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Transport means description code
UN/CEFACT Revision 2003B Code List

Repr:an..8
Desc:Code specifying the means of transport.
This table also occurs in the following versions of this standard:
D00A, D00B, D01A, D01B, D01C, D02A, D02B, D03A, D03B, D04A, D04B, D93A, D94A, D94B, D95A, D95B, D96A, D96B, D97A, D97B, D98A, D98B, D99A, D99B

1
Barge chemical tanker
A barge equipped to transport liquid chemicals. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
2
Coaster chemical tanker
A coaster vessel equipped to transport liquid chemicals. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
3
Dry bulk carrier
Vessel designed to carry dry bulk (expellers). Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
4
Deep sea chemical tanker
An ocean-going vessel equipped to transport liquid chemicals. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
5
Gas tanker
A vessel equipped to transport gas. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
6
Aircraft
A machine capable of flight. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
7
Car with caravan
A caravan towed by a car. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
8
Container ship
Vessel capable of carrying containers and other cargo. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
9
Exceptional transport
Transport for which common characteristics are not applicable (e.g. big transformers requiring special wagons, special tackles, special routing etc.). Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
10
Bus
To specify that the means of transportation is a bus. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
11
Ship
A large vessel navigating deep water. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
12
Ship tanker
A large vessel equipped to transport liquids. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
13
Ocean vessel
An ocean-going vessel that is not a ship. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
15
Taxi
A means of transport identification code indicating a taxi. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
16
Barge
A category of boat used to transport material over water. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
17
Customer determined means of transport
The type of means of transport is to be determined by the customer. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
18
Seller determined means of transport
The type of means of transport is to be determined by the seller. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
19
Tip-up truck
A truck capable of tipping up in order to deliver its load. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
20
Furniture truck
A truck used explicitly for the conveyance of furniture. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
21
Rail tanker
A rail wagon equipped to transport liquids. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
22
Rail silo tanker
Self explanatory. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.04B.
23
Rail bulk car
A rail wagon equipped to transport bulk cargo. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
24
Customer rail tanker
A customer-owned rail wagon equipped to transport liquids. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
25
Rail express
Description to be provided. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.04B.
26
Tip-up articulated truck
An articulated truck capable of tipping up in order to deliver its load. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
27
Rigid truck with tank
A rigid truck fitted with a tank capable of carrying liquids or bulk goods. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
28
Refrigerated truck and trailer
A combined truck and trailer equipped to maintain refrigerated temperatures. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
29
Freezer truck and trailer
A combined truck and trailer equipped to maintain freezing temperatures. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
30
Tautliner 25 tonne, combined with 90 cubic meter trailer with removable roof
A truck with non-ridged sides, 25 tonne capacity combined with a 90 cubic meter trailer with removable roof. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
31
Truck
An automotive vehicle for hauling goods. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
32
Road tanker
An over-the-road tank trucker or trailer. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
33
Road silo tanker
Description to be provided. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.04B.
34
Tautliner truck
A truck with non-ridged sides. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
35
Truck/trailer with tilt
A truck and trailer combination with a tilting capability. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
36
Pipeline
A line of pipes for conveying water, gas, oil, etc. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
37
Hydrant cart
Vehicle used at large airports with installed distribution systems to make into-plane deliveries of fuel; distinguished from other types of fuelling vehicles. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
38
Car
Car. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
39
Tautliner truck with removable roof
A truck with non-ridged sides and removable roof. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
40
Truck with opening floor
A truck with an opening floor mechanism which is used to discharge the cargo. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
41
Freezer truck
A truck equipped to maintain freezing temperatures. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
42
Isothermic truck
A truck equipped to maintain controlled temperatures. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
43
Refrigerated truck
A truck equipped to maintain refrigerated temperatures. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
44
Freezer van
A small rigid covered vehicle for conveying frozen goods. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
45
Isothermic van
A small rigid covered vehicle for conveying temperature controlled goods. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
46
Refrigerated van
A small rigid covered vehicle for conveying refrigerated goods. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
47
Bulk truck
A truck suitable for transporting bulk goods. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
48
Van
A small vehicle suitable for carrying small volume loads. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
49
Roadrailer
Used for shipments that travel by multimodal rail or highway trailer (roadrailer). Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
50
Passenger vessel
Vessel for carrying passengers. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
51
Cargo and passenger vessel
Vessel for carrying cargo and passengers. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
52
General cargo vessel
Vessel for carrying general cargo. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
53
Crude oil tanker
Vessel for carrying crude oil. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
54
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) carrier
Vessel for carrying Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
55
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) carrier
Vessel for carrying Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
56
Grain carrier
Vessel for carrying grain. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
57
Timber or log carrier
Vessel for carrying timber or logs. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
58
Wood chip carrier
Vessel for carrying wood chips. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
59
Steel products vessel
Vessel for carrying steel products. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
60
Gravel vessel
Vessel for carrying gravel. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
61
Cement vessel
Vessel for carrying cement in bulk. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
62
Coal vessel
Vessel for carrying coal. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
63
Ore carrier
Vessel for carrying ore in bulk. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
64
Car carrier
Vessel for carrying complete cars and/or their knock-down parts. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
65
Container only vessel
Vessel for carrying containers only. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
66
Roll on - roll off vessel
