Big Willie Tank Playset Plan

Unleash backyard adventures with the Big Willie Tank Playset,an oversized, caricaturesque tank that’s built for bold play. Inspired by the WWI "Big Willie" tank design, this playset offers 160 sq ft of total play space, including an upper-level lookout station and crawlable treads. With six total entrances/exits, kids can explore every inch of this interactive hull. The turret platform provides a 360° view of the outside and a down-the-barrel perspective, sparking endless imaginative scenarios.

Designed for children aged 3–8, this playset features 10° angled walls and treads that add an animated and caricaturist aesthetic. The 49-page, step-by-step PDF plan guides builders through creating this epic structure. Whether defending the backyard from imaginary invaders or embarking on daring missions, the Big Willie Tank Playset is sure to be every boy's dream come true.

Features:

• WWI "Big Willie" tank design inspiration
  
• 160ft² in usable play space
• Six total entrance/exits
• Interactive hull and treads grants more exploratory play
• Upper interior loft in the turret platform provides a 360° view of the outside and down the barrel viewpoint
  
• 10° angled walls and treads adds an animated and caricaturist aesthetic
• Designed for children aged 3-8
• 49 page, step by step PDF plan

Plan Category:

🚂 Vehicle Playset Plans

Exterior Dimensions:

• 12' Wide
• 14' Deep
  
• 10' Tall

Lumber List:

Make sure to take advantage of any volume discount from your local lumber yard!

Decking:

( 16 ) 5/4” x 6” x 8'

( 1 ) 5/4” x 6” x 10'

( 51 ) 5/4” x 6” x 12'

2x2:

( 12 ) 2” x 2” x 8'

2x4:

( 70 ) 2” x 4” x 8'

( 14 ) 2” x 4” x 10'

( 61 ) 2” x 4” x 12'

( 6 ) 2” x 4” x 16'

2x6:

( 2 ) 2” x 6” x 8'

( 16 ) 2” x 6” x 12'

Plywood:

( 18 ) ½" Sheets