Mobile lifting frames and straddle carriers trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in mobile lifting frames and straddle carriers was worth $906.6 million in 2024, about 88.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 34% 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 | $906.6M | 88.8K t |
| 2023 | $862.1M | 85.2K t |
| 2022 | $737.7M | 102.2K t |
| 2021 | $703.1M | 96.2K t |
| 2020 | $715.4M | 100.5K t |
| 2019 | $625.6M | 78.6K t |
| 2018 | $790.0M | 93.0K t |
| 2017 | $677.8M | 84.8K t |
Top mobile lifting frames and straddle carriers exporting countries
Exports are led by Poland (24%), China (18%) and Japan (13%). 84 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 54%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $216.6M | 24% |
| China | $158.7M | 18% |
| Japan | $117.2M | 13% |
| Germany | $109.7M | 12% |
| Ireland | $54.5M | 6% |
| Italy | $47.3M | 5.2% |
| United States | $40.4M | 4.5% |
| Vietnam | $32.0M | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $24.6M | 2.7% |
| Austria | $24.4M | 2.7% |
| Croatia | $10.9M | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $10.6M | 1.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 12% of world imports, ahead of Malaysia and Canada. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 24% across 160 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $104.6M | 12% |
| Malaysia | $60.9M | 6.7% |
| Canada | $56.5M | 6.2% |
| Uruguay | $42.3M | 4.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $38.0M | 4.2% |
| Australia | $33.4M | 3.7% |
| Vietnam | $29.7M | 3.3% |
| France | $29.3M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $28.2M | 3.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $26.7M | 2.9% |
| Mexico | $23.1M | 2.5% |
| Panama | $22.1M | 2.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $10.21 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Poland averaged $12.21 per kg and Italy $8.83 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 8426.12: Cranes: mobile lifting frames on tyres and straddle carriers. HS 8426 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most mobile lifting frames and straddle carriers?
Poland exported $216.6 million in 2024, 24% of the world total, followed by China (18%) and Japan (13%). In all, 84 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most mobile lifting frames and straddle carriers?
The United States imported $104.6 million in 2024, 12% of world imports, ahead of Malaysia (7%) and Canada (6%). The top three importers together take 24%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in mobile lifting frames and straddle carriers?
It was worth $906.6 million in 2024, about 88.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 34% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 84 countries reported exports and 160 reported imports.
What is the average price of mobile lifting frames and straddle carriers per kg?
The world average declared value was about $10.21 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Poland averaged $12.21 per kg and Italy $8.83 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 mobile lifting frames and straddle carriers?
The HS code for mobile lifting frames and straddle carriers is subheading 8426.12, in chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8426 page.
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