Tractors imports in Botswana: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Botswana imported tractors worth $47.1 million (9.5 thousand tonnes). That is 32% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $47.1M | 9.5K t |
| 2023 | $35.6M | 8.4K t |
| 2022 | $30.6M | 6.3K t |
| 2021 | $34.3M | 10.1K t |
| 2020 | $37.9M | 7.7K t |
| 2019 | $26.7M | 6.1K t |
| 2018 | $21.8M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $26.0M | 4.4K t |
Where Botswana imports tractors from
South Africa alone supplied 80% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+584% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $37.8M | 80% |
| India | $3.4M | 7.2% |
| China | $3.3M | 6.9% |
| Pakistan | $1.5M | 3.1% |
| United States | $1.1M | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $58K | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $31K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $11K | 0% |
| Namibia | $4K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8701
| 8701.20 | Semi-trailer tractors | 75% |
| 8701.93 | Tractors (other types) 37-75kW | 16% |
| 8701.10 | Single-axle tractors | 3.5% |
| 8701.30 | Track-laying tractors | 3% |
| 8701.95 | Tractors (other types) >130kW | 1% |
| 8701.92 | Tractors (other types) 18-37kW | 0.6% |
| 8701.94 | Tractors (other types) 75-130kW | 0.5% |
| 8701.91 | Tractors (other types) <18kW | 0.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8701.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.98 per kg, 43% below the world average of $8.81, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tractors exports from Botswana
Botswana exported $800 thousand of tractors in 2024 (214 tonnes). Zimbabwe alone took 60% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $483K | 60% |
| Zambia | $164K | 21% |
| Namibia | $84K | 11% |
| Uganda | $68K | 8.5% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Botswana?
The shipment records behind Botswana tractors imports (HS 8701): 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 8701: Tractors; (other than tractors of heading no 8709).
Common questions
What is the value of tractors imported by Botswana?
Botswana imported tractors worth $47.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 105th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply tractors to Botswana?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($37.8 million), followed by India (7%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 584% on the year.
What is the average import price of tractors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.98 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $8.81 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of tractors to Botswana changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.0 million in 2017 to $47.1 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $32.5 million a year.
Does Botswana also export tractors?
Yes. Botswana exported $800 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Zambia and Namibia. On balance Botswana is a net importer of this product, by about $46.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for tractors?
The HS code for tractors is heading 8701. In Botswana the largest six-digit codes were 8701.20 (75% of the value) and 8701.93 (16%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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