Medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes worth $890.7 million (128.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 217 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 43% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $890.7M | 128.3K t |
| 2023 | $622.4M | 100.0K t |
| 2022 | $376.7M | 67.5K t |
| 2021 | $251.4M | 70.3K t |
| 2020 | $262.2M | 90.6K t |
| 2019 | $255.0M | 50.4K t |
| 2018 | $163.1M | 51.9K t |
| 2017 | $235.1M | 45.0K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes from
The largest suppliers were China (42%), Japan (34%), Thailand (9%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+222% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $370.6M | 42% |
| Japan | $298.6M | 34% |
| Thailand | $81.3M | 9.1% |
| Sweden | $55.4M | 6.2% |
| France | $35.0M | 3.9% |
| India | $19.8M | 2.2% |
| United States | $10.6M | 1.2% |
| Germany | $3.9M | 0.4% |
| South Korea | $3.0M | 0.3% |
| Italy | $2.5M | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.94 per kg, close to the world average of $7.25.
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 Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $4.0 million of medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes in 2024 (844 tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (46%), Sudan (19%), Qatar (16%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.8M | 46% |
| Sudan | $761K | 19% |
| Qatar | $640K | 16% |
| Turkey | $160K | 4% |
| Tunisia | $94K | 2.4% |
| Turkmenistan | $81K | 2% |
| Oman | $75K | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $70K | 1.8% |
| Yemen | $61K | 1.6% |
| Mauritania | $60K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes worth $890.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 128.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 217 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($370.6 million), followed by Japan (34%) and Thailand (9%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 222% 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 $6.94 per kg in 2024, close to 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 Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $235.1 million in 2017 to $890.7 million in 2024, an increase of 279%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $382.1 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $4.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Sudan and Qatar. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $886.7 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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