Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
Botswana imported $89.5 million of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (7.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 19% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $89.5M | 7.6K t |
| 2023 | $74.9M | 8.4K t |
| 2022 | $53.0M | 7.3K t |
| 2021 | $60.9M | 8.2K t |
| 2020 | $57.2M | 7.6K t |
| 2019 | $68.0M | 13.0K t |
| 2018 | $62.6M | 10.3K t |
| 2017 | $58.3M | 6.5K t |
Where Botswana imports light diesel trucks <5 tonnes from
South Africa alone supplied 98% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $87.9M | 98% |
| Japan | $1.0M | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $252K | 0.3% |
| Namibia | $144K | 0.2% |
| China | $82K | 0.1% |
| Zambia | $65K | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $29K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $15K | 0% |
| Lesotho | $5K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.85 per kg, close to the world average of $11.39.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes exports from Botswana
In 2024, Botswana exported light diesel trucks <5 tonnes worth $1.8 million (115 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 56% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $981K | 56% |
| Zimbabwe | $649K | 37% |
| Zambia | $79K | 4.5% |
| Namibia | $29K | 1.6% |
| Lesotho | $18K | 1% |
| Mozambique | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Botswana?
The shipment records behind Botswana light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.21): 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 8704.21: Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported light diesel trucks <5 tonnes worth $89.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 74th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply light diesel trucks <5 tonnes to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($87.9 million), followed by Japan (1%) and South Korea (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 165% on the year.
What is the average import price of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.85 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $11.39 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $58.3 million in 2017 to $89.5 million in 2024, an increase of 53%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $65.6 million a year.
Does Botswana also export light diesel trucks <5 tonnes?
Yes. Botswana exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Zimbabwe and Zambia. On balance Botswana is a net importer of this product, by about $87.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for light diesel trucks <5 tonnes?
The HS code for light diesel trucks <5 tonnes is subheading 8704.21. 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 8704 page.
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