A vessel capable of carrying roll on - roll off cargo. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
67
Ferry
A means of transport for carrying passengers and/or vehicles on a regular basis. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
68
Fishing vessel
Vessel used in the catching of fish. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
69
Work vessel
A vessel engaged in "port and harbour work", which means construction, improvement, maintenance or rehabilitation of port and harbour facilities. Dredger, floating crane, sand carrier with grab bucket are included in this type of the means of transport. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
70
Patrol vessel
A vessel to patrol port or coastal area. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
71
Tug and/or push boat
A vessel to push and/or pull other vessels. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
72
Train with one wagon
A train with a single wagon used to carry goods. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
73
Train with more than one and less than 20 wagons
A train with more than one and less than 20 wagons used to carry goods. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
74
Train with 20 or more wagons
A train with 20 or more wagons used to carry goods. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
75
Oil products tanker
A vessel for carrying products derived from crude oil. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
76
Training vessel
A vessel for learning maritime skills. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
77
Freezer truck and isothermic trailer
A combined freezer truck and isothermic trailer. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
78
Isothermic truck and isothermic trailer
A truck and a trailer equipped to maintain controlled temperatures. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
79
Refrigerated truck and isothermic trailer
A combined refrigerated truck and isothermic trailer. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
80
Freezer truck and refrigerated trailer
A combined freezer truck and refrigerated trailer. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
81
Isothermic truck and refrigerated trailer
A combined isothermic truck and refrigerated trailer. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
82
Rigid truck with tank and tank trailer
A combined rigid truck with tank and tank trailer. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
83
Bulk truck and tank trailer
A combined truck capable of carrying liquids or bulk goods and a tank trailer. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
84
Rigid truck with tank and bulk trailer
A combined rigid truck with tank and a trailer capable of carrying liquids or bulk goods. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
85
Bulk truck and bulk trailer
A combined truck and a trailer both capable of carrying liquids or bulk goods. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
86
Tautliner truck and extendable trailer
A combined tautliner truck and extendable trailer. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
87
Tautliner truck with removable roof and extendable trailer
A combined tautliner truck with removable roof and extendable trailer. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
88
Truck with opening floor and extendable trailer
A combined truck with opening floor and extendable trailer. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
89
Bulk truck and extendable trailer
A combined truck capable of carrying liquids or bulk goods and an extendable trailer. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
90
Isothermic truck and freezer trailer
A combined isothermic truck and freezer trailer. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
91
Refrigerated truck and freezer trailer
A combined refrigerated truck and freezer trailer. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
92
Tip-up truck and gondola trailer
A combined tip-up truck and gondola trailer. A gondola trailer is a split level trailer suitable for the transport of heavy machinery. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
93
Tautliner truck and gondola trailer
A combined tautliner truck and gondola trailer. A gondola trailer is a split level trailer suitable for the transport of heavy machinery. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
94
Tautliner truck with removable roof and gondola trailer
A combined tautliner truck with removable roof and gondola trailer. A gondola trailer is a split level trailer suitable for the transport of heavy machinery. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
95
Truck with opening floor and gondola trailer
A combined truck with opening floor and gondola trailer. A gondola trailer is a split level trailer suitable for the transport of heavy machinery. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
96
Bulk truck and gondola trailer
A combined truck capable of carrying liquids or bulk goods and a gondola trailer. A gondola trailer is a split level trailer suitable for the transport of heavy machinery. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
97
Tip-up truck and extendable gondola trailer
A combined tip-up truck with extendable gondola trailer. An extendable gondola trailer is a trailer fitted with a rear axle which can be extended to cater for variable length and is suitable for the transport of heavy machinery. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
98
Tautliner truck and extendable gondola trailer
A combined tautliner truck and extendable gondola trailer. An extendable gondola trailer is a trailer fitted with a rear axle which can be extended to cater for variable length and is suitable for the transport of heavy machinery. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
99
Tautliner truck with removable roof and extendable gondola trailer
A combined tautliner truck with removable roof and extendable gondola trailer. An extendable gondola trailer is a trailer fitted with a rear axle which can be extended to cater for variable length and is suitable for the transport of heavy machinery. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
100
Truck with opening floor and extendable gondola trailer
A combined truck with opening floor and extendable gondola trailer. An extendable gondola trailer is a trailer fitted with a rear axle which can be extended to cater for variable length and is suitable for the transport of heavy machinery. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
101
Bulk truck and extendable gondola trailer
A combined truck capable of carrying liquids or bulk goods and a extendable gondola trailer. An extendable gondola trailer is a trailer fitted with a rear axle which can be extended to cater for variable length and is suitable for the transport of heavy machinery. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
102
Tip-up truck and trailer with opening floor
A combined tip-up truck and trailer with opening floor. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
103
Tautliner truck and trailer with opening floor
A combined tautliner truck and trailer with opening floor. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
104
Tautliner truck with removable roof and trailer with opening floor
A combined tautliner truck with removable roof and trailer with opening floor. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
105
Truck and trailer with opening floor
A combined truck and a trailer with an opening floor. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
106
Bulk truck and trailer with opening floor
A combined truck capable of carrying liquids or bulk goods and a trailer with opening floor. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
107
Removal truck and trailer
A combined truck and trailer capable of carrying household effects. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
108
Tautliner truck and removal trailer
A combined tautliner truck and trailer capable of carrying household effects. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
109
Tautliner truck with removable roof and removal trailer
A combined tautliner truck with a removable roof and a trailer capable of carrying household effects. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.
110
Vessel, temperature controlled cargo
A vessel to carry temperature controlled cargo. Note: 1. This code value will be removed effective with directory D.06A.

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