Crane trucks trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in crane trucks was worth $5.72 billion in 2024, about 1.22 million tonnes. That is an increase of 75% since 2017, and up 5% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.72B | 1.22M t |
| 2023 | $5.45B | 1.04M t |
| 2022 | $4.32B | 802.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.86B | 1.07M t |
| 2020 | $3.11B | 563.4K t |
| 2019 | $3.98B | 789.4K t |
| 2018 | $3.93B | 618.7K t |
| 2017 | $3.28B | 577.8K t |
Top crane trucks exporting countries
Exports are led by Germany (52%), China (30%) and the Netherlands (3%). 118 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 85%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.98B | 52% |
| China | $1.72B | 30% |
| Netherlands | $161.0M | 2.8% |
| United States | $159.6M | 2.8% |
| Japan | $105.2M | 1.8% |
| Italy | $57.4M | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $50.6M | 0.9% |
| France | $35.1M | 0.6% |
| Finland | $31.1M | 0.5% |
| Austria | $31.0M | 0.5% |
| Norway | $27.6M | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $22.4M | 0.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 14% of world imports, ahead of Russia and Brazil. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 26% across 197 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $783.7M | 14% |
| Russia | $395.2M | 6.9% |
| Brazil | $317.5M | 5.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $275.2M | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $256.7M | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $254.6M | 4.5% |
| Australia | $191.2M | 3.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $183.6M | 3.2% |
| Canada | $157.2M | 2.8% |
| South Korea | $154.4M | 2.7% |
| France | $147.4M | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $139.5M | 2.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $4.69 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $8.03 per kg and China $3.12 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8705.10: Vehicles: crane lorries. HS 8705 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most crane trucks?
Germany exported $2.98 billion in 2024, 52% of the world total, followed by China (30%) and the Netherlands (3%). In all, 118 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most crane trucks?
The United States imported $783.7 million in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of Russia (7%) and Brazil (6%). The top three importers together take 26%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in crane trucks?
It was worth $5.72 billion in 2024, about 1.22 million tonnes. That is an increase of 75% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 118 countries reported exports and 197 reported imports.
What is the average price of crane trucks per kg?
The world average declared value was about $4.69 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $8.03 per kg and China $3.12 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for crane trucks?
The HS code for crane trucks is subheading 8705.10, in chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8705 page.
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