DIY Chicken Tractor Plans are great for anyone looking to start a small backyard flock or wanting to feed their family fresh eggs. Keep chickens healthy and happy in a portable henhouse that can be moved around your property. They provide you with daily fresh eggs, they eat bugs and weeds out of your garden, and they provide you with a constant supply of fertilizer for your garden. But one of the best benefits is that you can grow your own food for very little cost. If you’re ready to raise your own chickens, it’s important that you build yourself a chicken tractor. This will be where the chickens spend most of their time.
DIY Chicken Tractor Plans
If a predator approaches the chicken coop, all you have to do is move it! These DIY Chicken Tractor plans are very easy to follow and give an outline for a chicken hut that you can easily put together with simple woodworking tools. The entire chicken tractor can be built in a day! Chickens need three main things: food, water, and shelter. They will eat just about anything, which means that for their food source, you can grow most of what they consume in your own backyard or garden. You just need to figure out how much space each chicken needs and make sure that their chicken coop offers them enough protection from the elements and from any predators that might roam around your property.
A chicken tractor lets you take that into consideration and let them freely roam around your yard. 21 free DIY chicken tractor plans that are easy to follow and you can build yourself.
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Chicken Tractor
These Chicken Tractors are iconic structures for any modern homestead. These coops on wheels give your birds constant access to fresh food while fertilizing the soil and controlling pests, all while keeping them safe from predators. Simply place the Chicken Tractor over any compost pile, fill it with a mixture of manure, bedding, shredded paper, straw, or other organic matter, and bury some food waste beneath it. Then load in your birds and get back to enjoying your fresh eggs! Not only are This Chicken Tractor is great for keeping your flock healthy, but they also create rich compost heaps that are perfect for growing delicious vegetables and flowers. More than just chicken coops on wheels, the Root Runners also make a great decoration for your garden or patio.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Tools:
- heavy-duty eye bolts
- sturdy s-hooks
- small turnbuckles
- drywall screws
- case small zip-ties
Supplies:
- Crate
- A way to hang a lamp
- Room for MUCH more feed & water
- Roost
- Nest box
- Run of some sort
4×10 Hoop Tractor
Are you looking for a direction to go with your tractor? This 4×10 hoop-style tractor plan is one option that is easy to build, portable, and can be used with dogs or without. Its coop attaches to the back of the tractor using PVC hoops, giving it protection from the elements, yet easy access for when you want to collect eggs. The large nesting boxes are built along one side of the coop for maximum protection from predators. Build A Portable Chicken Tractor Plan- If you are looking to run a small flock of chickens in the backyard, you might be interested in using this hoop tractor plan.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Tools:
- heavy-duty eye bolts
- sturdy s-hooks
- small turnbuckles
- drywall screws
- case small zip-ties
Supplies:
- plywood
- lumber
- PVC conduit
- wide mesh, ramp
Simple Hoop Tractor
Great for outdoor exploration, the Simple Tractor is a fun way to familiarize children with backyard mechanics and concepts – safety, steering, gears, and lots of other cool activities. Don't let the looks of this tractor fool you. It may be simple, but it's certainly functional. This hand-drawn tractor plan utilizes several items that you may already have in your backyard, like PVC hoops and thin wood beams, so that you can build this tractor in a day or less for yourself and your children. We used PVC hoop house hoops, thin wood beams, and iron sheeting. The push/pull action is surprisingly sturdy.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Tools:
- Tee-Hinges
- Zip Ties
- Barrel Bolt
- Pine Plywood Panel
- Box of assorted wood screws
Supplies:
- foot studs
- foot pieces Schedule Electrical Conduit
- Gauge Welded Wire
- Roll Hardware Cloth
- Poultry Netting
- U Nails
Tractor and Coop With Wheels
This tractor plan is pretty straightforward, with a good mix of practical and decorative details. The coop can house two hens and two roosters and is mounted on the back of the tractor so you can haul it to new pasture every day. The wheels are heavy-duty, so you shouldn’t have a problem moving it over rougher terrain. Plus, everything can be built using mostly reclaimed parts, so this wooden model shouldn’t cost too much to build. Built from mostly reclaimed parts, this tractor plan won’t cost you much to put together. It includes a built-in coop so you can raise your own chickens and start a flock at home. With ample storage space, this is an excellent choice for a homesteader or small farm.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Tools:
- heavy-duty eye bolts
- sturdy s-hooks
- small turnbuckles
- drywall screws
