The Knuckle Boom Lifts manufactured by Genie are rather powerful four wheel steering and four wheel drive capable machines. These models allow for work to be performed efficiently, even on rough terrains. The menu based ALC 1000 electronic controls help to enable the user to make easy calibrations to the equipment and its components. System diagnostics are offered in many 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 better performance at higher altitudes. It also carries more than enough torque for better terrain- and grade-ability.
Improved traction for tough terrain is due to full-time positive traction and four-wheel drive. The Z-135/70 is available with four-wheel steering. Optional features on this specific model comprise crab, coordinated, rear wheel and front wheel steering to give the equipment added agility. on the Z-80/60 helps enhance wheel contact on irregular ground. All of these features make Genie Knuckle Boom lifts easier and smoother to operate on uneven terrain.
Although these models are bigger compared to other Genie engine-powered articulating Z-booms, they have features like continuous 360 degree turntable rotation and telescoping jibs to provide the user with incredible reach and range of motion. The design of the Z-boom gives the models exceptional 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 ingeniously engineered device utilized for both extending and retracting axles in and out of stowed position. The width of the Z-135/70 unit machine is just 2.46 meters when the axle is stowed. For easier transport, the Z-80/60 has fixed width axles.