Crane trucks imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
Uganda imported $6.7 million of crane trucks in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 64% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 26% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $18.7 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 | $6.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $18.7M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 888 t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 610 t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 912 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 276 t |
Where Uganda imports crane trucks from
China alone supplied 83% of it. Among the main suppliers, Kenya grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.5M | 83% |
| Norway | $572K | 8.6% |
| Kenya | $332K | 5% |
| Netherlands | $115K | 1.7% |
| Japan | $40K | 0.6% |
| DR Congo | $28K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $28K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $20K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.06 per kg, 35% 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 Uganda
Exports of crane trucks by Uganda reached $1.3 million in 2024 (303 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were DR Congo (44%), Rwanda (30%), South Sudan (26%). Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $566K | 44% |
| Rwanda | $395K | 31% |
| South Sudan | $335K | 26% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda 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 Uganda?
Uganda imported crane trucks worth $6.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 197 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 64% on 2023.
Which countries supply crane trucks to Uganda?
China was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($5.5 million), followed by Norway (9%) and Kenya (5%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 66% on the year.
What is the average import price of crane trucks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.06 per kg in 2024, 35% 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 Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $6.7 million in 2024, an increase of 415%. The peak was 2023 at $18.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.3 million a year.
Does Uganda also export crane trucks?
Yes. Uganda exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Rwanda and South Sudan. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $5.4 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?
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