8802.40.01.20 - Cargo transports

This HTS classification, 8802.40.01.20, specifically covers cargo transports that are new, military aircraft, with an unladen weight exceeding 15,000 kg. These are airplanes or other aircraft designed and configured primarily for the aerial transport of goods, and which are intended for use by military forces. The classification hinges on the aircraft's unladen weight, its new condition, its military application, and its primary function as a cargo carrier.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. While 8802.40.01.15 covers new, military aircraft exceeding 15,000 kg unladen weight that are specifically classified as "Fighters," this category, 8802.40.01.20, is reserved for those military cargo transports that do not fall under the fighter jet definition. The sibling category 8802.40.01.30, "Other," would capture any remaining new, military aircraft exceeding 15,000 kg unladen weight that are neither fighters nor cargo transports as defined here.

As this node is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories within this specific classification. Therefore, the classification is finalized at this level based on the criteria of being a new, military cargo transport aircraft with an unladen weight exceeding 15,000 kg. Any variations in payload capacity, specific cargo systems, or intended military missions will not lead to further subdivision under this code, but will be captured by the primary designation as a military cargo transport.