Tractors; (other than tractors of heading no 8709)

HS v2022 Code: 8701

About tractors; (other than tractors of heading no 8709)

HS code 8701 covers a wide range of agricultural and industrial tractors, which are essential for various tasks such as plowing, towing, and powering farm equipment. These versatile machines play a crucial role in the agricultural and construction sectors, contributing significantly to the global economy. Tractors classified under this code are used across a diverse range of applications, from small-scale farming operations to large-scale commercial projects.

Production process

The production of tractors involves a complex manufacturing process that combines advanced engineering, precision machining, and rigorous quality control. Key steps include the fabrication of the chassis and body, the assembly of the powertrain (engine, transmission, and drivetrain), the installation of hydraulic systems, and the integration of various electronic components and safety features. Manufacturers often utilize automated production lines and robotic technologies to ensure efficiency, consistency, and high-quality output.

Production inputs

The production of tractors requires a wide range of inputs, including raw materials such as steel, aluminum, and various plastics for the body and components. Specialized engines, transmissions, and other powertrain components are also essential inputs, often sourced from dedicated suppliers. Additionally, the industry relies on advanced manufacturing equipment, such as CNC machines, welding tools, and assembly lines, as well as a skilled workforce capable of operating these technologies.

Production outputs

Tractors classified under HS code 8701 are primarily used in the agricultural sector, where they are essential for tasks such as plowing, tilling, and harvesting. These tractors may also be utilized in construction, forestry, and other industrial applications that require the power and versatility of these machines. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by 8432 Agricultural, horticultural or forestry machinery for soil preparation or cultivation; lawn or sports-ground rollers, 8433 Harvesting or threshing machinery, including straw or fodder balers; grass or hay mowers; machines for cleaning, sorting or grading eggs, fruit or other agricultural produce, other than machinery of heading 8437, and 8436 Other agricultural, horticultural, forestry, poultry-keeping or bee-keeping machinery, including germination plant fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment; poultry incubators and brooders.

Family tree for tractors; (other than tractors of heading no 8709)

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/87'>87: Vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8701'>8701: Tractors; (other than tractors of heading no 8709)</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8702'>8702: Vehicles; public transport passenger type</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8703'>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 --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8704'>8704: Vehicles; for the transport of goods</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8705'>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 --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8706'>8706: Chassis; fitted with engines, for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8701 to 8705</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8707'>8707: Bodies; (including cabs) for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8701 to 8705</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8708'>8708: Motor vehicles; parts and accessories, of heading no. 8701 to 8705</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8709'>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 --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8710'>8710: Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles; motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8711'>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/v2022/8712'>8712: Bicycles and other cycles; including delivery tricycles, not motorised</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8713'>8713: Carriages for disabled persons; whether or not motorised or otherwise mechanically propelled</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8714'>8714: Vehicles; parts and accessories of heading no. 8711 to 8713</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8715'>8715: Baby carriages and parts thereof</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8716'>8716: Trailers and semi-trailers; other vehicles, not mechanically propelled; parts thereof</a>"]

    B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/870110'>870110: Tractors; single axle</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/870121'>870121: Tractors; road tractors for semi-trailers, with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel)</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/870122'>870122: Tractors; road tractors for semi-trailers, with both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) and electric motors for propulsion</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/870123'>870123: Tractors; road tractors for semi-trailers, with both spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motors for propulsion</a>"]
B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/870124'>870124: Tractors; road tractors for semi-trailers, with only electric motors for propulsion</a>"]
B --> W["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/870129'>870129: Tractors; road tractors for semi-trailers, with other propulsion methods n.e.c. in item no 8701.2</a>"]
B --> X["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/870130'>870130: Tractors; track-laying</a>"]
B --> Y["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/870191'>870191: Tractors; n.e.c. in heading no 8701 (other than tractors of heading no 8709); of an engine power not exceeding 18kW</a>"]
B --> Z["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/870192'>870192: Tractors; n.e.c. in heading no 8701 (other than tractors of heading no 8709); of an engine power exceeding 18kW but not exceeding 37kW</a>"]
B --> BA["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/870193'>870193: Tractors; n.e.c. in heading no 8701 (other than tractors of heading no 8709); of an engine power exceeding 37kW but not exceeding 75kW</a>"]
B --> BB["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/870194'>870194: Tractors; n.e.c. in heading no 8701 (other than tractors of heading no 8709); of an engine power exceeding 75kW but not exceeding 130kW</a>"]
B --> BC["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/870195'>870195: Tractors; n.e.c. in heading no 8701 (other than tractors of heading no 8709); of an engine power exceeding 130kW</a>"]


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