Red River Cart Plans

Ivan Collins plans for the ruggedly designed cart used in isolated settlements along the Red River of the North (C 1801- 1880).

These are 1/8th scale drawings ideal for building a model or full-size cart.

We also recommend pairing these plans with our Wheelwrighting: A Modern Introduction Vol. 2 book as it has very detailed instructions on building a Red River Cart.

Visit our blog on the Red River Cart for an in-depth look at its history.

• Please Note: Dimensions are not included you will need a scale ruler to calculate the dimensions.
• This is not a step by step plan! It's concept drawings only.

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