Crane trucks imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported crane trucks worth $4.6 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 59% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $11.2 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 | $4.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $11.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $7.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $6.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $4.7M | 642 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 355 t |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.77 per kg, 41% below the world average of $4.69, 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.
Crane trucks exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported crane trucks worth $204 thousand (84 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 68% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $138K | 68% |
| Turkey | $66K | 32% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania 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 Tanzania?
Tanzania imported crane trucks worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 197 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 59% on 2023.
Which countries supply crane trucks to Tanzania?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by Germany (13%) and Belgium (7%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 142% on the year.
What is the average import price of crane trucks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.77 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $4.69 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of crane trucks to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024, an increase of 157%. The peak was 2023 at $11.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.0 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export crane trucks?
Yes. Tanzania exported $204 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo and Turkey. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $4.4 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?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Tanzania. Tell us your product to see it live.
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