Trucks imports in the DR Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The DR Congo imported $411.2 million of trucks in 2024 (122.2 thousand tonnes). That is 15% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% 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 | $411.2M | 122.2K t |
| 2023 | $482.4M | 104.6K t |
| 2022 | $380.9M | 90.4K t |
| 2021 | $264.3M | 73.0K t |
| 2020 | $131.5M | 38.7K t |
| 2019 | $149.6M | 39.5K t |
| 2018 | $208.0M | 37.9K t |
| 2017 | $69.5M | 14.1K t |
Where the DR Congo imports trucks from
China alone supplied 59% of it. Among the main suppliers, Tanzania grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $240.8M | 59% |
| Zambia | $38.7M | 9.4% |
| Japan | $28.4M | 6.9% |
| United States | $19.1M | 4.6% |
| Tanzania | $17.5M | 4.3% |
| Finland | $12.6M | 3.1% |
| Belgium | $10.6M | 2.6% |
| Uganda | $9.7M | 2.4% |
| India | $9.6M | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $7.7M | 1.9% |
Product types under HS 8704
| 8704.23 | Heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes | 42% |
| 8704.10 | Off-highway dump trucks | 38% |
| 8704.22 | Medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes | 14% |
| 8704.21 | Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes | 4.5% |
| 8704.31 | Light petrol trucks <5 tonnes | 1.7% |
| 8704.90 | Trucks (other power types) | 0.4% |
| 8704.32 | Petrol trucks >5 tonnes | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8704.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.36 per kg, 65% below the world average of $9.72, 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.
Trucks exports from the DR Congo
Exports of trucks by the DR Congo reached $556 thousand in 2024 (543 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zimbabwe accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Who is behind these numbers in the DR Congo?
The shipment records behind DR Congo trucks imports (HS 8704): 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: Vehicles; for the transport of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of trucks imported by the DR Congo?
The DR Congo imported trucks worth $411.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 122.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply trucks to the DR Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($240.8 million), followed by Zambia (9%) and Japan (7%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 200% on the year.
What is the average import price of trucks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.36 per kg in 2024, 65% below the world average of $9.72 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of trucks to the DR Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $69.5 million in 2017 to $411.2 million in 2024, an increase of 491%. The peak was 2023 at $482.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $262.2 million a year.
Does the DR Congo also export trucks?
Yes. The DR Congo exported $556 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Zambia and Tanzania. On balance the DR Congo is a net importer of this product, by about $410.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for trucks?
The HS code for trucks is heading 8704. In the DR Congo the largest six-digit codes were 8704.23 (42% of the value) and 8704.10 (38%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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