Minimum order: 160 units. Free shipping – direct from manufacturer.
NDS Tufftrack Pavers provide a high-strength, permeable paving solution designed for both grass and gravel applications. These heavy-duty pavers prevent soil compaction, improve stormwater drainage, and support high-load capacities, making them ideal for residential, commercial, and industrial use.
Tufftrack Specifications
| Part number | TT-24 |
|---|---|
| Brand | NDS |
| Panel size | 24 in x 24 in (2 ft x 2 ft) |
| Thickness | 1.5 in |
| Coverage per panel | 4 sq ft |
| Minimum order | 160 panels (640 sq ft) |
| Connection | Top-down quick-connect clips |
| Material | Recycled polypropylene with UV inhibitors, 100% recyclable |
| Cells | 120 nested hexagonal cells per panel |
| Compressive strength (empty cells) | 86,563 psf |
| Life expectancy | 25 years when well maintained (NDS) |
| Load rating | H-20 and H-25; heavy vehicles including fire trucks |
Specifications: NDS Tufftrack Grass Pavers (manufacturer product page and technical documents), checked September 2026.
Why Choose NDS Tufftrack Pavers?
- Easy installation: quick-connect clip system speeds up assembly.
- Durable & load-bearing: engineered for heavy vehicular traffic, including fire trucks.
- Superior drainage: domed drainage outlets allow water to flow freely.
- Eco-friendly: made from high-strength recycled plastic.
Tufftrack Grass Paver Features
Fast & Secure Clip System
The new clip design allows for quick top-down installation, reducing setup time by 50% compared to traditional models. Panels snap together easily for a secure connection, preventing shifting under heavy loads.
Reinforced Webbed Cell Design
The webbed cell structure keeps gravel or grass fill securely in place, allowing for strong root growth while preventing displacement. This ensures a stable surface for high-traffic areas.
Advanced Drainage with Domed Outlets
Featuring domed drainage holes, these pavers redirect water both vertically and laterally, preventing flooding and erosion in rooftop gardens, sports fields, and sloped installations.
Recommended Applications
- Fire lanes & emergency vehicle access roads
- Construction entrance stabilization
- Residential & commercial driveways
- Parking lots & overflow parking
- Erosion control & stormwater management
- Truck & equipment yards
- Equestrian parks & pathways
How to Build a Grass Driveway with Tufftrack Pavers
Base Preparation
NDS recommends a compacted AASHTO #57 stone base sized to the traffic:
| Traffic | Minimum #57 stone base | Maximum grade |
|---|---|---|
| Foot traffic only | No base required | 3% |
| Golf carts and light loads | 4 in. | Not specified |
| Cars and pickup trucks | 6 in. | 10% |
| Fire trucks and heavy loads | 8 in. | 6% |
A non-woven geotextile under the base is optional. Poorly draining soil may need a perforated underdrain. Leave at least 1 in. of clearance at concrete edges.
Filling & Seeding
Fill the cells with well-draining sandy loam topsoil. Seed with a fast-growing, drought-tolerant mix such as rye and fescue, or lay sod on top. Water generously and keep vehicles off for 4 to 6 weeks while the grass establishes.
Maintenance
Mow and water like a normal lawn. Check the surface now and then and replace any damaged section. NDS notes grass surfaces are for emergency and occasional traffic; daily driving in the same tracks will wear the grass.
Full walkthrough: Grass Driveway Pavers: Cost, Base Prep & Installation Guide.
Tufftrack Price & Cost
NDS Tufftrack grass pavers are $16.50 per 2' x 2' panel. Each panel covers 4 sq ft, about $4.13 per sq ft. The minimum order is 160 panels (640 sq ft) for $2,640, and it ships free.
Your project cost also includes the base stone, topsoil and seed or sod (or gravel fill), which vary by region. Use the panel calculator above to size your order.
Other Sizes & Alternatives
Need less than 640 sq ft?
The EZ Roll grass paver 4' x 24' roll covers 95 sq ft for $425, and you can buy a single roll. Five or more rolls ship free.
Covering a long, straight area?
The EZ Roll 4' x 150' roll covers 601.6 sq ft in one piece for $2,110 with free shipping, the fastest way to cover lanes and long runs.
Want a gravel surface?
EZ Roll gravel pavers come in 4' x 150' rolls in five colors. Tufftrack panels can also be filled with gravel.
Ordering more than 500 panels?
For fire lanes, parking areas and municipal projects, request a quote with your delivery ZIP code. We quote freight and delivery to your site, and tax-exempt orders are welcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
How strong are Tufftrack grass pavers?
Tufftrack has an unfilled compressive strength of 86,563 psf and supports H-20 and H-25 loads.
What is the minimum order?
160 panels, which covers 640 sq ft. Orders of 160+ panels ship free.
Can I buy fewer than 160 panels?
Not as Tufftrack panels. For smaller areas, the EZ Roll 4' x 24' roll covers 95 sq ft and sells by the single roll, or request a quote and tell us your project size.
Can Tufftrack be filled with gravel?
Yes. Tufftrack works with grass or gravel fill.
How long does Tufftrack last?
NDS rates Tufftrack for a 25-year life expectancy when well maintained. The panels are 100% recyclable.
Downloads & Resources
- NDS permeable pavers brochure: EZ Roll Grass, EZ Roll Gravel, Tufftrack (PDF)
- NDS Tufftrack grass pavers: manufacturer specifications
- Tufftrack fire lane installation detail, H-20 load (NDS, PDF)
- Tufftrack engineered drivable base detail, H-20 (NDS, PDF)
- NDS permeable pavers catalog (PDF)
- NDS load ratings (H-20 / H-25)