- case small zip-ties
Supplies:
- Crate
- A way to hang a lamp
- Room for MUCH more feed & water
- Roost
- Nest box
- Run of some sort
Little Egg Factory
Little Egg Factory is our latest chicken tractor plan, designed to be a stylish addition to your garden, but practical enough to make keeping chickens simple. With features such as an integrated ramp for the chickens to climb up into their roosting loft, and a hinged side opening for them to enter and exit, the egg collection process couldn't be any simpler. This stylish tractor plan has a loft in the apex, with an incorporated ramp for the chickens to keep dry and warm in. Two of your micro chickens or bantams can easily roost here, along with their bedding and food. It also has a wheeled base, which is easy to move around the garden, so it needn't be left in one place. The trailer can be used to collect up the eggs and bring them straight back to the house.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Tools:
- Tee-HingesZip Ties
- Barrel Bolt
- Pine Plywood Panel
- Box of assorted wood screws
Supplies:
- foot studs
- foot pieces Schedule Electrical Conduit
- Gauge Welded Wire
- Roll Hardware Cloth
- Poultry Netting
- U Nails
DIY Chicken Tractor Plan
If you love the idea of free-range chickens in your backyard, here is a portable chicken tractor for you. Building this "tractor" turned coop is an easy and fun project, even for those who are not all that handy! It consists of a large garden cart with a roof, plywood walls, two nesting boxes, and two roosts. The entire unit can be wheeled around the yard, allowing fresh grass to grow in new areas. This design will also help you keep your chickens safe from predator attacks and not damage your garden growing underneath them as they move through it. The hen house is a chicken tractor - a chicken coop on wheels that allows you to move your rabbits around the yard. It has enough open area for them to graze and will protect them from predators.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Tools:
- heavy-duty eye bolts
- sturdy s-hooks
- small turnbuckles
- drywall screws
- case small zip-ties
Supplies:
- Crate
- A way to hang a lamp
- Room for MUCH more feed & water
- Roost
- Nest box
- Run of some sort
Chicken Menagerie
This chicken menagerie tractor plan is a great-looking plan, perfect for anyone interested in raising chickens for eggs. Chicken Menagerie is a tractor plan with an integrated chicken coop. The coop has nests and egg baskets, plus it has removable top wire netting to make access to the nests easier. Wheels and a strong carry handle to make transportation easy. With the tractor’s incorporated coop section, you can easily move it to different spots on your property as desired. And with its chests for storage and tiers for higher nests, you can keep your backyard looking tidy and well organized. It has an incorporated coop section, with nests designed to hold 5 separate eggs comfortably.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Tools:
- Tee-Hinges
- Zip Ties
- Barrel Bolt
- Pine Plywood Panel
- Box of assorted wood screws
Supplies:
foot studs
foot pieces Schedule Electrical Conduit
Gauge Welded Wire
Roll Hardware Cloth
Poultry Netting
U Nails
The Chickasaw
Think of the Chickasaw plan like a rickshaw. It puts the weight and center of gravity onto the two large wheels in the back. This design makes it easy to move massive amounts of weight by yourself. The bottom barn door is hinged for access to the chickens and eggs, and it has a nifty removable handle for propping up the roof when you’re working inside. This plan not only lets you easily haul heavy loads, but also provides your hens with shelter. The seat of the Chickasaw is adjustable and it can be moved back to provide more space for the loading of supplies. The “Chicksaw” has a hinged roof which makes it easy to access the chickens and eggs, even if there are predators around.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Tools:
- heavy-duty eye bolts
- sturdy s-hooks
- small turnbuckles
- drywall screws
- case small zip-ties
Supplies:
- Crate
- A way to hang a lamp
- Room for MUCH more feed & water
- Roost
- Nest box
- Run of some sort
Pallet Tractor
You can build an eco-friendly and functional chicken tractor using old pallets. There is no need to buy premade kits or follow confusing plans that are hard to understand. Chicken tractors are an economical and efficient way to raise small flocks of meat birds for the backyard homesteader. Building a chicken tractor can be an enjoyable experience that the entire family will love, especially the fresh eggs you'll enjoy each morning. Pallet Tractor is a kind, build backyard chicken tractor using old pallets. The project is very budget-conscious, easy to build, and for those trying to be environmentally conscious about the food that they eat.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Tools:
- Tee-Hinges
- Zip Ties
- Barrel Bolt
- Pine Plywood Panel
- Box of assorted wood screws
Supplies:
- foot studs
- foot pieces Schedule Electrical Conduit
- Gauge Welded Wire
- Roll Hardware Cloth
- Poultry Netting
- U Nails
Large Tractor and Coop
