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Rolling Shop Utility Cart Plans

A compact 2x4 frame cart with two plywood trays, sized to roll between your workbench and saws. Add casters to the bottom frame and it becomes a mobile tool or miter saw station.

32″ W × 20″ D × 32″ H16 pieces24 screwsWorkshop
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3D model of the mobile utility cart
32″ × 20″ × 32″ rolling shop utility cart: two-tier 2x4 frame with 3/4″ plywood worktop and tool shelf.

Cut list

Identical pieces are grouped. Lengths are finished lengths in inches.

QtyMaterialSizeCutsPieces
4×4x431.3″Square (90°)Legs
4×2x415″Square (90°)2× Aprons2× Stretchers
4×2x430″Square (90°)2× Aprons2× Stretchers
1×plywood20″ × 32″ (0.75″ thick)Square (90°)Worktop
3×2x418″Square (90°)Shelf Slats

Lumber shopping list

Board counts are optimized from standard stock lengths and include a 1/8″ saw kerf per cut.

Tools you need

Assembly steps

  1. Side Frames (×2)
    Make 2 identical units (4 pcs each): 2× Leg (4x4, 31.3″) 1× Side Apron (2x4, 15″) 1× Side Stretcher (2x4, 15″)
  2. Frame Assembly
    2× Apron (2x4, 30″) 2× Stretcher (2x4, 30″)
  3. Top & Finishing Assembly
    1× Worktop (plywood, 20″ × 32″) 3× Shelf Slat (2x4, 18″)
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FAQ

How much lumber do I need for this mobile utility cart?

2× 4x4 × 8′, 3× 2x4 × 8′, 1 plywood / sheet panel (sizes in the cut list). That is 5 boards in total, optimized from standard stock lengths with a 1/8″ saw kerf.

What screws should I use?

The plan uses 24 wood screws (2-1/2″, 1-1/2″). Use exterior-rated screws for outdoor builds.

Can I customize or modify this plan?

Yes. Open it in the free BenchBuild 3D studio to freely modify the model, resize parts, add pieces, or change lumber dimensions. Your cut list, board count and cost estimate update automatically.

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