Heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes by Zambia reached $63.2 million in 2024 (28.3 thousand tonnes). That is 112% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $63.2M | 28.3K t |
| 2023 | $29.8M | 18.8K t |
| 2022 | $33.9M | 22.2K t |
| 2021 | $36.5M | 20.0K t |
| 2020 | $21.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $33.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $29.1M | 7.4K t |
| 2017 | $16.2M | 2.8K t |
Where Zambia imports heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes from
China alone supplied 64% of it. Among the main suppliers, Tanzania grew fastest (+873% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $40.2M | 64% |
| India | $4.6M | 7.3% |
| Tanzania | $3.7M | 5.9% |
| Hong Kong | $3.5M | 5.6% |
| South Africa | $3.4M | 5.4% |
| United Kingdom | $3.0M | 4.8% |
| Japan | $733K | 1.2% |
| Sweden | $706K | 1.1% |
| Ireland | $537K | 0.9% |
| Singapore | $442K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.23 per kg, 68% below the world average of $7.05, 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.
Heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes worth $2.7 million (1.0 thousand tonnes). DR Congo alone took 86% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $2.3M | 86% |
| South Africa | $127K | 4.7% |
| Mozambique | $95K | 3.5% |
| Malawi | $81K | 3% |
| Botswana | $47K | 1.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $26K | 1% |
| Uganda | $8K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes imports (HS 8704.23): 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 8704.23: Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes worth $63.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 28.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 112% on 2023.
Which countries supply heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes to Zambia?
China was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($40.2 million), followed by India (7%) and Tanzania (6%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 873% on the year.
What is the average import price of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.23 per kg in 2024, 68% below the world average of $7.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.2 million in 2017 to $63.2 million in 2024, an increase of 289%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $33.0 million a year.
Does Zambia also export heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes?
Yes. Zambia exported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, South Africa and Mozambique. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $60.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes?
The HS code for heavy diesel trucks >20 tonnes is subheading 8704.23. 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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