Medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes by the United Kingdom reached $489.6 million in 2024 (42.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 217 countries. Value fell 22% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $1.56 billion.
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 | $489.6M | 42.8K t |
| 2023 | $625.6M | 55.4K t |
| 2022 | $515.9M | 50.4K t |
| 2021 | $424.7M | 44.2K t |
| 2020 | $508.5M | 51.9K t |
| 2019 | $1.56B | 160.2K t |
| 2018 | $1.48B | 144.3K t |
| 2017 | $1.13B | 126.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes from
The largest suppliers were France (24%), Germany (22%), Poland (12%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+142% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $115.3M | 24% |
| Germany | $110.1M | 23% |
| Poland | $57.0M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $53.1M | 11% |
| Italy | $47.1M | 9.6% |
| Spain | $36.6M | 7.5% |
| Japan | $23.6M | 4.8% |
| Ireland | $20.3M | 4.1% |
| Sweden | $7.8M | 1.6% |
| Portugal | $5.1M | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.43 per kg, 58% above the world average of $7.25. 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.
Medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes by the United Kingdom reached $455.0 million in 2024 (72.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. One buyer market dominates: Netherlands accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+78% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $240.2M | 53% |
| Ireland | $45.0M | 9.9% |
| Namibia | $23.3M | 5.1% |
| Israel | $20.4M | 4.5% |
| Guyana | $13.6M | 3% |
| Lithuania | $10.7M | 2.4% |
| Malta | $10.6M | 2.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $8.9M | 2% |
| Tanzania | $8.3M | 1.8% |
| Cyprus | $6.4M | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes imports (HS 8704.22): 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 8704.22: Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes worth $489.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 42.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 217 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($115.3 million), followed by Germany (22%) and Poland (12%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 142% on the year.
What is the average import price of medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.43 per kg in 2024, 58% above the world average of $7.25 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.13 billion in 2017 to $489.6 million in 2024, a fall of 57%. The peak was 2019 at $1.56 billion. Over 8 years the average was $841.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $455.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Ireland and Namibia. That compares with imports of $489.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes?
The HS code for medium diesel trucks 5-20 tonnes is subheading 8704.22. 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 8704 page.
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