Crane trucks imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of crane trucks by Saudi Arabia reached $275.2 million in 2024 (52.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 197 countries. Value rose 31% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% 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 | $275.2M | 52.8K t |
| 2023 | $210.6M | 42.2K t |
| 2022 | $145.9M | 20.1K t |
| 2021 | $62.0M | 7.0K t |
| 2020 | $72.1M | 11.2K t |
| 2019 | $67.1M | 11.0K t |
| 2018 | $91.3M | 10.1K t |
| 2017 | $59.6M | 6.9K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports crane trucks from
Most of the value came from Germany (49%), China (47%), Kuwait (2%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+179% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $134.2M | 49% |
| China | $130.0M | 47% |
| Kuwait | $5.8M | 2.1% |
| Australia | $1.0M | 0.4% |
| Bahrain | $1.0M | 0.4% |
| United States | $738K | 0.3% |
| Mexico | $605K | 0.2% |
| Lesotho | $507K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $435K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $354K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.22 per kg, close to the world average of $4.69.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Crane trucks exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of crane trucks by Saudi Arabia reached $470 thousand in 2024 (287 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Sudan (43%), United Arab Emirates (32%), Libya (24%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sudan | $204K | 43% |
| United Arab Emirates | $152K | 32% |
| Libya | $115K | 24% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia crane trucks imports (HS 8705.10): 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 8705.10: Vehicles: crane lorries.
Common questions
What is the value of crane trucks imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported crane trucks worth $275.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 52.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 197 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply crane trucks to Saudi Arabia?
Germany was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($134.2 million), followed by China (47%) and Kuwait (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 826% on the year.
What is the average import price of crane trucks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.22 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $4.69 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of crane trucks to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $59.6 million in 2017 to $275.2 million in 2024, an increase of 362%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $123.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export crane trucks?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $470 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Sudan, the United Arab Emirates and Libya. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $274.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for crane trucks?
The HS code for crane trucks is subheading 8705.10. 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 8705 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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