HOWO Trucks for Sale in Kenya: A Practical Buyer’s Guide

HOWO is a range of heavy commercial trucks made by Sinotruk, and buyers in Kenya can enquire about several chassis and body types. This guide shows how to approach a purchase so you end up with a truck that fits the work, not only the budget.

Start with the work

Write down what the truck will carry, how far it will travel and on what kind of roads. A tipper moving sand over short, rough routes has very different needs from a prime mover covering long distances on tarmac.

Choose the category

• tipper trucks for sand, ballast, aggregates and other loose materials
• prime movers for pulling semi-trailers over long distances
• rigid trucks for distribution and general haulage on a single chassis
• cargo trucks with box, curtainside or similar bodies
• mixer trucks for concrete supply

Compare specifications, not slogans

Look at payload, weight ratings, axle configuration, engine power and torque, transmission, emissions standard and warranty. Compare trucks on the same basis, and ask for anything that is missing from a quotation. Our article on payload and weight ratings explains the weight terms.

Ask for a clear quotation

A useful quotation states the exact model and specification, the body or equipment included, the price, what is not included, availability and delivery arrangements. If you plan to ask about financing, say so at the start.

Next steps

Browse the HOWO trucks listed on this website, read the Truck Buying Guide, then talk to Njoki about the shortlist.

Want help choosing? Call or WhatsApp Njoki on 0794624466, or request a quotation and describe the work your truck needs to do.