Ignite your child's imagination with the First Rescue Fire Truck Playset Plan, a 10x16-foot wooden playset that transforms your backyard into a bustling firehouse. Designed for children aged 3 to 10, this playset features two levels connected by trapdoors, offering 130 square feet of interior play space. The vibrant, detailed chassis, complete with six wheels, side mirrors, and a light bar, captures the essence of a real fire truck. Kids can climb up to the second story using two ladders, man the boom water nozzle, and pretend to race to the rescue.
This playset isn't just about looks, it's built for action. The front and rear seats, along with back benches, provide ample room for multiple children to play simultaneously. The design includes side and back exits for easy access and a spot to add a 7-foot slide for added fun. The detailed 51-page step-by-step PDF plan ensures a straightforward building process, making it a rewarding project for DIY enthusiasts. Whether it's a birthday surprise or a special backyard addition, the First Rescue Fire Truck Playset promises endless hours of imaginative play.
Features:
- 130ft² in usable interior play space
- Two Levels w/ two trap doors
- 4' 6" wall height
- Details include two stories, front seats & back benches, side and back exits, mirrors, light bar, boom water nozzle.
- Spot to add a 7' high slide
- Designed for ages 3-10
- 51 page, step by step PDF plan
Plan Category:
Dimensions:
- 20' Wide
- 9' 8" Deep
- 9' Tall
Framing Details:
- Joists: 2x6 & 2x4 - 16" O.C.
- Walls: 2x4 - 16" O.C.
Lumber List:
Make sure to take advantage of any volume discount from your local lumber yard!
Decking:
( 57 ) 5/4” x 6” x 8'
( 33 ) 5/4” x 6” x 10'
( 27 ) 5/4” x 6” x 12'
( 17 ) 5/4” x 6” x 16'
2x4:
( 46 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 38 ) 2” x 4” x 10'
( 27 ) 2” x 4” x 12'
( 7 ) 2” x 4” x 16'
2x6:
( 24 ) 2” x 6” x 8'
( 4 ) 2” x 6” x 10'
2x8:
( 1 ) 2” x 8” x 8'
4x4:
( 3 ) 4” x 4” x 8'
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