Genie Knuckle boom lifts are powerful four wheel steering and four wheel drive capable equipment which allow work to be completed efficiently, even if the terrain is rough. The ALC 1000 electronic controls are a menu-based system that allows the user to easily calibrate the machinery and its components. System diagnostics are available in many languages. On the Z-80/60 model, there are dual fuel options available. The optional Deutz diesel powered engine is quiet, but turbocharged. It allows for improved performance at higher altitudes. Furthermore, it carries more than enough torque for better grade-ability and terrain.
Better traction for tough terrain is due to full-time positive traction and four-wheel drive. The Z-135/70 comes standard with four-wheel steering. Optional features on this unit include crab, coordinated, front wheel, and rear wheel steering to give the equipment more agility. The full-time active oscillating axle helps improve wheel contact on uneven ground. All of these features truly make Genie Knuckle Boom lifts easier and smoother to operate on irregular terrain.
Genie's engine-powered articulating Z-booms are larger compared to any other Genie models. They feature a continuous 360 degree turntable rotation and telescoping jibs that are designed to give the user a much better reach and range of motion. The Z-boom design gives the units outstanding up and over positioning capability which varies 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 both retracting and extending axles in and out of stowed position. When the axle is stowed the width of the Z-135/70 unit machinery is just 2.46 meters. For easier transport, the Z-80/60 has fixed width axles.