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product_id: 661748019
title: "CAT Dig N’ Build Dirt Playset – 12 oz Moldable Dirt Compound, Working Crane, 2 Little Machines Vehicles, Construction Molds & Easy-Cleanup Tray, Sensory STEM Toy for Kids Ages 3 +"
brand: "cat"
price: "R1284"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 9
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/661748019-cat-dig-n-build-dirt-playset-12-oz-moldable-dirt
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 2 working Little Machines vehicles Functional working crane included 12 oz moldable dirt compound CAT Dig N’ Build Dirt Playset – 12 oz Moldable Dirt Compound, Working Crane, 2 Little Machines Vehicles, Construction Molds & Easy-Cleanup Tray, Sensory STEM Toy for Kids Ages 3 +

**Brand:** cat
**Price:** R1284
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🏗️ Build Big Dreams, No Mess, All Fun!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** CAT Dig N’ Build Dirt Playset – 12 oz Moldable Dirt Compound, Working Crane, 2 Little Machines Vehicles, Construction Molds & Easy-Cleanup Tray, Sensory STEM Toy for Kids Ages 3 + by cat
- **How much does it cost?** R1284 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/661748019-cat-dig-n-build-dirt-playset-12-oz-moldable-dirt)

## Best For

- cat enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted cat brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Award-Winning STEM Play:** National Parenting Product Award winner that boosts fine motor skills, spatial reasoning, and early engineering thinking.
- • **Realistic Moldable Dirt:** 12 oz of premium dirt compound that feels like real soil but never dries out, ensuring endless creative play without the mess.
- • **Durable CAT-Tough Design:** Heavy-duty plastic vehicles and tools built to withstand sandbox grit and rough play, perfect for energetic kids.
- • **Complete Construction Zone:** Includes a working crane, two 3-inch vehicles, four molds, and traffic accessories all in a snap-fit tray for on-the-go building fun.
- • **Mess-Free Sensory Experience:** Gritty, kinetic texture offers sensory satisfaction with easy cleanup, ideal for indoor or outdoor play anytime.

## Overview

The CAT Dig N’ Build Dirt Playset is a premium 11-piece construction kit featuring 12 oz of moldable dirt compound, a working crane, two Little Machines vehicles, and multiple molds. Designed for kids ages 3+, it combines durable CAT-quality materials with award-winning STEM learning benefits, offering a realistic, mess-free sensory experience that encourages creativity, fine motor skills, and spatial awareness. Perfect for indoor or outdoor play, this compact set delivers endless construction fun with easy cleanup.

## Description

Product Description Turn your living room, sandbox or picnic table into a mini construction zone with the CAT Dig N’ Build Dirt Playset. Kids pour the included 12 ounces of moldable dirt into the tray, pack it into the brick and barrier molds, then use the working crane or Little Machines dump truck and loader to haul their creations into place. The gritty, kinetic texture feels like real soil but wipes up dry, giving young builders all the sensory satisfaction without muddy mess. Each 11-piece set (model 83418) measures a shelf-friendly 9.8 × 2.4 × 8.3 in and weighs just 1.8 lb, making it easy to store or take along to playdates. True to CAT heritage, every part is built to last, and the toy meets safety standards for children 36 months and up. Whether it’s a rainy-day living-room build or a sunny afternoon in the yard, the Dig N’ Build Dirt Playset gives kids the tools to dream, design and dig—again and again. Directions 1. Pour the included 12 ounces of moldable dirt into the tray. 2. Pack the dirt into the brick and barrier molds. 3. Use the working crane or Little Machines dump truck and loader to haul the creations into place. P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); Safety Warning Choking Hazard – Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years. See more

Review: Dig dig dig - Great kit! Nephew loved it! The magnetic sand is cool too, easy to tidy up. The crane is pretty cool, just wish it had a better way of locking into the base.
Review: Great toy - Great toy hood fun.

## Features

- Mix, Mold & Sculpt Dirt – Includes 12 oz (340 g) of premium dirt compound that packs like real soil yet sticks together and never dries out, so kids can re-create rugged job-site terrain day after day.
- Complete Job-Site in a Box – Working crane, two 3-inch Little Machines vehicles, four construction molds, traffic accessories and a snap-fit play tray deliver hours of open-ended building fun indoors or outdoors.
- Award-Winning Playset – Proud National Parenting Product Awards (NAPPA) winner, recognized for combining creativity, durability and STEM skill-building in one engaging kit.
- CAT-Tough Durability – Vehicles and tools are molded from heavy-duty plastic designed to survive sandbox grit, driveway gravel and enthusiastic preschool crews.
- Sensory STEM Learning – Scooping, packing and lifting strengthen fine-motor skills, spatial awareness and early engineering thinking for boys and girls ages 3 +.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0D1H496XQ |
| Assembly Required | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 161,537 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 4,632 in Toy Building Sets |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (312) |
| Date First Available | 25 July 2024 |
| Educational Objective(s) | Cognitive Development, Colour Recognition, Concentration, Construction Skills, Spatial Reasoning |
| Item model number | 83418 |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 36 months - 12 years |
| Material Type(s) | Plastic |
| Number of Game Players | 1 |
| Number of pieces | 11 |
| Product Dimensions | 24.89 x 6.1 x 21.08 cm; 453.59 g |
| Release date | 13 May 2025 |
| tech_spec_battery_description_toys | No batteries required |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** CAT
- **Cartoon character:** Caterpillar
- **Colour:** Yellow
- **Educational objective:** Cognitive Development, Colour Recognition, Concentration, Construction Skills, Spatial Reasoning
- **Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS):** 36.0
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Number of pieces:** 11
- **Special feature:** crane, moulds, outdoor play, quality concrete compound, storage container
- **Sub brand:** Caterpillar
- **Theme:** Building zones, Construction, Outdoor Play, indoor play

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Dig dig dig
*by B***N on 20 June 2025*

Great kit! Nephew loved it! The magnetic sand is cool too, easy to tidy up. The crane is pretty cool, just wish it had a better way of locking into the base.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great toy
*by Y***E on 6 May 2025*

Great toy hood fun.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fun
*by K***K on 18 April 2025*

Present for a little boy

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-03*