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S500 Plus
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The S500 PLUS is an easy to use 'dual -purpose' machine and is ideal for bowls, cricket and golf as well as being equally at home on other fine turf surfaces. The machine has a 510mm (20") operating width and has interchangeable spiker and slotter reels. The spiker reel punches through the "surface pan" allowing air, water and fertiliser to penetrate the root zone, whilst the slotter reel creates ideal seed germination pockets. An optional seed box is available.

  • 510mm(20") Operating Width
  • Honda power – ultimate easy start long life engine with Q9 low noise low vibration technology
  • Interchangeable spiker and slotter reels
  • Interchangeable spiker and slotter reels
  • Large diameter spiker reel for maximum penetration
  • Simple changeover reel lock-easy to change over reels – under 1 minute
  • Easy to manoeuvre into and out of corners
  • Easy to clean reels
  • Only 90 minutes to spike/slot and seed the average sized bowling green
  • Simple heavy duty ground driven seeder box option
  • Compact handle design and simple to operate controls
  • S500 PLUS - Simple changeover reel lock
  • S500 PLUS - High Density brush and heavy duty box

Specification

S500 Plus

  • Specification
    Operating Width

    500 mm (20")

    Speed

    0-3mph

    Dimensions L x W x H

    920 x 840 x 1003mm

    Weight (inc Cyl)

    95kg

    Engine Petrol

    HondaGX120

    Product Codes

    Power unit with slotter reel: D135/1
    Power unit with spiker reel: D135/2
    Power unit with slotter and seeder box: D135/3
    Additional slotter reel: D136/1
    Additional spiker reel: D136/2

  • S500 PLUS - Spiker Head Reel

    Interchangeable spiker and slotter reels allowing duel use of the machine

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    The Dennis S500 Plus seeder is helping to get the lawns into shape at Cheltenham Ladies’ College according to Ross Spry, Head of Grounds and Gardens.

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    Mike Finch of idverde has praised the performance of the Dennis S500 Plus seeder which he uses on the five greens at Victoria Park in Royal Leamington Spa.

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S500 Plus

Testimonials

  • “We tried several seeders and found the Dennis S500 Plus best for us. We seed in spring and autumn, applying a selective weedkiller beforehand. It’s simple to use, compact, and ideal for small lawns. It’s more accurate than hand seeding, giving better soil contact and germination. Its user-friendly design makes seeding enjoyable.”

    Ross Spry

    Head of Grounds and Gardens, Cheltenham Ladies’ College

FAQS

What is the S500 PLUS designed for?

The S500 PLUS is a dual-purpose turf maintenance machine ideal for: Bowls greens, Cricket pitches, Golf courses, Other fine turf surfaces, It’s designed to spike, slot and (with the optional seeder box) seed turf quickly and efficiently allowing air, water and nutrients to penetrate the root zone.

What is the working width of the S500 plus?

20''

Which engine is fitted to the S500 plus?

Honda GX120

Are the moving parts replaceable?

Yes they are fully replaceable

Which options are available?

You can choose the slotter reel , the spiker reel or the slotter and seeder box. Additional slotter and spiker reels are available

How wide are the slots? (spiker)

3mmx20mm7

Is there an optional seeding function?

Yes – an optional heavy-duty ground-driven seeder box can be added to slot and seed in one operation.

How easy is it to change reels?

The machine uses a simple changeover reel lock system – swap reels in under one minute.

How long does it take to cover a bowling green?

At normal working speed, it takes around 90 minutes to spike, slot, and seed an average-sized bowling green.

What is the working speed?

The machine operates at 0–3mph.

What is the weight of the S500 plus?

The S500 PLUS weighs 95kg (including the cylinder/reel).