Track-laying tractors imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, South Africa imported track-laying tractors worth $60.6 million (3.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 158 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 129% 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 | $60.6M | 3.9K t |
| 2023 | $26.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $18.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $8.1M | 537 t |
| 2020 | $9.5M | 564 t |
| 2019 | $9.6M | 585 t |
| 2018 | $10.8M | 974 t |
| 2017 | $16.1M | 1.4K t |
Where South Africa imports track-laying tractors from
United States alone supplied 98% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+135% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $59.5M | 98% |
| Germany | $679K | 1.1% |
| India | $240K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $131K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $38K | 0.1% |
| China | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.69 per kg, close to the world average of $14.42.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Track-laying tractors exports from South Africa
Exports of track-laying tractors by South Africa reached $3.5 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Eswatini accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+630% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Eswatini | $1.9M | 54% |
| Namibia | $356K | 10% |
| Nigeria | $313K | 9% |
| Botswana | $299K | 8.6% |
| DR Congo | $236K | 6.8% |
| Zimbabwe | $97K | 2.8% |
| Malawi | $75K | 2.2% |
| Zambia | $71K | 2.1% |
| Mozambique | $69K | 2% |
| Tanzania | $55K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa track-laying tractors imports (HS 8701.30): 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 8701.30: Tractors: track-laying.
Common questions
What is the value of track-laying tractors imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported track-laying tractors worth $60.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 158 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 129% on 2023.
Which countries supply track-laying tractors to South Africa?
The United States was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($59.5 million), followed by Germany (1%) and India (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 247% on the year.
What is the average import price of track-laying tractors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.69 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $14.42 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of track-laying tractors to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.1 million in 2017 to $60.6 million in 2024, an increase of 277%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $19.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also export track-laying tractors?
Yes. South Africa exported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Eswatini, Namibia and Nigeria. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $57.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for track-laying tractors?
The HS code for track-laying tractors is subheading 8701.30. 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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