Genie Knuckle boom lifts are strong four wheel drive and four wheel steering capable machinery which allow work to be done 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 equipment and its components. System diagnostics are available in various languages. There are dual fuel options available on the Z-80/60 model. The optional Deutz diesel powered engine is turbocharged, but quiet. It allows for improved performance at higher altitudes. What's more, it carries more than enough torque for better grade-ability and terrain.
Improved 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 model include coordinated, crab, rear wheel and front wheel steering to give the machine added agility. The full-time active oscillating axle helps improve wheel contact on irregular ground. All of these features really make Genie Knuckle Boom lifts easier and smoother to utilize on uneven terrain.
Although these units are larger than other Genie engine-powered articulating Z-booms, they have features like 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 models exceptional over and up 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 device utilized for both extending and retracting axles out and in of stowed position. If the axle is stowed the width of the Z-135/70 model machinery is just 2.46 meters. For easier transport, the Z-80/60 has fixed width axles.