Are you fed up with the high price of eggs at the grocery store? Learn how to build your own chicken coop that will provide you with affordable fresh eggs. In no time, you'll have fresh eggs at your doorstep, waiting to be cooked into delicious meals and desserts. This large tractor and coop combination plan is great for your flock of chickens. So many people want to raise chickens, but they don't have a lot of space. This Large Tractor and Coop can hold up to 14 chickens, and you only need a small amount of space to build it in. The design includes wheels on the tractor so you can easily drag it around your yard, as well as an egg basket on the coop portion for easy egg collecting.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Tools:
- heavy-duty eye bolts
- sturdy s-hooks
- small turnbuckles
- drywall screws
- case small zip-ties
Supplies:
- Crate
- A way to hang a lamp
- Room for MUCH more feed & water
- Roost
- Nest box
- Run of some sort
Lightweight PVC Tractor
This PVC tractor plan is lightweight, cheap to build, and simple to assemble. All you’ll need is PVC piping, mesh wire, and an old tarp, and you can easily make this effective tractor in a day or less. Models of heavy farm equipment can cost hundreds if not thousands of dollars to buy the needed parts. This PVC tractor plan will be easy on your wallet while giving you a great tool to help do your chores around the farm! This PVC garden tractor is not only a great first DIY project, but it can also mow down small grasses in your lawn. It is also environmentally friendly.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Tools:
- heavy-duty eye bolts
- sturdy s-hooks
- small turnbuckles
- drywall screws
- case small zip-ties
Supplies:
- plywood
- lumber
- PVC conduit
- wide mesh, ramp
The Roadhouse
The roadhouse chicken tractor plan is a highly functional, A-frame, tractor-and-coop combination. The idea was to ease the movement of the chickens from the coop to the range during the day and then back again in the evening. That said, a coop is not a structure that you would want to move every day. Consequently, my design includes an A-frame so that you can fold up the ramp when you’re ready to move. It is a versatile plan that can be adjusted to suit the needs of many families. You can make a convenient nest-box door that can be easily accessed from the top or add more roosts for more birds. It has enough space for chickens and larger fowl, and with the hinged ramp that helps control dust, it won’t overwhelm your property.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Tools:
- heavy-duty eye bolts
- sturdy s-hooks
- small turnbuckles
- drywall screws
- case small zip-ties
Supplies:
- Crate
- A way to hang a lamp
- Room for MUCH more feed & water
- Roost
- Nest box
- Run of some sort
Simple A-frame Tractor
Are you looking for a simple construction project that will produce a useful end result? Do you have time to build it this weekend or next? The simple A-frame tractor plan can help. It is inexpensive, made from easy-to-find materials, and very effective. Get your chickens off the ground where they feel safer and give them more room to move around while providing you with fresh eggs.
You can construct this helping very easily, and you can use it to keep up to five chickens safe in their own home. Not only is it very simple to build with just a little bit of carpentry skill, but it also has the added benefit of being able to fold into an almost-flat configuration so you can store it much easier than a standard A-frame when not in use. In fact, it is so versatile that you can easily turn it over for flat storage!
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Tools:
- heavy-duty eye bolts
- sturdy s-hooks
- small turnbuckles
- drywall screws
- case small zip-ties
Supplies:
- Crate
- A way to hang a lamp
- Room for MUCH more feed & water
- Roost
- Nest box
- Run of some sort
Barn Tractor
This barn tractor plan is a great-looking tractor-and-coop combination. It has panels that can access the inside of the coop from behind and from inside the run itself. It is a large tractor that may be difficult to move on your own, and it may require a few days to construct. But it will give you lots of space for your hens to roam around in! This barn tractor plan is a great-looking tractor-coop combination. It has panels that can access the inside of the coop from behind and from inside the run itself. This tractor-and-coop combination is a large tractor that may be difficult to move on your own, and it may require a few days to construct.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Tools:
- heavy-duty eye bolts
- sturdy s-hooks
- small turnbuckles
- drywall screws
- case small zip-ties
Supplies:
- Crate
- A way to hang a lamp
- Room for MUCH more feed & water
- Roost
- Nest box
- Run of some sort
Simple Chicken Tractor
This simple chicken tractor plan is the perfect way to get eggs if you have limited yard space, but still want fresh organic eggs from your own hens. It has a hatch in the back for easy egg collection and attached handles so you can haul it around your small space. . The tall roof and attached handles allow you to haul it around wherever you need to go, and the hatch at the back allows easy egg access without having to move into the coop if your hens have taken a liking to lay in the grass.
