Crane trucks imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported crane trucks worth $256.7 million (22.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 197 countries. Value rose 29% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $256.7M | 22.2K t |
| 2023 | $198.6M | 19.3K t |
| 2022 | $168.1M | 16.0K t |
| 2021 | $155.2M | 12.2K t |
| 2020 | $105.9M | 9.5K t |
| 2019 | $152.1M | 13.0K t |
| 2018 | $142.9M | 10.8K t |
| 2017 | $133.3M | 11.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports crane trucks from
Germany alone supplied 88% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $225.4M | 88% |
| Netherlands | $12.8M | 5% |
| Ireland | $6.7M | 2.6% |
| Finland | $4.9M | 1.9% |
| Poland | $1.8M | 0.7% |
| China | $1.4M | 0.6% |
| Italy | $866K | 0.3% |
| Norway | $827K | 0.3% |
| France | $421K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $398K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.57 per kg, 147% above the world average of $4.69. 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.
Crane trucks exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported crane trucks worth $50.6 million (13.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 118 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Netherlands (40%), Germany (21%), Ireland (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $20.0M | 40% |
| Germany | $10.6M | 21% |
| Ireland | $5.5M | 11% |
| Belgium | $2.4M | 4.8% |
| Poland | $2.1M | 4.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.1M | 4.1% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 2.7% |
| Chile | $769K | 1.5% |
| United States | $578K | 1.1% |
| Taiwan | $480K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom 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 the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported crane trucks worth $256.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 197 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply crane trucks to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($225.4 million), followed by the Netherlands (5%) and Ireland (3%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 753% on the year.
What is the average import price of crane trucks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.57 per kg in 2024, 147% above the world average of $4.69 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of crane trucks to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $133.3 million in 2017 to $256.7 million in 2024, an increase of 93%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $164.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export crane trucks?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $50.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Germany and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $206.1 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.
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