The Knuckle Boom Lifts manufactured by Genie are quite strong four wheel steering and four wheel drive capable machinery. These units 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 components. 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 quiet, but turbocharged. It allows for better performance at higher altitudes. In addition, 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 model comprise coordinated, crab, front wheel, and rear wheel steering to give the machinery extra agility. on the Z-80/60 helps enhance wheel contact on uneven ground. All of these features make Genie Knuckle Boom lifts easier and smoother to utilize on uneven terrain.
Though these models are bigger compared to 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 outstanding over and up positioning capability which ranges from 8.83 meters on the Z-80/60 unit to 23.01 meters on the Z-135/70 unit. The XChassis expanding axle is an innovatively designed device utilized for both retracting and extending axles in and out of stowed position. The width of the Z-135/70 model equipment is only 2.46 meters when the axle is stowed. The Z-80/60 has fixed width axles for easier transport.