Single-axle tractors exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $8.4 million of single-axle tractors in 2024 (499 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is 10% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8.4M | 499 t |
| 2023 | $7.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $5.7M | 562 t |
| 2020 | $5.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 624 t |
| 2018 | $6.7M | 528 t |
| 2017 | $6.9M | 739 t |
Where South Africa exports single-axle tractors to
The largest buyer markets were Botswana (18%), Malawi (15%), Mozambique (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $1.5M | 18% |
| Malawi | $1.2M | 15% |
| Mozambique | $1.2M | 14% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.1M | 13% |
| DR Congo | $896K | 11% |
| Guyana | $539K | 6.4% |
| Republic of the Congo | $437K | 5.2% |
| Zambia | $411K | 4.9% |
| Iraq | $314K | 3.7% |
| Eswatini | $176K | 2.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.84 per kg, 431% above the world average of $3.17. 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.
Single-axle tractors imports to South Africa
In 2024, South Africa imported single-axle tractors worth $393 thousand (55 tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (42%), United Kingdom (22%), Germany (18%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+853% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $167K | 42% |
| United Kingdom | $87K | 22% |
| Germany | $71K | 18% |
| United States | $56K | 14% |
| Hungary | $9K | 2.3% |
| Denmark | $3K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
| Brazil | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa single-axle tractors exports (HS 8701.10): 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 8701.10: Tractors: single axle.
Common questions
What is the value of single-axle tractors exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported single-axle tractors worth $8.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 499 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 104 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy single-axle tractors from South Africa?
Botswana was the largest buyer with 18% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Malawi (15%) and Mozambique (14%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. Guyana grew fastest among the top ten, up 976% on the year.
What is the average export price of single-axle tractors per kg?
The average declared export value was about $16.84 per kg in 2024, 431% above the world average of $3.17 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of single-axle tractors from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.9 million in 2017 to $8.4 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
Does South Africa also import single-axle tractors?
Yes. South Africa imported $393 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United Kingdom and Germany. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for single-axle tractors?
The HS code for single-axle tractors is subheading 8701.10. 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 8701 page.
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