Medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes worth $53.6 million (10.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 15% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $161.9 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 | $53.6M | 10.8K t |
| 2023 | $62.7M | 11.9K t |
| 2022 | $86.0M | 18.7K t |
| 2021 | $161.9M | 27.3K t |
| 2020 | $84.8M | 19.0K t |
| 2019 | $106.1M | 17.0K t |
| 2018 | $89.4M | 35.0K t |
| 2017 | $75.6M | 16.5K t |
Where Kenya imports medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes from
Japan alone supplied 59% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+242% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $31.6M | 59% |
| India | $8.7M | 16% |
| China | $5.8M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $3.4M | 6.4% |
| Thailand | $2.5M | 4.7% |
| Brazil | $519K | 1% |
| United States | $412K | 0.8% |
| South Africa | $223K | 0.4% |
| Switzerland | $192K | 0.4% |
| Singapore | $66K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.95 per kg, 32% below the world average of $7.25, 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.
Medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes exports from Kenya
In 2024, Kenya exported medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes worth $6.8 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Uganda (46%), Tanzania (45%), Somalia (5%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $3.1M | 46% |
| Tanzania | $3.0M | 45% |
| Somalia | $332K | 4.9% |
| Zambia | $111K | 1.6% |
| South Sudan | $66K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $51K | 0.8% |
| DR Congo | $44K | 0.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $43K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes imports (HS 8704.22): 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 8704.22: Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes worth $53.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes to Kenya?
Japan was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($31.6 million), followed by India (16%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 242% on the year.
What is the average import price of medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.95 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $7.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $75.6 million in 2017 to $53.6 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2021 at $161.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $90.0 million a year.
Does Kenya also export medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes?
Yes. Kenya exported $6.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Tanzania and Somalia. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $46.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes?
The HS code for medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes is subheading 8704.22. 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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