Mobile cranes (tracked) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of mobile cranes (tracked) by South Africa reached $14.2 million in 2024 (6.4 thousand tonnes). Value fell 44% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $25.4 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 | $14.2M | 6.4K t |
| 2023 | $25.4M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $4.4M | 799 t |
| 2021 | $8.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $11.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $10.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $15.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $3.7M | 474 t |
Where South Africa imports mobile cranes (tracked) from
China alone supplied 54% of it. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+469% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.6M | 54% |
| Spain | $2.2M | 16% |
| Namibia | $1.8M | 13% |
| Germany | $893K | 6.3% |
| Italy | $651K | 4.6% |
| India | $291K | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $270K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $113K | 0.8% |
| Australia | $107K | 0.8% |
| Uganda | $50K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.21 per kg, 61% below the world average of $5.70, 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.
Mobile cranes (tracked) exports from South Africa
Exports of mobile cranes (tracked) by South Africa reached $2.7 million in 2024 (349 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zambia (41%), Mozambique (18%), Namibia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $1.1M | 41% |
| Mozambique | $488K | 18% |
| Namibia | $423K | 15% |
| Zimbabwe | $379K | 14% |
| Netherlands | $194K | 7.1% |
| Angola | $66K | 2.4% |
| Botswana | $59K | 2.2% |
| Gabon | $1K | 0% |
| Cyprus | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa mobile cranes (tracked) imports (HS 8426.49): 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 8426.49: Cranes: self-propelled derricks and cranes, not on tyres, n.e.c. in heading no. 8426.
Common questions
What is the value of mobile cranes (tracked) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported mobile cranes (tracked) worth $14.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 175 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply mobile cranes (tracked) to South Africa?
China was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($7.6 million), followed by Spain (16%) and Namibia (13%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 469% on the year.
What is the average import price of mobile cranes (tracked) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.21 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $5.70 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of mobile cranes (tracked) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.7 million in 2017 to $14.2 million in 2024, an increase of 280%. The peak was 2023 at $25.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also export mobile cranes (tracked)?
Yes. South Africa exported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Mozambique and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $11.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for mobile cranes (tracked)?
The HS code for mobile cranes (tracked) is subheading 8426.49. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8426 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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