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.
FTMT5030 is commonly associated with the following compatible or related swing opener models when the front mount style matches:
| Manufacturer | Linear / GTO / Mighty Mule |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Front mount with pin |
| Part Number | FTMT5030 |
| Application | Gate-side actuator mounting point for compatible swing gate opener arms |
| Compatible Operator Type | Select residential linear actuator swing gate openers |
| Material / Finish | Silver metal front mount; finish may vary |
| Included Components | Front mount and pin as supplied by distributor |
| Notes | Match bracket color, pin style, and operator generation before replacement |
Related part numbers and common search variations include:
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.
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.
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.
It installs at the gate end of the actuator arm, where the opener arm connects to the moving gate bracket.
No. FTMT5030 is commonly listed as the silver front mount. Black or XL front mounts should be matched separately by model and parts diagram.
Yes. A bent or loose front mount can change the arm angle and cause binding, uneven travel, or excess load on the actuator.
No. It is the front mount with pin as supplied, not the full HB100 bracket set or rear post bracket assembly.
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.