Market Forecast By Excavator Type (Crawler Excavators, Wheeled Excavators, Mini Excavators), By Excavator Tonnage (Upto 5 Tons, 6-15 Tons, 16-30 Tons, Above 30 Tons), By Crane Type (Mobile Cranes, Tower Cranes, Crawler Cranes, Truck-Mounted Cranes), By Crane Capacity (Upto 25 Tons, 26-100 Tons, 101-300 Tons, Above 300 Tons), By Wheel Loaders (Medium Wheel Loaders, Large Wheel Loaders), By Wheel Loaders Payload Type (3-5 Tons, 10-15 Tons, >15 Tons), By Application (Construction & Infrastructure, Mining, Oil & Gas, Industrial), and Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC13413772 | Publication Date: Sep 2025 | Updated Date: Sep 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 94 | No. of Figures: 37 | No. of Tables: 17 | |
Uganda Excavator, Crane, and Wheel Loaders Market Report thoroughly cover the market by Excavator Type, Excavator Tonnage, Crane Type, Crane Capacity, Wheel Loaders, Wheel Loaders Payload Type, and Application. Uganda Excavator, Crane, and Wheel Loaders Market Outlook report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing Uganda Excavator, Crane, and Wheel Loaders Market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers. This would help stakeholders devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
The Uganda excavator, crane, and wheel loaders market experienced growth in recent years, driven by infrastructure development, mining expansion, and key government initiatives to stimulate economic growth. Construction sector output rose from 2021 to 2024, highlighting a notable increase in construction activity that substantially supported demand for heavy machinery. Rising exploration and extraction of key minerals such as gold, limestone, and iron ore attracted both domestic and international investment.
To support the sector, the government enacted the Mining and Minerals Act (2022) and the Mining and Minerals (Licensing) Regulations (2023), establishing a structured framework to regulate and promote mining activities. Furthermore, Uganda, rich in natural resources, has estimated recoverable oil reserves, and with first oil expected in 2025, this development is set to significantly boost demand for heavy machinery for exploration, quarrying, and extraction.
According to 6Wresearch, Uganda Excavator, Crane, and Wheel Loaders Market revenue size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.7% during 2025-2031. The market is expected to sustain its growth momentum, supported by the continued expansion of the construction and mining sectors. Key upcoming commercial developments, including Saddler View Office Park and Kampala Marriott Hotel, both scheduled for completion by 2026, together with major road infrastructure projects under the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) 2023–2027, are anticipated to drive demand for construction machinery.
Notable projects include the Kampala–Jinja Expressway, projected to attract investments in 2025/26, and the Hoima–Wanseko Road, with an allocated budget for 2026/27. Growth is also being bolstered by rising international investments across infrastructure, real estate, and mining. In addition, under the National Development Plan IV (NDP IV), the Uganda Railways Corporation has launched a five-year program through 2030 to upgrade railway infrastructure, rolling stock, and services, with plans to expand the Meter Gauge Railway from 2025 to 2029. Collectively, these developments are set to accelerate machinery demand, enhance operational capacity, and reinforce Uganda’s long-term infrastructure growth trajectory.
Crawler excavators are expected to witness the highest growth in Uganda’s excavator, crane, and wheel loader market during 2025–2031 due to increasing large-scale infrastructure projects, expanding mining and quarrying activities, and government investments. Their superior stability, versatility on rough terrain, and efficiency in heavy-duty operations drive sustained demand.
Tower cranes are expected to witness the highest growth in Uganda’s excavator, crane, and wheel loader market during 2025–2031 due to rapid urbanization, rising high-rise residential and commercial construction, large-scale infrastructure projects, and increasing foreign investments. Their efficiency in lifting heavy materials to greater heights makes them essential for modern building and development activities.
In 2024, excavators above 30 tons accounted for the largest revenue share in Uganda due to their extensive use in large-scale infrastructure and mining projects. With significant investment in Road Maintenance & Construction Projects under the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) Budget, these high-capacity machines are vital for road construction, highway development, and bridge works, requiring deep excavation and heavy lifting.
Construction & Infrastructure led Uganda’s wheel loader market in 2024 by revenue, driven by government and private investments in large-scale projects—roads, railways, and commercial developments—alongside rising non-metallic and metallic mineral production, creating continuous demand for loaders to transport aggregates, sand, and soil.
In 2024, Uganda’s Upto 25 Tons segment led revenue share as contractors favored compact, fuel-efficient machines for urban infrastructure, housing, and road projects. Their lower purchase costs, easier transport, and versatility in diverse construction environments made them the most practical choice for mid-scale developments.
3–5 ton wheel loaders captured the highest revenue share in Uganda’s excavator, crane, and wheel loader market in 2024, driven by their optimal balance of power and efficiency, making them ideal for urban construction, infrastructure projects, quarrying, and material handling in moderate-scale applications.
