Overall activity in the tractor segment remains low compared to last year. The main marker of March is the decline in the pace of fleet renewal with new vehicles and the stagnation of used equipment imports. The logistics business has clearly taken a pause, trying to adapt its tariffs to the new realities of gas stations. In total, 1,261 tractors were registered in the three segments during the month.
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Internal market: stability on DAFʼs shoulders
Domestic resales showed the greatest growth dynamics compared to February ( +12% ), but in annual terms the market declined by 6.4%. This indicates that domestic carriers are more likely to exchange equipment that is already “on hand” than to invest in imports or new assets.
The undisputed king of Ukrainian roads remains the DAF XF. Its share is almost twice as high as that of its closest competitor. The secret to success is simple: a clear service base and a huge number of spare parts. MAN TGX is confidently holding second place, and Volvo FH closes the top three. It is interesting that veterans like Renault Magnum are still in the top 10. However, with a diesel engine at 90 UAH/l, their appetites are becoming a serious test for profitability, which forces owners to look for a more modern replacement.
Import of used tractors: "fresh blood" under economic pressure
The segment of used equipment imports from Europe has almost frozen in growth (+2.3% MM). The figure of 405 units is 11% less than in March 2025. Carriers are in no hurry to transport equipment from the EU, as the cost of entering the business has increased, and the payback due to expensive energy sources has become difficult to predict.
In the import structure, the fight between DAF XF and MAN TGX is almost equal — the difference is only a few units. The third position is held by Scania R-Series, which is chosen by those for whom fuel efficiency over long distances is critical. In general, the import top consists exclusively of the "big European seven", which emphasizes: reliability and the possibility of quick repair now weigh more than the initial price.
New tractor market: investment pause
The biggest drop was recorded in the segment of new imported tractors — minus 24.4% compared to February. Only 62 new vehicles received their first registration. This is a clear signal: large fleets and leasing companies have slowed down their renewal programs.
In this narrow segment, the leader was the MAN TGX, which managed to overtake the Volvo FH. The Mercedes-Benz Actros closes the top three. The few registrations of the new DAF XF and XG series indicate that even fans of the brand are now very cautious about capital investments. The purchase of a new tractor unit in early 2026 is a step that only companies with long-term contracts and guaranteed transportation volumes dare to take.
Results
- Fuel impasse. Diesel at UAH 90 has become a "ceiling" for many small carriers. Logistics is becoming increasingly consolidated: only those who can ensure maximum loading in both directions survive.
- DAF-dependence. The domestic market continues to hold on to the XF model. It is the most liquid asset, the easiest to sell or exchange.
- Stagnation of renewal. The decline in imports (both used and new) means that the average age of the tractor fleet will start to increase again. Carriers choose a strategy of "dokat" existing resources instead of risky investments in new equipment.
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