Medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes was worth $22.58 billion in 2024, about 3.11 million tonnes. That is an increase of 4% 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 | $22.58B | 3.11M t |
| 2023 | $21.58B | 3.15M t |
| 2022 | $19.14B | 3.09M t |
| 2021 | $18.04B | 3.56M t |
| 2020 | $14.51B | 2.88M t |
| 2019 | $19.47B | 3.14M t |
| 2018 | $20.46B | 3.52M t |
| 2017 | $21.61B | 3.38M t |
Top medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes exporting countries
Exports are led by Mexico (17%), Japan (16%) and the United States (10%). 150 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 42%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $3.74B | 17% |
| Japan | $3.64B | 16% |
| United States | $2.19B | 9.7% |
| Germany | $2.04B | 9% |
| China | $1.90B | 8.4% |
| Canada | $1.64B | 7.3% |
| Poland | $1.04B | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $851.0M | 3.8% |
| France | $850.4M | 3.8% |
| Italy | $689.0M | 3.1% |
| Sweden | $571.4M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $455.0M | 2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 23% of world imports, ahead of Canada and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 39% across 217 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.23B | 23% |
| Canada | $2.53B | 11% |
| Germany | $1.12B | 5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $890.7M | 3.9% |
| Australia | $645.3M | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $642.0M | 2.8% |
| Poland | $509.7M | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $489.6M | 2.2% |
| France | $469.1M | 2.1% |
| Russia | $449.2M | 2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $432.6M | 1.9% |
| Italy | $432.1M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $7.25 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Poland averaged $9.62 per kg and China $4.66 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 8704.22: Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1. HS 8704 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes?
Mexico exported $3.74 billion in 2024, 17% of the world total, followed by Japan (16%) and the United States (10%). In all, 150 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes?
The United States imported $5.23 billion in 2024, 23% of world imports, ahead of Canada (11%) and Germany (5%). The top three importers together take 39%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes?
It was worth $22.58 billion in 2024, about 3.11 million tonnes. That is an increase of 4% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 150 countries reported exports and 217 reported imports.
What is the average price of medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes per kg?
The world average declared value was about $7.25 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Poland averaged $9.62 per kg and China $4.66 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes?
The HS code for medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes is subheading 8704.22, 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 8704 page.
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