Construction & Infrastructure captured the highest revenue share in Uganda in 2024, driven by the government’s significant investment in major national projects—roads, railways, and energy—under National Development Plan III, alongside allocating around 8.5% of the 2023/24 budget to transport and infrastructure, fueling segment growth.
Large wheel loaders are projected to see the highest growth in Uganda’s excavator, crane, and wheel loader market during 2025–2031, driven by mechanization in mining and construction, rising investments in industrial and infrastructure projects, and the need for faster, more efficient material movement across extensive project sites.
The report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:
1. Executive Summary |
2. Introduction |
2.1. Report Description |
2.2. Key Highlights of the Report |
2.3. Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4. Research Methodology |
2.5. Assumptions |
3. Global Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Overview |
3.1. Global Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues and Volume, 2021 - 2031F |
4. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Overview |
4.1. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues and Volume, 2021 - 2031F |
4.2. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market - Industry Life Cycle |
4.3. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market - Porter's Five Forces |
4.4. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market - Macroeconomic Indicators |
5. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Dynamics |
5.1. Impact Analysis |
5.2. Market Drivers |
5.3. Market Restraints |
6. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Trends and Evolution |
7. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Overview, By Excavator Type |
7.1 Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share and Volume Share, By Excavator Type, 2024 & 2031F |
7.2 Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues and Volume, By Excavator Type, 2021-2031F |
7.2.1. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues and Volume, By Crawler Excavators, 2021-2031F |
7.2.2. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues and Volume, By Wheeled Excavators, 2021-2031F |
7.2.3. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues and Volume, By Mini Excavators, 2021-2031F |
7.3 Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share and Revenues, By Excavator Tonnage, 2021-2031F |
7.3.1. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Upto 5 Tons, 2021-2031F |
7.3.2. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By 6-15 Tons, 2021-2031F |
7.3.3. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By 16-30 Tons, 2021-2031F |
7.3.4. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Above 30 Tons, 2021-2031F |
7.4 Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share and Revenues, By Excavator Application, 2021-2031F |
7.4.1. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Construction & Infrastructure, 2021-2031F |
7.4.2. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Mining, 2021-2031F |
7.4.3. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Oil & Gas, 2021-2031F |
7.4.4. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Industrial, 2021-2031F |
8. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Overview, By Crane Type |
8.1 Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share and Volume Share, By Crane Type, 2024 & 2031F |
8.2 Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues and Volume, By Crane Type, 2021-2031F |
8.2.1. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues and Volume, By Mobile Cranes, 2021-2031F |
8.2.2. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues and Volume, By Tower Cranes, 2021-2031F |
8.2.3. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues and Volume, By Crawler Cranes, 2021-2031F |
8.2.4. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues and Volume, By Truck-Mounted Cranes, 2021-2031F |
8.3 Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share and Revenues, By Crane Capacity, 2021-2031F |
8.3.1. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Upto 25 Tons, 2021-2031F |
8.3.2. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By 26-100 Tons, 2021-2031F |
8.3.3. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By 101-300 Tons, 2021-2031F |
8.3.4. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Above 300 Tons, 2021-2031F |
8.4 Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share and Revenues, By Crane Application, 2021-2031F |
8.4.1. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Construction & Infrastructure, 2021-2031F |
8.4.2. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Mining, 2021-2031F |
8.4.3. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Oil & Gas, 2021-2031F |
8.4.4. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Industrial, 2021-2031F |
9. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Overview, By Wheel Loaders Type |
9.1 Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share and Volume Share, By Wheel Loaders Type, 2024 & 2031F |
9.2 Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues and Volume, By Wheel Loaders Type, 2021-2031F |
9.2.1. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues and Volume, By Medium Wheel Loaders, 2021-2031F |
9.2.2. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues and Volume, By Large Wheel Loaders, 2021-2031F |
9.3 Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share and Revenues, By Wheel Loaders Payload Type, 2021-2031F |
9.3.1. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By 3-5 Tons, 2021-2031F |
9.3.2. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By 10-15 Tons, 2021-2031F |
9.3.3. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By >15 Tons, 2021-2031F |
9.4 Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share and Revenues, By Wheel Loaders Application, 2021-2031F |
9.4.1. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Construction & Infrastructure, 2021-2031F |
