The Knuckle Boom Lifts designed by Genie are quite strong four wheel steering and four wheel drive capable machinery. These units 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 machine and its components. System diagnostics are offered in multiple languages. There are dual fuel options available on the Z-80/60 unit. The optional Deutz diesel powered engine is quiet, but turbocharged. It allows for better performance at higher altitudes. Additionally, it carries more than enough torque for better terrain- and grade-ability.
The full-time positive traction and 4-wheel drive ability adds better traction for tough terrain. The Z-135/70 only offers four-wheel steering. Optional features on this unit comprise coordinated, crab, front wheel, and rear wheel steering to give the machine more agility. On the Z-80/60 the full-time active oscillating axle helps enhance wheel contact on irregular ground. All of these features really make Genie Knuckle Boom lifts easier and smoother to utilize on irregular terrain.
Genie's engine-powered articulating Z-booms are bigger than any other Genie models. They feature a continuous 360 degree turntable rotation and telescoping jibs which are designed to give the user a much better range of motion and reach. The design of the Z-boom gives the units 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 unit. The XChassis expanding axle is an innovatively designed device used for both retracting and extending axles out and in of stowed position. When the axle is stowed the width of the Z-135/70 unit machine is only 2.46 meters. For easier transport, the Z-80/60 has fixed width axles.