8701.93 - Exceeding 37 kW but not exceeding 75 kW:
Sub-classifications
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8701 9310 00
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8701 9350 00
Overview
This HTS category, 8701.93, specifically covers wheeled tractors, not designed for railway or tramway use, that are powered by an engine with an output exceeding 37 kilowatts (kW) but not exceeding 75 kW. These tractors are typically utilized for a variety of heavy-duty tasks, including but not limited to construction, logging, and general industrial operations. The classification is determined by the engine's power output, placing it within the broader group of "other" tractors not covered by specific types like those in heading 8709.
Distinguishing this category from its siblings, 8701.91 and 8701.92, is crucial. 8701.91 encompasses tractors with an engine power not exceeding 18 kW, while 8701.92 covers those between 18 kW and 37 kW. Conversely, categories 8701.94 and 8701.95 classify tractors with significantly higher engine power, exceeding 75 kW. Therefore, 8701.93 serves as a specific intermediate bracket for tractors with a substantial, yet not the highest, power capacity.
Within 8701.93, further subdivisions exist to refine the classification based on the intended use of the tractor. The subcategories 8701.93.10.00 and 8701.93.50.00 differentiate between tractors that are specifically suitable for agricultural use and all other tractors falling within this power range. This distinction is important for potential preferential trade agreements or specific import duties that may apply based on the primary function of the machinery.