Refurbished used HOWO trucks for sale in Africa start from USD 13,000 FOB China for a basic cargo or chassis unit, rising to USD 30,000+ for a fully modified heavy-spec tractor truck or fuel tanker. This page covers every model and type — HOWO7, NX, and TX — including dump trucks, tractor trucks, mixer trucks, water tankers, fuel tankers, vacuum tankers, cargo trucks, box trucks, and chassis — with 2026 FOB price ranges and shipping details for buyers in Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Tanzania, Zambia, Ethiopia, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Senegal, and Côte d'Ivoire. According to the African Development Bank, roads carry approximately 80% of all freight on the continent — a structural reality that keeps demand for reliable, affordable heavy trucks strong in every Sub-Saharan market.
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Who Buys Used HOWO Trucks in Africa — and What They Need
Road construction contractors in Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Nigeria win national highway tenders and need earthworks fleets immediately. A used HOWO 6x4 dump truck or water bowser at USD 15,000–22,000 FOB is the difference between a profitable contract and a loss-making one. New European trucks at two to three times that price do not fit within the margin structure of African public-works tenders.
Mining logistics operators in Zambia, Ghana, DRC, and Zimbabwe haul ore, concentrate, and reagents on rough laterite haul roads. They need high-torque, high-clearance platforms. The HOWO7 6x4 with the WD615 371HP engine handles 25-tonne payloads on gradients that competing brands at the same price cannot match. A used HOWO fuel tanker truck supplying diesel to remote mine concessions, or a vacuum tanker managing effluent at a processing plant, is standard fleet equipment at every serious West or Southern African mine operation.
Long-haul freight operators running the Mombasa–Kampala, Dar es Salaam–Lusaka, or Tema–Ouagadougou corridors need tractor heads that pull 40-foot containers over 500–2,000 km round trips. A used HOWO tractor truck in 400HP lands at a cost that allows operators to recover investment within 12–18 months of daily operation — a payback window no new European unit can match.
Municipal and utility buyers — city councils, water utilities, and waste agencies in Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya — procure used HOWO mixer trucks, water tankers, and vacuum trucks for urban contracts. Budget constraints at local government level make refurbished HOWO units the only commercially rational option in 2026.
HOWO Models & Truck Types Available for Africa
The HOWO7 covers model years 2015–2021. It runs the WD615 or D10 engine in 336–420HP, is available in 6x4 and 8x4, and is the most widely found used model on African roads. Its parts network across Lagos, Nairobi, Accra, Dar es Salaam, Lusaka, and Harare is unmatched. The HOWO NX runs the MC11 or WP12 engine in 380–430HP with a wider cab and suits 2018–2022 model years, preferred in Zambia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa for heavy-spec mine and long-haul work. The HOWO TX is the current top-line generation with Euro V options and an upgraded dashboard; used TX units from 2021–2023 suit buyers in markets enforcing stricter emission standards or requiring higher resale values.
Available truck types across all three cab generations: dump truck (tipper), tractor truck, concrete mixer truck, water tank truck, fuel tanker truck, vacuum tank truck, cargo flatbed truck, box truck, and bare chassis for local body-building. Axle configurations range from 4x2 for urban work to 8x4 for maximum-payload mining and construction.
Key Spec: HOWO Spare Parts Availability Across Africa
Parts availability is HOWO’s single most important competitive advantage across Africa. WD615 engine rebuild kits, HW19710 gearbox components, clutch assemblies, injector pumps, brake linings, and cab glass are stocked by active dealers in virtually every major African city. Most items are available within 24–72 hours locally. MAN, Mercedes-Benz parts at equivalent spec typically require air-freight from Europe, adding 10–21 days of operational downtime and USD 1,500–4,000 in freight cost per repair event. For fleet operators on construction or mining contracts where every parked day is lost revenue, this difference is what drives brand choice in Africa.
Local Application & Decision Summary
In Nigeria, used HOWO dump trucks and tractor heads dominate port logistics and road contracts. As enforced by the Nigeria Customs Service, a 15-year age ceiling applies to imported commercial trucks under HS Code 8704; targeting model year 2015 and newer protects buyers from clearance risk at Apapa or Tin Can Island. In Kenya, NIF-funded highway projects are driving demand for dump trucks, water bowsers, and mixers. In Ghana, mining haulage at Tarkwa and Obuasi drives fuel tanker and heavy tipper demand under local content regulations. In Tanzania and Zambia, corridor logistics and Copperbelt mine expansion have created sustained demand for 400/430HP tractor trucks capable of 500+ km daily cycles.
Versus MAN and Shacman: used HOWO delivers 40–60% lower acquisition cost at equivalent work output on African road and mine-site conditions. Shacman and FAW compete on price but have shallower in-country parts networks in most Sub-Saharan markets. MAN outperform on European motorways; those advantages disappear on laterite haul roads where ground clearance, axle strength, and local parts availability determine uptime.
Direct answer: If your target landed cost is under USD 25,000 per unit, your route includes any unpaved section, and you need repairs done locally without waiting for parts, a refurbished HOWO is the rational choice for Africa in 2026. Decision trigger: units ship from stock within 7–14 days of modification completion. Order now to meet your next project mobilisation date.
