Playground Equipment Appleton



The Playground Equipment Appleton blends exercise and fun in a way that gets kids moving without them realizing it's good for them. Built for ages 5-12, this commercial structure packs a solid mix of climbing, sliding, and active play into a 34' 6" x 38' 7" footprint. It handles 47-55 kids at once with an 84" fall height. Meets ASTM F1487 and CPSC #325 safety standards. This is the kind of structure kids come back to day after day.

BEST FOR: I'd recommend the Appleton for elementary schools and parks that want a well-rounded structure -- not too climbing-heavy, not all slides, just a good balance of everything. The 47-55 kid capacity handles a typical recess group without overcrowding, and the mix of activities means kids with different interests all find something to do. It's a solid workhorse playground.

At a Glance

  • Ages 5-12 years
  • Capacity: 47-55 kids at once
  • Fall height: 84"
  • Use zone: 34' 6" x 38' 7"
  • Balanced mix of climbing, sliding, and active play
  • Designed for repeated engagement across the age range
  • Powder-coated steel posts with polyethylene components
  • Available in Primary, Neutral, and Custom color schemes
  • Meets ASTM F1487 and CPSC #325 safety standards
  • Model PKP271

What Makes the Playground Equipment Appleton Stand Out?

The Playground Equipment Appleton doesn't try to be the biggest or the tallest -- it tries to be the most well-rounded, and it succeeds. The play activities are balanced so climbers, sliders, and kids who just want to hang out and explore all have their spot. That balance is harder to design than it sounds, and it's what keeps kids coming back instead of getting bored after the first week. For the 5-12 age range, variety matters more than any single wow factor.

The footprint is about 35 by 39 feet with an 84" fall height, so you'll need surfacing rated for a 7-foot drop. At 47-55 kid capacity, it handles a standard class or two comfortably. Nothing about this structure is flashy, but everything about it works. We install within 120 miles of Bergen County, NJ. Call us at 201-670-4000 -- I'm happy to walk you through how the Appleton compares to other structures in this size range.

CAPACITY: 47-55 Kids, ages 5-12 Years.

USE ZONE: 34' 6"W x 38' 7"L — plan your site layout accordingly.

FALL HEIGHT: 84". Requires appropriate safety surfacing.

MATERIALS: Powder-coated steel posts with polyethylene plastic components.

CERTIFICATIONS: ASTM F1487 and CPSC Guidelines #325 compliant.

Specifications

  • Model: PKP271
  • Category: Commercial Playgrounds
  • Age Range: 5-12 Years
  • Capacity: 47-55 Kids
  • Fall Height: 84"
  • Use Zone: 34' 6"W x 38' 7"L
  • Materials: Powder-coated steel posts with polyethylene plastic components
  • Certifications: ASTM F1487, CPSC Guidelines #325

Shipping & Installation

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.

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