Tractors imports in Namibia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Namibia imported tractors worth $80.1 million (6.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $80.1M | 6.6K t |
| 2023 | $75.6M | 11.9K t |
| 2022 | $47.2M | 9.3K t |
| 2021 | $51.8M | 12.6K t |
| 2020 | $33.1M | 7.6K t |
| 2019 | $28.9M | 5.8K t |
| 2018 | $21.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2017 | $31.2M | 4.9K t |
Where Namibia imports tractors from
South Africa alone supplied 63% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+41% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $50.4M | 63% |
| United Kingdom | $11.7M | 15% |
| China | $8.6M | 11% |
| India | $5.2M | 6.5% |
| France | $1.1M | 1.3% |
| United States | $588K | 0.7% |
| Malaysia | $508K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $438K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $395K | 0.5% |
| Tokelau | $362K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 8701
| 8701.20 | Semi-trailer tractors | 82% |
| 8701.93 | Tractors (other types) 37-75kW | 9.6% |
| 8701.95 | Tractors (other types) >130kW | 2.9% |
| 8701.94 | Tractors (other types) 75-130kW | 2.7% |
| 8701.92 | Tractors (other types) 18-37kW | 1.2% |
| 8701.30 | Track-laying tractors | 0.5% |
| 8701.10 | Single-axle tractors | 0.5% |
| 8701.91 | Tractors (other types) <18kW | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8701.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.06 per kg, 37% above the world average of $8.81. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tractors exports from Namibia
In 2024, Namibia exported tractors worth $3.4 million (811 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+755% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $1.8M | 53% |
| South Africa | $802K | 24% |
| Zimbabwe | $371K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $200K | 5.9% |
| Angola | $122K | 3.6% |
| Malawi | $70K | 2.1% |
| Mozambique | $37K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $15K | 0.5% |
| Botswana | $4K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Namibia?
The shipment records behind Namibia 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 Namibia?
Namibia imported tractors worth $80.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 88th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply tractors to Namibia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($50.4 million), followed by the United Kingdom (15%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 231% on the year.
What is the average import price of tractors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.06 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $8.81 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of tractors to Namibia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.2 million in 2017 to $80.1 million in 2024, an increase of 156%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $46.2 million a year.
Does Namibia also export tractors?
Yes. Namibia exported $3.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, South Africa and Zimbabwe. On balance Namibia is a net importer of this product, by about $76.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for tractors?
The HS code for tractors is heading 8701. In Namibia the largest six-digit codes were 8701.20 (82% of the value) and 8701.93 (10%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Namibia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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