FAW Jiefang J7

This 2022 FAW Jiefang J7 6×4 tractor truck shows 250,000 km and runs a 560 hp Jiefang diesel with a 12-speed AMT gearbox. It is a strong fit for cross-border haulage and 40-ft container work in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, Ethiopia and the wider African market. Every unit is mechanically inspected, test-driven and cleaned before loading.

Every FAW tractor truck we export undergoes thorough mechanical inspection, test drive, and professional cleaning before shipping. We provide complete documentation including Bill of Lading, certificate of origin, and export customs clearance.

Available for RORO or container shipping from Tianjin, Shanghai or Guangzhou ports. Delivery time to major African ports is typically 20-35 days.

WhatsApp: +86 15717687720 for live video inspection and current pricing.

🎬 Watch: FAW J7 560HP 6×4 Tractor Truck (2022) — $16,500 FOB (Shorts)

FAW Jiefang J7 (2022) – key specifications

• Registration / model year: 2022.2
• Configuration: 6×4 tractor unit (tractor head)
• Engine: FAW Jiefang diesel, 560 hp
• Gearbox: 12-speed AMT (automated manual)
• Odometer: 250,000 km (documented)
• Fuel: diesel
• Built for: 40-ft container and cross-border haulage

Why the J7 works on African long-haul routes

A 560 hp engine paired with a 12-speed AMT keeps the J7 pulling a loaded 40-ft container at highway speed on the gradients that punish underpowered tractors – the Mombasa-Nairobi, Lagos-Kano and Tema-Ouagadougou corridors are the classic examples. The AMT takes clutch wear out of stop-start border queues, and FAW’s parts network across Nigeria, Kenya, Tanzania and Zambia keeps service straightforward.

At 250,000 km this unit is mid-life, not end-of-life. The engine, gearbox and rear axles are the first inspection points, so we send a cold-start video, a test drive and a full mechanical checklist before you pay a deposit.

What to check before buying a used J7

• Turbo and injectors – the two wear items on high-mileage Jiefang diesels; ask for boost and return-flow readings.
• AMT clutch actuator – on a 12-speed AMT, confirm smooth engagement from a cold start.
• Fifth wheel and chassis – inspect for cracking around the coupling plate and rear cross-member.
• Paperwork – registration book, mileage history and an export invoice in the vehicle’s name.

Shipping and delivery

We load from Tianjin, Shanghai or Guangzhou. A 6×4 tractor usually ships RORO or on a flat-rack rather than inside a 40-ft container, because the cab height exceeds container clearance. Transit to major African ports runs 20-35 days. CIF is FOB plus ocean freight and insurance; for Africa-bound tractors the freight component typically adds USD 1,500-3,500 depending on the destination port.

FAQ – buying this FAW J7

What is the price of this FAW J7?

This 2022 J7 560 hp 6×4 is offered at USD 16,500 FOB (see the video above). FOB excludes ocean freight, insurance and destination charges – message us on WhatsApp for a landed CIF quote to your port.

Can I inspect the truck before paying?

Yes. We send a live video walk-around, a cold start, a test drive and close-up photos of the chassis and engine bay before any deposit.

Is 250,000 km too high for a used J7?

No. With a 560 hp engine and a 12-speed AMT, 250,000 km is mid-life. What decides the value is service history and the mechanical inspection – both of which we document for you.

What documents do you provide?

Bill of Lading, certificate of origin and export customs clearance, plus a proforma invoice before the deposit. Payment is by bank transfer to our company account.

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