- Bowls
- Croquet
- Tennis
- Cricket
- Golf
- Lawns
Unrivalled performance and impressive versatility
The most popular Dennis machine, the FT Range is the industry-leading interchangeable cassette mower system trusted by professional grounds teams for precision fine turf maintenance. Designed to deliver exceptional performance and maximum versatility, the FT Range supports year-round turf management across cricket grounds, bowling greens, tennis courts and ornamental turf surfaces.
With a choice of 12 interchangeable cassette heads, including scarifiers, verti-cutters, brushes, spikers, slitters and both 5-blade and 10-blade cutting cylinders, the FT Range provides a complete turf maintenance solution from a single power unit. The quick-change cassette system enables operators to change cassettes in as little as 15 seconds, maximising efficiency and reducing downtime.
Available in 17” (43cm), 20” (51cm) and 24” (61cm) cutting widths, the FT Range combines precision engineering, reliability and ease of use to meet the demands of professional fine turf environments.
By reducing the need for multiple machines, the FT system helps minimise machinery inventory while maximising long-term return on investment. Additional cassettes can also be added over time, allowing the system to grow alongside operational requirements and budgets.
- 12 quick change cassettes to perform a wide variety of essential turf maintenance tasks (30 second changeover)
- Simple and robust click height adjustment of 0.25mm increments without tools
- Honda power – ultimate easy start long life with Q9 low noise, low vibration technology
- Unique roller clutch drive for smooth take up and variable clip rate for the ultimate finish on cricket wicket/squares
- 3 section differential roller with cast segments for scuff free turning without operator fatigue
- Spring steel comb with full adjustment to tease up lateral growth prior to cutting
- Cassettes to be stored separately from the power unit providing improved security
- Easy transportation of the cassettes for servicing or grinding
- Optional Cassette Stand available: Storage unit suitable for 5 cassettes
Specification
FT RANGE
Specification 430 510 610 Cutting width 430 mm / 17 inches
510 mm / 20 inches
610 mm / 24 inches
Height of cut 3 mm - 20 mm
3 mm - 20 mm
3 mm - 20 mm
Number of blades 5 or 10 bladed cylinder
5 or 10 bladed cylinder
5 or 10 bladed cylinder
Cylinder diameter 140 mm
140 mm
140 mm
Grassbox volume 80 L
97 L
110 L
Rear roller diameter 214 mm
214 mm
214 mm
Front roller diameter 50.8 mm
50.8 mm
50.8 mm
Width 665 mm
745 mm
845 mm
Length 1220 mm
1220 mm
1220 mm
Height 1000 mm
1000 mm
1000 mm
Weight - Machine 96 kg
- Machine 102 kg
- Grassbox 7.8 kg
- Machine 107 kg
- Grassbox 8 kg
Speed 3.77 km/h
3.77 km/h
3.77 km/h
Drive system / power / engine - 5'V belt drive system
- 2.4 kW ( 3.2 HP )
- HONDA GX120 petrol engine
- 5'V belt drive system
- 3.6 kW ( 4.8 HP )
- HONDA GX160 petrol engine
- 5'V belt drive system
- 3.6 kW ( 4.8 HP )
- HONDA GX160 petrol engine
Transport Carrier
Prevents damage to rollers
FT430 D083
FT510 D081
FT610 D082
Backlapping Kit
Easy to use, to maintain a perfect cutting edge throughout the season.
D080
Weile roller
Weile Roller in lieu of standard
FT430 D090WR
FT510 D060WR
FT610 D100WR
5 Bladed Cylinder
High quality British blade and incorporate easy to set cutter adjustment.
10 Bladed Cylinder
High quality British steel blades. Choice of bottom blade and incorporate easy to set cutter adjustment.
1mm Scarifier
1mm thick replaceable, wear resistent blades. 12mm spacing for thatch removal throughout season and autumn/spring renovation work.
2mm Scarifier
2mm thick replaceable, wear resistent blades. 12mm thatch removal throughout season and autumn/spring rennovation work.
2mm scarifier tungsten tipped
The ultimate scarifier with tungsten tipped blades for heavy duty thatch removal throughout season and autumn/spring renovation work.
Brush
For moss and debris removal and use as a light scarifier for final pre cut preparation.
Brush Multi Dense
For moss and debris use as a light scarifier for final pre cut preparation.
Verti-Cutter
1mm thick, 10 fingered replaceable discs. Regular use controls thatch, lateral growth and the ingress of unwanted species such as annual meadow grass.
Verti-Cutter Tungsten Tipped
The ultimate verticutter with tungsten tipped blades for heavy duty usage.
Sorrel Roller
Replaceable spikes relieves surface tension and allows penetration of air, water and fertiliser to the root zone.
Slitter
Helps relieve surface tension and prevents thatch.
Spring Tine Rake
Ideal for lifting lateral growth, helping to stand grasses up, removing dead matter or broken leaves following a match. Also helps to break up algae crust or help remove the glutinous slime that can sometimes appear on fine turf.
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Unmatched versatility & precision
The Dennis FT Range is an industry-leading interchangeable cassette mower system delivering precision and unrivalled versatility. With 12 quick-change cassette options you can ensure year-round performance for professional sports and ornamental fine turf surfaces.
12 quick & easy change cassette options
Simple click height adjustment of 0.25mm
Ultimate easy start long life engine
Unique roller clutch drive for smooth take up
Smooth roller & spring steel comb to tease up lateral growth
3 section differential roller for scuff free turning
Easy bottom blade to cylinder adjustment
Available in 17” (43cm), 20” (51cm) and 24” (61cm) cutting widths
Easy to operate OPC handle
Variable clip rate for the ultimate finish
Designed & manufactured in the UK
Optional cassette stand available
The FT range in action
Latest news
Thursday 18 June 2026
Lifelong Clubman Graham Smith Praises Versatility of Dennis FT610 at Historic Staffordshire Cricket Club, Caverswall
Thursday 11 June 2026
Whitmore Cricket Club Driving Ground Improvements with Dennis FT610
Friday 5 June 2026
Hazelwood Crown Green Bowls Club Celebrates 40 Years of Bowling Heritage with Trusted Dennis FT Range Machinery
FAQ
- What type of mower is it?
Petrol Interchangeable cassette mower with 12 optional cassettes available for turf maintenance.
- What cylinder cassettes are available?
5 or 10-bladed cylinders.
- How quickly can cassettes be changed?
Around 15 seconds without tools.
- What's the height of cut range on the FT Range models?
3 mm (1/16 ") - 30 mm (1.1/4")
- What widths are available in the FT Range models?
There is a 430 mm / 17" (FT 430), a 510 mm / 20" (FT 510) and a 610 mm / 24" (FT 610) model.
- What engines are used on the FT range?
Honda petrol engines: FT430 – 4 hp, FT510 – 5.5 hp, FT610 – 5.5 hp.
- What is the weight of the machines?
FT430 – 100 kg, FT510 – 100 kg, FT610 – 120 kg.
- What features improve turf finish?
Spring steel comb for teasing lateral growth before cutting, precise bottom blade adjustment, low vibration mounts.
- What is it typically used for?
Bowls, croquet, tennis, cricket, golf, fine lawns.
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