Medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes imports in Rwanda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Rwanda imported medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes worth $7.0 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 35% on 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 | $7.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $5.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $6.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 904 t |
Where Rwanda imports medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+752% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.5M | 51% |
| Japan | $1.9M | 27% |
| Belgium | $439K | 6.3% |
| India | $382K | 5.5% |
| Netherlands | $244K | 3.5% |
| Lebanon | $145K | 2.1% |
| Uganda | $120K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $111K | 1.6% |
| Finland | $39K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $32K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.34 per kg, 54% 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Rwanda?
The shipment records behind Rwanda 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 Rwanda?
Rwanda imported medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 139th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes to Rwanda?
China was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by Japan (27%) and Belgium (6%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 752% 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 $3.34 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $7.25 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes to Rwanda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, an increase of 79%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.7 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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