Used HOWO Truck Price List for Africa – FOB China Reference
All prices are FOB Qingdao or Tianjin after refurbishment. Freight to African ports adds approximately USD 3,500–6,500 per unit. Modification add-ons are listed below the table. Request a CIF price for your specific port and truck type.
| Truck Type & Model |
Configuration |
FOB Price (USD, 2026) |
Key Markets |
| Used HOWO dump truck |
6x4, 371HP, 18–22 m³ |
16,000–22,000 |
Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Tanzania |
| Used HOWO NX / TX dump truck |
6x4 or 8x4, 371–430HP |
19,000–28,000 |
Zambia, Uganda, Zimbabwe |
| Used HOWO tractor truck |
6x4, 371-430HP |
13,000–22,000 |
Nigeria, Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal |
| Used HOWO NX / TX tractor truck |
6x4, 371-430HP |
16,000–25,000 |
Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, Uganda |
| Used HOWO concrete mixer truck |
6x4, 10–12 m³ drum |
17,000–20,000 |
Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria |
| Used HOWO water tank truck |
6x4, 15,000–20,000 L |
15,000–20,000 |
Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Mozambique |
| Used HOWO fuel tanker truck |
6x4, 15,000–20,000 L |
17,500–22,500 |
Ghana, Zambia, DRC, Angola |
| Used HOWO vacuum tank truck |
6x4, 8,000–12,000 L |
17,000–23,000 |
Nigeria, Burundi, Kenya |
| Used HOWO cargo / flatbed truck |
6x4 |
13,000–22,000 |
Pan-Africa |
| Used HOWO box truck |
6x4, van body |
17,000–23,000 |
Nigeria, Malawi, Rwanda |
| Used HOWO chassis truck |
6x4 or 8x4, bare chassis |
13,000–20,000 |
Nigeria, Ghana (local body-building) |
Modification pricing (FOB add-ons): LHD→RHD conversion +USD 1,500 | New cab +USD 2,000–3,500 | New upper body +USD 2,000–4,000 | Refurbished engine +USD 2,000–2,500 | Brand-new engine, custom HP (371–430HP) +USD 4,000–6,000 | Electric pump to mechanical pump, new electrical circuit, new air circuit, new tyres & rims: quoted per unit on request.
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Shipping, Refurbishment & Factory Modifications
Qingdao Alston Motors Co., Ltd is a used truck refurbishment and modification factory based in Jining, Shandong — not a trading company or broker. Every truck passes through our in-house workshop before loading. Modifications completed before shipment include: LHD to RHD conversion; used cabin replaced with a new HOWO7, NX, or TX cab shell; used upper body (tipper, tank, or drum) replaced with a new fabricated unit to your specification; electric pump changed to mechanical pump where required by market conditions; engine upgraded to refurbished, remanufactured, or brand-new unit with customised horsepower (371HP to 430HP); full replacement of the electrical circuit; new air brake circuit; and new tyres and rims fitted to your destination standard. A video inspection report and pre-shipment certificate are issued for every unit before loading.
Shipping is primarily by bulk carrier (RoRo / breakbulk) from Qingdao, Tianjin, or Lianyungang. Container shipping is available for smaller units or grouped orders. Transit times: Mombasa 22–30 days, Dar es Salaam 25–32 days, Lagos/Apapa 28–35 days, Tema 32–38 days, Durban 28–35 days. Full MOFCOM 2026-compliant export documentation is included with every shipment.
See below real shipping photos of our used HOWO trucks exported to Africa. All units are photographed during actual loading at China ports, showing bulk carrier operations, professional securing, and pre-shipment inspection - ensuring every truck is ready for safe delivery to markets such as Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Zambia, and Tanzania.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of a used HOWO dump truck in Nigeria in 2026?
A refurbished HOWO7 6x4 dump truck with a 18–22 m³ tipper body is USD 16,000–22,000 FOB China. CIF Lagos/Apapa adds approximately USD 4,500–5,500. Confirm current import duty rates with a licensed NCS clearing agent before ordering.
Can I get a used HOWO truck in RHD for Kenya, Tanzania, or Zambia?
Yes. LHD to RHD conversion is done at our Jining factory before shipping. It adds USD 1,500 per unit and takes 5–7 working days. All steering, electrical, and dashboard systems are adapted to the correct drive side.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Single unit is accepted. Orders of 3 or more qualify for consolidated vessel loading and preferential pricing.
How do I verify the condition of a truck before payment?
Every unit comes with a full video inspection: cold start, engine run, gearbox shift-through, chassis walk-around, and functional body test. Third-party inspection by your appointed agent at our Jining yard is always available and never obstructed.
How long does it take to receive the truck after payment?
Modification and documentation: 7–14 working days. Vessel transit to your African port: 22–38 days. Total lead time from deposit to port arrival: approximately 5–7 weeks for most destinations.
Are used HOWO trucks reliable for long-haul routes in Africa?
A properly maintained HOWO WD615-powered unit reaches 800,000–1,200,000 km before a full drivetrain overhaul. Units with a new or remanufactured engine start this lifecycle fresh from day one. On sealed corridors within rated GVW, units consistently trend toward the upper mileage range.
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Send us your country, truck type, quantity, and intended use. Qingdao Alston Motors Co., Ltd responds with a matched FOB or CIF price list within one business day. Single units welcome. Fleet orders handled directly from factory stock.
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