Dennis G860 Delivers Elite Pitch Performance at Solihull Moors FC

Dennis is proud to highlight the use of its G860 cassette mower at Solihull Moors Football Club, where the machine plays a key role in delivering elite pitch presentation at both stadium and training ground level.

Head Groundsman Toby Ruoss, who oversees the stadium pitch at Damson Park and the club’s training facilities at Studley, has over eight years’ experience in professional turf management. Throughout his career, Dennis machinery has remained a constant presence.

“Everywhere I’ve worked in the industry, I’ve used Dennis,” says Ruoss. “They’re made in Britain, reliable, trustworthy and a fantastic bit of kit that I genuinely enjoy using.”

A Single Machine, Multiple Applications

At the heart of Solihull Moors FC’s maintenance programme is the Dennis G860, part of the G-Series range alongside the G660 and G760. Designed around a quick-change cassette system, the G860 provides ultimate flexibility, allowing one power unit to perform multiple essential maintenance tasks.
With 13 interchangeable cassette options, including cutting cylinders, verticutting, brushing and scarifying, the G860 enables grounds teams to adapt quickly to seasonal demands without the need for multiple machines.

“The fact that the heads are interchangeable makes a huge difference,” Ruoss explains. “In the summer, we’re verticutting regularly to thin out dead thatch and lift the grass. Post-match, we’ll often use the brush cassette to clean the surface. It’s efficient and gives us real versatility.”

Quality of Cut and Matchday Presentation

For professional football clubs, presentation is critical -particularly on matchdays. The G860’s 8-bladed heavy-duty spiral cutting cylinder delivers a clean, sharp cut that protects plant health while producing the visual finish expected at elite level.
“The quality of cut is massively important to us,” says Ruoss. “We want a clean cut - no tearing - and the G860 leaves a fantastic finish every time.”

The machine’s open construction provides excellent sight lines for precise mowing, while its cast three-section aluminium ribbed rear roller ensures positive traction and mark-free turning in all conditions. Optional roller configurations, including rubber-covered and Weile rollers, further enhance adaptability across different turf constructions.

Designed for Operator Comfort and Efficiency

Ease of use is another key factor at Solihull Moors FC, where the G860 is operated by multiple staff members.

“It’s a great machine -anyone can use it,” Ruoss adds. “We’ve got myself and George on the groundstaff and anyone can jump on. It’s simple, comfortable and easy to operate.”

The G860 features low-vibration handlebars, ergonomically designed controls and precise height-of-cut adjustment from 8mm to 56mm, easily set on both sides using a single spanner. Power comes from a Honda GX200 6.5hp petrol engine, delivering reliable performance with low noise and vibration thanks to Honda’s Q9 technology.

A Proven Choice Worldwide

Used by professional football clubs, cricket venues, golf facilities and sports stadia around the world, the Dennis G860 continues to be recognised for its reliability, versatility and quality of finish.

“I’d absolutely recommend the Dennis G860 to anyone,” Ruoss concludes. “It’s easy to use, produces a top-quality finish and I wouldn’t use anything else other than a Dennis.”