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2016 Scania R490 Topline
Year: 2016
Mileage: —
Gearbox: Automatic
Emissions: EURO 6
US$15,982
Invoiced as £11,950 · indicative conversion
Quality tractor units for sale, shipped to Zambia
Tractor units, also called prime movers or artic units, pull semi-trailers on long-haul, mining and cross-border routes. We source used tractor units from UK sellers, inspect them, and ship and clear them into Zambia.
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Who buys tractor units from us
Haulage companies, fleet operators and owner-drivers who need dependable long-distance power, from day cabs to high-roof sleepers.
What to check before you buy
- Service history and mileage for the age
- Engine and gearbox condition, clutch wear
- Fifth-wheel and coupling condition
- Tyres, brakes and axle configuration (4x2, 6x2, 6x4)
- Emissions standard, and whether it suits fuel and AdBlue availability on your routes
How buying from the UK to Zambia works
- 1. Choose a vehicleBrowse the stock, or tell us what you need and we source it.
- 2. We inspect itWe can arrange a mechanical inspection before you commit.
- 3. We ship itWe buy it from the UK seller and arrange the shipment to Zambia.
- 4. We clear it and hand it overWe handle the customs clearing into Zambia and agree the handover with you.
We give you a written quote for the vehicle, shipping and clearing before you pay anything. Read more in our guide to importing a vehicle from the UK to Zambia.
Questions buyers ask
- What should I check when buying a used tractor unit?
- Ask for the service history, check the mileage is sensible for the age, and look at the clutch, gearbox, fifth wheel, tyres and brakes. We can arrange an inspection before you buy.
- Does the emissions standard matter in Zambia?
- It can. Newer Euro 5 and Euro 6 engines rely on cleaner diesel and AdBlue, which are not equally easy to find everywhere. Tell us your routes and we will help you choose an engine that suits them.
- Can you ship a tractor units from the UK to Zambia?
- Yes. UKAF Cargo buys the vehicle from the UK seller, arranges the inspection, shipping and customs clearing into Zambia, and gives you every charge in writing before you pay. Message us on WhatsApp or ask for a quote for the specific vehicle.
- Who pays the import duty and taxes in Zambia?
- The buyer pays import duty and taxes, set by the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA). They depend on the vehicle type, age and engine size and can change, so we give you an estimate in your quote and the final figure is what is charged on clearing.
