The Knuckle Boom Lifts manufactured by Genie are rather strong four wheel drive and four wheel steering capable machines. 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 machinery and its parts. System diagnostics are offered in various languages. On the Z-80/60 model, there are dual fuel options available. The optional Deutz diesel powered engine is turbocharged, but quiet. It allows for enhanced performance at higher altitudes. Additionally, it carries more than enough torque for better grade-ability and terrain.
Better traction for tough terrain is due to four-wheel drive and full-time positive traction. The Z-135/70 comes standard with four-wheel steering. Optional features on this specific model include crab, coordinated, rear wheel and front wheel steering to give the machine more agility. on the Z-80/60 helps improve wheel contact on irregular ground. All of these features really make Genie Knuckle Boom lifts smoother and easier to utilize on uneven terrain.
Although these models are larger than other Genie engine-powered articulating Z-booms, they have features such as continuous 360 degree turntable rotation and telescoping jibs to provide the user with remarkable range of motion and reach. The Z-boom design gives the units exceptional 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 ingeniously designed mechanism utilized for extending and retracting axles out and in of stowed position. If the axle is stowed the width of the Z-135/70 model equipment is just 2.46 meters. The Z-80/60 has fixed width axles for easier transport.