Vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) by the United Kingdom reached $332.6 million in 2024 (24.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 204 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $332.6M | 24.3K t |
| 2023 | $335.1M | 22.8K t |
| 2022 | $269.1M | 20.5K t |
| 2021 | $242.4M | 15.1K t |
| 2020 | $195.9M | 13.9K t |
| 2019 | $302.6M | 25.9K t |
| 2018 | $253.4M | 19.9K t |
| 2017 | $269.8M | 19.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) from
The largest suppliers were France (49%), Belgium (30%), Italy (7%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+252% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $164.0M | 49% |
| Belgium | $99.0M | 30% |
| Italy | $24.0M | 7.2% |
| Spain | $15.7M | 4.7% |
| China | $13.6M | 4.1% |
| Denmark | $3.6M | 1.1% |
| Slovakia | $2.3M | 0.7% |
| Poland | $1.7M | 0.5% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 0.4% |
| Finland | $1.3M | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.66 per kg, 50% above the world average of $9.09. 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.
Vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) worth $74.5 million (8.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to United States (21%), Saudi Arabia (12%), Australia (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+948% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $15.9M | 21% |
| Saudi Arabia | $8.6M | 12% |
| Australia | $5.8M | 7.8% |
| Germany | $4.9M | 6.6% |
| Ireland | $4.8M | 6.5% |
| Spain | $4.7M | 6.3% |
| Mexico | $3.4M | 4.6% |
| France | $2.8M | 3.8% |
| Algeria | $2.7M | 3.6% |
| Malaysia | $2.4M | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) imports (HS 8707.90): 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 8707.90: Vehicles: bodies (including cabs) for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8701, 8702, 8704 or 8705.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) worth $332.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 204 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($164.0 million), followed by Belgium (30%) and Italy (7%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 252% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.66 per kg in 2024, 50% above the world average of $9.09 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $269.8 million in 2017 to $332.6 million in 2024, an increase of 23%. The peak was 2023 at $335.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $275.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $74.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Saudi Arabia and Australia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $258.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck)?
The HS code for vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) is subheading 8707.90. 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 8707 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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