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

HS v2022 Code: 8710

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
87	10	n/a

Code	8710
Version	HS v2022
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 a critical segment of the global defense industry, encompassing the production and trade of tanks and other armored fighting vehicles. These specialized military assets play a vital role in modern warfare, providing enhanced mobility, protection, and firepower on the battlefield. The industry's importance extends beyond the military sphere, as these vehicles and their components are also utilized in various civilian applications, such as disaster response and law enforcement operations.

Production process

The production of tanks and armored fighting vehicles involves a complex and highly specialized manufacturing process. Key steps include the fabrication of the vehicle's hull and turret, the integration of advanced armor materials, the installation of powerful engines and drivetrain components, and the integration of sophisticated weapons systems and electronic systems. Manufacturers often employ advanced welding techniques, precision machining, and rigorous quality control measures to ensure the durability and performance of these specialized vehicles.

Production inputs

The production of tanks and armored fighting vehicles requires a wide range of specialized inputs, including high-strength steel, composite armor materials, advanced electronics, and specialized engines and transmissions. Manufacturers also rely on specialized machinery and tooling, such as computer-controlled metal-cutting equipment and robotic welding systems, to ensure the precision and efficiency of the manufacturing process. Additionally, the industry requires a highly skilled workforce, including engineers, technicians, and skilled tradespeople, to design, engineer, and assemble these complex military vehicles.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 8710 is the production of tanks and other armored fighting vehicles, which are primarily consumed by military and defense organizations around the world. These vehicles may be equipped with a variety of weapons systems, including cannons, machine guns, and missile launchers, and are used for a range of military operations, from offensive maneuvers to defensive deployments. The industry's output may also be utilized in 8716 Trailers and semi-trailers; other vehicles, not mechanically propelled; and parts thereof for specialized civilian applications, such as disaster response and law enforcement.

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/v2022/87'>87: Vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<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 --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8701'>8701: Tractors; (other than tractors of heading no 8709)</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8702'>8702: Vehicles; public transport passenger type</a>"]
A --> E["<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 --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8704'>8704: Vehicles; for the transport of goods</a>"]
A --> G["<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 --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8706'>8706: Chassis; fitted with engines, for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8701 to 8705</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8707'>8707: Bodies; (including cabs) for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8701 to 8705</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8708'>8708: Motor vehicles; parts and accessories, of heading no. 8701 to 8705</a>"]
A --> K["<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 --> 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/v2022/871000'>871000: Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles; motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles</a>"]


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