9.4.2. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Mining, 2021-2031F |
9.4.3. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Oil & Gas, 2021-2031F |
9.4.4. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Industrial, 2021-2031F |
10. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Key Performance Indicators |
11. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Opportunity Assessment |
11.1. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Opportunity Assessment, By Excavator Type, 2031F |
11.2. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Opportunity Assessment, By Crane Type, 2031F |
11.3. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Opportunity Assessment, By Wheel Loaders, 2031F |
12. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Import Analysis |
13. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Competitive Landscape |
13.1. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Ranking, By Top 3 Companies, CY2024 |
13.2. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Technical Parameters |
13.3. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters |
14. Company Profiles |
14.1. Caterpillar |
14.2. Komatsu Ltd. |
14.3. J C Bamford Excavators Ltd. |
14.4. XCMG Group |
14.5. SANY Group |
14.6. Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. |
14.7. The Manitowoc Company, Inc. |
14.8. HD Hyundai Construction Equipment Co.,Ltd. |
14.9. The Liebherr Group |
14.10. Liugong Machinery Co., Ltd. |
15. Key Strategic Recommendations |
16. Disclaimer |
List of Figures |
1. Global Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues and Volume, 2021-2031F ($ Billion, Thousand Units) |
2. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues and Volume, 2021-2031F ($ Million, Units) |
3. Uganda Total Investment, 2021-2026F & 2030F, (% of GDP) |
4. Uganda Real GDP Growth, 2021-2026F & 2030F, (in %) |
5. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share, By Excavator Type, 2024 & 2031F |
6. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Volume Share, By Excavator Type, 2024 & 2031F |
7. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share, By Excavator Tonnage, 2024 & 2031F |
8. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share, By Excavator Application, 2024 & 2031F |
9. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share, By Crane Type, 2024 & 2031F |
10. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Volume Share, By Crane Type, 2024 & 2031F |
11. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share, By Crane Capacity, 2024 & 2031F |
12. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share, By Crane Application, 2024 & 2031F |
13. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share, By Wheel Loaders, 2024 & 2031F |
14. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Volume Share, By Wheel Loaders, 2024 & 2031F |
15. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share, By Wheel Loaders Payload Type, 2024 & 2031F |
16. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Share, By Wheel Loaders Application, 2024 & 2031F |
17. Uganda Government Capex in Infrastructure Development (in Billion USD), 2023-2025 |
18. Uganda Construction Sector Output Growth 2021-2024 (%) |
19. Uganda’s Non-Metallic Mineral Production, Q3 FY 2024-Q3 FY 2025, (in Tonnes) |
20. Uganda Limestone Production in Uganda, Q1-Q3 2024/25, (in Tonnes) |
21. Value Added by Mining & Quarrying at Constant Prices, FY2021-FY 2023 ($ Billion) |
22. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Opportunity Assessment, By Excavator Type, 2031F |
23. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Opportunity Assessment, By Crane Type, 2031F |
24. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Opportunity Assessment, By Wheel Loaders, 2031F |
25. Uganda Excavator Import Data, By Country, 2024 (in $ Thousand) |
26. Share of Top 3 Import Partners, 2024 |
27. Uganda Tower Crane Import Data, By Country, 2024 (in $ Thousand) |
28. Share of Top Import Partners, 2024 |
29. Uganda Mobile & Crawler Crane Import Data, By Country, 2024 (in $ Thousand) |
30. Share of Top 3 Import Partners, 2024 |
31. Uganda Truck Mounted Crane Import Data, By Country, 2024 (in $ Thousand) |
32. Share of Top Import Partners, 2024 |
33. Uganda Wheel Loader Import Data, By Country, 2024 (in $ Thousand) |
34. Share of Top 3 Import Partners, 2024 |
35. Uganda Excavator, Crane, and Wheel Loaders Market Revenue Ranking, By Companies, CY2024 |
36. Uganda Key Mining Region 2024 |
37. Uganda Mining Sector's Contribution to GDP, FY 2023-2040E, (%) |
List of tables |
1. Uganda Key Figures, 2024-2025E & 2030F |
2. Uganda Upcoming Road Maintenance & Construction Projects Proposed Budget 2023-2029 |
3. Uganda Upcoming Road Maintenance & Construction Projects Proposed Budget 2023-2027F ($ Million) |
4. Uganda Key Upcoming Commercial Projects |
5. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Excavator Type, 2021-2031F, ($ million) |
6. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Volume, By Excavator Type, 2021-2031F (Units) |
7. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Excavator Tonnage, 2021-2031F ($ million) |
8. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Excavator Application, 2021-2031F ($ million) |
9. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Crane Type, 2021-2031F, ($ million) |
10. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Volume, By Crane Type, 2021-2031F (Units) |
11. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Crane Capacity, 2021-2031F ($ million) |
12. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Crane Application, 2021-2031F ($ million) |
13. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Wheel Loaders, 2021-2031F, ($ million) |
14. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Volume, By Wheel Loaders, 2021-2031F (Units) |
15. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Wheel Loaders Payload Type, 2021-2031F ($ million) |
16. Uganda Excavator, Crane and Wheel Loaders Market Revenues, By Wheel Loaders Application, 2021-2031F ($ million) |
17. Uganda Upcoming Construction Projects 2024 |