Locomotives imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported locomotives worth $18.6 million (456 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 172% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $51.3 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 | $18.6M | 456 t |
| 2023 | $6.8M | 543 t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 102 t |
| 2021 | $51.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 111 t |
| 2019 | $45.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 207 t |
| 2017 | $4.8M | 260 t |
Where Turkey imports locomotives from
One supplier dominates: Spain accounted for 76% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $14.1M | 76% |
| Czech Republic | $3.7M | 20% |
| Italy | $416K | 2.2% |
| Germany | $269K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $42K | 0.2% |
| China | $36K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8602
| 8602.10 | Rail locomotives: diesel-electric powered | 91% |
| 8602.90 | Rail locomotives and locomotive tenders: other than diesel-electric powered | 8.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8602.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $40.72 per kg, 96% above the world average of $20.73. 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.
Locomotives exports from Turkey
Exports of locomotives by Turkey reached $1.0 million in 2024 (246 tonnes). Georgia alone took 60% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $609K | 60% |
| Mexico | $229K | 22% |
| United Arab Emirates | $184K | 18% |
| Togo | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
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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 8602: Rail locomotives; (other than those of heading no. 8601), locomotive tenders.
Common questions
What is the value of locomotives imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported locomotives worth $18.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 456 tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 115 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 172% on 2023.
Which countries supply locomotives to Turkey?
Spain was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($14.1 million), followed by the Czech Republic (20%) and Italy (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 7 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of locomotives per kg?
The average declared import value was about $40.72 per kg in 2024, 96% above the world average of $20.73 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of locomotives to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.8 million in 2017 to $18.6 million in 2024, an increase of 287%. The peak was 2021 at $51.3 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Turkey also export locomotives?
Yes. Turkey exported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Georgia, Mexico and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $17.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for locomotives?
The HS code for locomotives is heading 8602. In Turkey the largest six-digit codes were 8602.10 (91% of the value) and 8602.90 (9%). It sits in HS chapter 86 (railway, tramway locomotives, rolling-stock and parts thereof; railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings and parts thereof; mechanical (including electro-mechanical) traffic signalling equipment of all kinds). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8602 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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