On June 16, a batch of 100 Dongfeng Huashen VS tractors powered by Yuchai YCK11 engines were exported to Saudi Arabia. This marks Yuchai's first large-scale delivery of heavy-duty powertrain-equipped tractors in Saudi Arabia over its two decades of local market cultivation. The breakthrough signifies Yuchai's strategic transformation in Saudi Arabia, evolving from a leading provider of passenger transport power solutions to a dual leader covering both passenger and freight transportation sectors. It also sets a milestone for Chinese heavy-duty commercial powertrains in tapping the Middle Eastern trunk logistics market.
Since establishing its presence in Saudi Arabia in 2005, Yuchai has adhered to localized operation and in-depth market cultivation across the Middle East. Backed by superior product reliability and comprehensive service systems, Yuchai has long ranked first among imported bus powertrain brands in Saudi Arabia, with an installed base of over 40,000 units. More than 70% of the region's long-distance coaches, school buses and Hajj transport fleets are equipped with Yuchai engines.
Custom-built for the extreme operating conditions of the Middle East, the YCK11 heavy-duty truck powertrain features comprehensive performance tailored to the demands of Saudi Arabia's freight industry. This delivery fills Yuchai's product gap in the local heavy-duty trunk freight segment, enabling the company to provide full-scenario powertrain solutions covering passenger transportation, logistics and engineering equipment in Saudi Arabia.
Going forward, grounded in the Belt and Road Initiative's global deployment, Yuchai will further deepen its layout in the Middle East. The company will continue upgrading localized powertrain products and service solutions adapted to local working conditions, and collaborate with complete vehicle partners to expand the heavy-duty logistics market. Committed to delivering high-quality Chinese powertrain products across the Middle East, Yuchai will keep polishing the international brand image of Chinese power manufacturing.