NJ Swingsets
$ 7,676.00
The Playground Equipment Starship Orbiter is a commercial climbing and spinning structure for ages 5-12 that combines a roundabout with a rope climber. Kids climb the rope network while the structure allows rotational play. Handles 13-18 kids. Fall height is 72" with a use zone of 24' 9" W x 24' 9" L. Meets ASTM F1487 and CPSC #325 safety standards.
BEST FOR: I'd recommend the Starship Orbiter for playgrounds that want to combine climbing and spinning in one piece. Kids who get bored with stationary climbers are drawn to the rotational element, and kids who love spinners get the added challenge of climbing. It covers two play categories with one structure.
The Starship Orbiter does something most playground equipment does not -- it combines climbing with spinning. The rope network gives kids the climbing challenge they expect, but the rotational element adds a vestibular component that makes the experience feel different every time. Kids have to adjust their grip and balance as the structure moves, which builds coordination in a way that static climbers cannot. That combination is what keeps 13-18 kids engaged without them lining up for turns.
The use zone is just under 25 by 25 feet, so it fits into mid-size spaces. The 72-inch fall height keeps surfacing requirements manageable. This is a popular add-on for playgrounds that already have a main structure and need something with a different play value. We can help you figure out placement and surfacing. Call us at 201-670-4000.
CAPACITY: 13-18 Kids, ages 5-12 Years.
USE ZONE: 24' 9"W x 24' 9"L — plan your site layout accordingly.
FALL HEIGHT: 72". Requires appropriate safety surfacing.
MATERIALS: Powder-coated steel posts with polyethylene plastic components.
CERTIFICATIONS: ASTM F1487 and CPSC Guidelines #325 compliant.
Shipping and professional installation are quoted separately. Contact NJ Swingsets & Playgrounds for a complete quote including delivery and installation. We are located in Midland Park, NJ and provide installation services in New Jersey, parts of New York, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. Nationwide shipping available.