The Knuckle Boom Lifts designed by Genie are quite powerful four wheel steering and four wheel drive capable equipment. These models allow for work to be performed effectively, even on rough terrains. The menu based ALC 1000 electronic controls help to allow the user to make easy calibrations to the equipment and its components. System diagnostics are offered in many languages. There are dual fuel options available on the Z-80/60 model. The optional Deutz diesel powered engine is quiet, but turbocharged. It allows for better performance at higher altitudes. Additionally, it carries more than enough torque for better grade-ability and terrain.
The full-time positive traction and 4-wheel drive ability adds improved traction for tough terrain. The Z-135/70 just offers four-wheel steering. Optional features on this specific unit comprise crab, coordinated, front wheel, and rear wheel steering to give the equipment extra agility. on the Z-80/60 helps improve wheel contact on irregular ground. All of these features truly make Genie Knuckle Boom lifts easier and smoother to utilize on uneven terrain.
Genie's engine-powered articulating Z-booms are bigger than any other Genie models. They feature a continuous 360 degree turntable rotation and telescoping jibs that are engineered to give the user a much better reach and range of motion. The design of the Z-boom gives the models outstanding up and over positioning capability that ranges from 8.83 meters on the Z-80/60 unit to 23.01 meters on the Z-135/70 model. The XChassis expanding axle is an innovatively designed mechanism utilized for retracting and extending axles in and out of stowed position. When the axle is stowed the width of the Z-135/70 unit machine is just 2.46 meters. The Z-80/60 has fixed width axles for easier transport.