Self-propelled earth handling machinery exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported self-propelled earth handling machinery worth $35.4 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 89 countries for exports of this product. That is 57% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $61.6 million.
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 | $35.4M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $22.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $43.0M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $19.2M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $43.6M | 5.8K t |
| 2019 | $61.6M | 7.3K t |
| 2018 | $51.4M | 6.4K t |
| 2017 | $26.2M | 4.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports self-propelled earth handling machinery to
Most of it went to Ireland (23%), United States (21%), Netherlands (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $8.3M | 23% |
| United States | $7.5M | 21% |
| Netherlands | $5.3M | 15% |
| Turkey | $2.6M | 7.3% |
| Spain | $1.8M | 5.1% |
| Canada | $1.6M | 4.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.4M | 4% |
| South Africa | $940K | 2.7% |
| France | $817K | 2.3% |
| Finland | $677K | 1.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.71 per kg, 20% above the world average of $9.73. 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.
Self-propelled earth handling machinery imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $16.5 million of self-propelled earth handling machinery in 2024 (958 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from France (22%), Sweden (22%), China (14%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+735% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.6M | 22% |
| Sweden | $3.6M | 22% |
| China | $2.4M | 15% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 14% |
| United States | $1.9M | 12% |
| Finland | $657K | 4% |
| Spain | $528K | 3.2% |
| Ireland | $355K | 2.1% |
| Canada | $218K | 1.3% |
| Denmark | $155K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom self-propelled earth handling machinery exports (HS 8430.50): 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 8430.50: Machinery: for handling earth, minerals or ores, self-propelled, n.e.c. in heading no. 8430.
Common questions
What is the value of self-propelled earth handling machinery exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported self-propelled earth handling machinery worth $35.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 89 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 57% on 2023.
Which countries buy self-propelled earth handling machinery from the United Kingdom?
Ireland was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($8.3 million), followed by the United States (21%) and the Netherlands (15%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 65 buyer countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 735% on the year.
What is the average export price of self-propelled earth handling machinery per kg?
The average declared export value was about $11.71 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $9.73 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of self-propelled earth handling machinery from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $26.2 million in 2017 to $35.4 million in 2024, an increase of 35%. The peak was 2019 at $61.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $37.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import self-propelled earth handling machinery?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $16.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, Sweden and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $18.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for self-propelled earth handling machinery?
The HS code for self-propelled earth handling machinery is subheading 8430.50. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8430 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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