Mighty Mule FTMT5030 Silver Front Mount with Pin for FM500, FM502, FM350, FM352 and FM600 Operators
The FTMT5030 is the silver front mount and pin assembly used where the opener arm attaches to the moving gate leaf on compatible Mighty Mule, GTO, and Linear Pro swing operators. This mount is a critical geometry part. If the front mount is bent, loose, or replaced with the wrong style, the actuator may bind, overextend, or pull the gate at the wrong angle. Customers usually replace this part after storm damage, corrosion, an impact to the gate, a missing pin, or a worn pivot point. A correct front mount helps the arm travel smoothly and keeps the operator from fighting the gate hardware.
This part is often listed across FM500, FM502, FM350, FM352, and FM600 families, along with several older GTO/Linear Pro swing operator model references. It should still be matched against the existing arm tube, gate bracket spacing, and original installation drawing because similar-looking black, XL, or heavy-duty brackets are not always interchangeable.
Compatible With
FTMT5030 is commonly associated with the following compatible or related swing opener models when the front mount style matches:
- Mighty Mule FM250
- Mighty Mule FM350 and FM352
- Mighty Mule FM500 and FM502
- Mighty Mule FM600
- Mighty Mule MM350, MM500, and MM502 search references
- GTO / Linear Pro SW1500, SW2500, SW2550, SW3000, and SW3200 references
- Select older Mighty Mule MM360, MM560, MM562, MM600, and MM660 listings when the same silver front mount is shown
- Not a direct substitute for black FTMT40 or heavy-duty XL front mount styles unless verified by parts diagram
Features & Specifications
| Manufacturer | Linear / GTO / Mighty Mule |
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| Product Type | Front mount with pin |
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| Part Number | FTMT5030 |
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| Application | Gate-side actuator mounting point for compatible swing gate opener arms |
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| Compatible Operator Type | Select residential linear actuator swing gate openers |
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| Material / Finish | Silver metal front mount; finish may vary |
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| Included Components | Front mount and pin as supplied by distributor |
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| Notes | Match bracket color, pin style, and operator generation before replacement |
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Also Known As / Related Part Numbers
Related part numbers and common search variations include:
- FTMT5030
- LIN-FTMT5030
- GTO FTMT5030
- Mighty Mule FTMT5030
- Linear FTMT5030
- Front Mount w/Pin Silver
- Front Mount with Pin Silver
- Silver front mount
- FM500 front mount
- FM502 front mount
- FM600 front mount
- Not the same as FTMT40 black front mount
Technician Note
A worn front mount can make a good actuator look weak because the arm twists or binds under load. Check the gate hinge condition and the gate bracket alignment before replacing only the mount.
Before Ordering
- Confirm the old front mount is the silver FTMT5030 style.
- Compare the pin diameter and mounting-hole style with the existing bracket.
- Check whether the opener uses a standard or XL/heavy-duty front mount.
- Inspect the gate bracket weld or bolts for movement.
- Confirm the operator arm is not bent before replacing the mount.
Important Ordering Warnings
Do not substitute this front mount for visually similar black or XL front mounts unless the manufacturer parts diagram confirms the match. Incorrect front mount geometry can affect travel limits and arm load.
Professional Advisory
Gate opener service can involve stored gate force, moving arms, batteries, and low-voltage control wiring. If the operator is moving unexpectedly, has damaged wiring, or has missing required safety devices, have the system inspected by a qualified gate technician before returning it to service.
Product-Specific Q&A
Where does the FTMT5030 front mount install?
It installs at the gate end of the actuator arm, where the opener arm connects to the moving gate bracket.
Is this the same as the black FTMT40 front mount?
No. FTMT5030 is commonly listed as the silver front mount. Black or XL front mounts should be matched separately by model and parts diagram.
Can a bent front mount cause the gate to bind?
Yes. A bent or loose front mount can change the arm angle and cause binding, uneven travel, or excess load on the actuator.
Does this part include a full bracket kit?
No. It is the front mount with pin as supplied, not the full HB100 bracket set or rear post bracket assembly.
Should both gates on a dual opener use the same mount style?
Usually the matching arms should use the correct mount style for that system, but verify each arm because older dual systems may have replacement parts from different generations.
