Crane trucks imports in Bahrain: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of crane trucks by Bahrain reached $4.5 million in 2024 (836 tonnes). That is 120% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $24.9 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4.5M | 836 t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 392 t |
| 2022 | $4.7M | 597 t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 370 t |
| 2020 | $8.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $8.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $24.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2017 | $22.0M | 3.0K t |
Where Bahrain imports crane trucks from
Germany alone supplied 73% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+158% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.3M | 73% |
| China | $1.1M | 24% |
| Japan | $139K | 3.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.38 per kg, close to the world average of $4.69.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Crane trucks exports from Bahrain
In 2024, Bahrain exported crane trucks worth $1.1 million (312 tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 93% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.0M | 93% |
| Oman | $53K | 5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $19K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Bahrain?
The shipment records behind Bahrain crane trucks imports (HS 8705.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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.
Common questions
What is the value of crane trucks imported by Bahrain?
Bahrain imported crane trucks worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 836 tonnes. That ranks it 92nd of 197 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 120% on 2023.
Which countries supply crane trucks to Bahrain?
Germany was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by China (24%) and Japan (3%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 158% on the year.
What is the average import price of crane trucks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.38 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $4.69 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of crane trucks to Bahrain changed since 2017?
Imports went from $22.0 million in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, a fall of 80%. The peak was 2018 at $24.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.6 million a year.
Does Bahrain also export crane trucks?
Yes. Bahrain exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Oman and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Bahrain is a net importer of this product, by about $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for crane trucks?
The HS code for crane trucks is subheading 8705.10. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8705 page.
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