required specifications and safety standards.
Production outputs
The primary output of HS code 8605 is the railway or tramway coaches, passenger coaches, luggage vans, post office coaches, and other specialized non-self-propelled rail vehicles. These coaches are then utilized by 8601 Railway or tramway locomotives, non-electric and 8602 Other rail locomotives; locomotive tenders operators, as well as 8603 Self-propelled railway or tramway coaches, vans and trucks, other than those of heading 8604 and 8604 (Railway or tramway maintenance or service vehicles, whether or not self-propelled (for example, workshops, cranes, ballast tampers, trackliners, testing coaches and track inspection vehicles)) to provide passenger and freight transportation services.
Family tree for railway or tramway coaches; passenger coaches, luggage vans, post office coaches and other special purpose railway or tramway coaches, not self-propelled (excluding those of heading no. 8604)
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A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/86'>86: Railway, tramway locomotives, rolling-stock and parts thereof; railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings and parts thereof; mechanical (including electro-mechanical) traffic signalling equipment of all kinds</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8605'>8605: Railway or tramway coaches; passenger coaches, luggage vans, post office coaches and other special purpose railway or tramway coaches, not self-propelled (excluding those of heading no. 8604)</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8601'>8601: Rail locomotives; powered from an external source of electricity or by electric accumulators</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8602'>8602: Rail locomotives; (other than those of heading no. 8601), locomotive tenders</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8603'>8603: Railway or tramway coaches, vans and trucks; self-propelled tenders, other than those of heading no. 8604</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8604'>8604: Railway or tramway maintenance or service vehicles; whether or not self-propelled (e.g. workshops, cranes, ballast tampers, trackliners, testing coaches and track inspection vehicles)</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8606'>8606: Railway or tramway goods vans and wagons; not self-propelled</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8607'>8607: Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; parts thereof</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8608'>8608: Railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings; mechanical (including electro-mechanical) signalling, safety or traffic control equipment for railways, tramways, roads, inland waterways, parking facilities, port installations or airfields; parts thereof</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8609'>8609: Containers; (including containers for transport of fluids) specially designed and equipped for carriage by one or more modes of transport</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/860500'>860500: Railway or tramway coaches; passenger coaches, luggage vans, post office coaches and other special purpose railway or tramway coaches, not self-propelled (excluding those of heading no. 8604)</a>"]
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