This chicken tractor plan is a great building project that will keep your chicken in your yard where they can scratch and peck around, fertilizing your lawn and keeping pests at bay. The small footprint allows you to raise just a few chickens in an area that would otherwise be unproductive.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Tools:
- heavy-duty eye bolts
- sturdy s-hooks
- small turnbuckles
- drywall screws
- case small zip-ties
Supplies:
- plywood
- lumber
- PVC conduit
- wide mesh, ramp
Hen Hideout
Your very own Hen Hideout is ideal for housing your chickens and comes with a host of features and benefits. The four heavy-duty wheels make it easy to move around on your own—ideal if you have a large yard or aren’t able to carry the enclosure long distances. The PVC piping is lightweight and helps ensure that your hen house will be easy to construct, so it doesn’t require any special tools or skills. It will give you enough space for hens, and there’s also enough room inside for a nesting box and perch so your birds can feel both safe and happy.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Tools:
- heavy-duty eye bolts
- sturdy s-hooks
- small turnbuckles
- drywall screws
- case small zip-ties
Supplies:
- Crate
- A way to hang a lamp
- Room for MUCH more feed & water
- Roost
- Nest box
- Run of some sort
Bicycle Chicken Tractor
Are you tired of lugging around your chicken tractor and moving it through the garden to give your chickens a fresh patch of food? No problem! The Bicycle Chicken Tractor is a unique design that just might solve all of your problems. It has two old or unused bicycles for you to use in this plan, which is easy to build and fairly lightweight. This unique tractor plan will help you easily move your chickens around the yard. It is simple to build, fairly lightweight and utilizes old bicycles you may have to hang around. The bicycle wheels help the tractor move more easily, and it is also pretty compact, making it a great tool for small farms or for small yards.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Tools:
- heavy-duty eye bolts
- sturdy s-hooks
- small turnbuckles
- drywall screws
- case small zip-ties
Supplies:
- Crate
- A way to hang a lamp
- Room for MUCH more feed & water
- Roost
- Nest box
- Run of some sort
Reclaimed Chicken Coop
Whether you need to bolster your flock or are looking for a way to turn your yard into your chicken's playground, this bolt-together tractor-and-coop combo will be just what you're looking for. It has three levels: a coop at the top for nesting, a roosting area in the center (for the ramp from the coop), and a scratching and foraging section on the bottom. Keep in mind that this project is more than just putting together pre-made items. It takes thought and care to maximize the potential of a space while still keeping in mind the needs of your chickens. This allows the chickens to scratch, sleep, lay eggs and eat without the mess of the chicken droppings in your yard. There are also two levels just in case you have different sizes of chickens.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Tools:
- heavy-duty eye bolts
- sturdy s-hooks
- small turnbuckles
- drywall screws
- case small zip-ties
Supplies:
- Crate
- A way to hang a lamp
- Room for MUCH more feed & water
- Roost
- Nest box
- Run of some sort
Chicken Tractor The Third
Chicken Tractor The Third is the only tool you'll need to build a portable chicken tractor. It's quick, easy, and affordable! Chicken Tractor III is a portable chicken coop/pig shed/resource center. It provides protection, food, water, and shelter to your chickens while they do the work of growing succulent fruit and vegetables. Everything a chicken needs, right at its doorstep! The Chicken Tractor is guaranteed to take all the frustration out of keeping chickens. Designed with a removable roof, fold-down sides, and wheels on one side, it allows you to easily move, protect, and confine your flock. Painted double doors with a chicken wire "window" make it easy for you to tend to your flock. Don't get frustrated by trying to build a chicken coop.. order Chicken Tractor III today!
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Tools:
- heavy-duty eye bolts
- sturdy s-hooks
- small turnbuckles
- drywall screws
- case small zip-ties
Supplies:
- A way to hang a lamp
- Room for MUCH more feed & water
- Roost
- Nest box
- Run of some sort
Sadie Lane Brooder
Home-raised chickens are now easier to find than ever before. Sadie Lane Brooder has these chicks covered. No longer will you need to purchase a 50ft. electrical cord and extension cord that is constantly tripping someone up; no more hiding cords around your back yard. This portable Brooder plugs directly into a standard wall outlet, anywhere you have one available. This organizer is designed to fit snuggly in the bottom of the brooder, so chicks can safely and comfortably reach their food and water. Easy to clean plastic liners, textured flooring and a metal water tray with a closeable valve make it simple to maintain ideal conditions for your brooder.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Tools:
- heavy-duty eye bolts
- sturdy s-hooks
- small turnbuckles
- drywall screws
- case small zip-ties
Supplies:
- PLYWOOD
- A way to hang a lamp
- Room for MUCH more feed & water
- Roost
- Nest box
- Run of some sort
Summary
If you’re looking for some chicken tractor plans, you’ve come to the right place. We have a variety of designs to choose from, sure to fit any budget. From the most basic of structures to an elegant chicken menagerie, we have designed here to suit every need! Before you get started building, please note that these plans may require construction skills and tools not typically found in the home. Hopefully, we’ve helped you find the one to suit your unique needs, so you can get started building today!
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