Locomotives (other power types) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported locomotives (other power types) worth $6.7 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 55 countries. Value rose 263% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 26% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 223 t |
| 2022 | $811K | 82 t |
| 2021 | $340K | 21 t |
| 2020 | $314K | 122 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 34 t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 121 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 98 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports locomotives (other power types) to
Poland alone took 73% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+679% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $4.8M | 73% |
| United States | $1.3M | 20% |
| Saudi Arabia | $127K | 1.9% |
| Brunei | $87K | 1.3% |
| Singapore | $87K | 1.3% |
| North Macedonia | $83K | 1.3% |
| Japan | $40K | 0.6% |
| Switzerland | $29K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $29K | 0.4% |
| Ireland | $10K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.80 per kg, 81% below the world average of $19.68, 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.
Locomotives (other power types) imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $2.0 million of locomotives (other power types) in 2024 (105 tonnes). Italy alone supplied 86% of it. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.7M | 86% |
| Germany | $119K | 6% |
| Netherlands | $109K | 5.5% |
| United States | $27K | 1.3% |
| Ireland | $6K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $4K | 0.2% |
| Denmark | $2K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $2K | 0.1% |
| New Zealand | $2K | 0.1% |
| Australia | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom locomotives (other power types) exports (HS 8602.90): 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 8602.90: Rail locomotives and locomotive tenders: other than diesel-electric powered.
Common questions
What is the value of locomotives (other power types) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported locomotives (other power types) worth $6.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 55 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 263% on 2023.
Which countries buy locomotives (other power types) from the United Kingdom?
Poland was the largest buyer with 73% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by the United States (19%) and Saudi Arabia (2%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 21 buyer countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 679% on the year.
What is the average export price of locomotives (other power types) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.80 per kg in 2024, 81% below the world average of $19.68 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of locomotives (other power types) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $6.7 million in 2024, an increase of 413%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import locomotives (other power types)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Germany and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for locomotives (other power types)?
The HS code for locomotives (other power types) is subheading 8602.90. 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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