The Knuckle Boom Lifts designed by Genie are quite strong four wheel steering and four wheel drive capable equipment. These models allow for work to be carried out 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 multiple 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 enhanced performance at higher altitudes. In addition, it carries more than enough torque for better terrain- and grade-ability.
The 4-wheel drive ability and full-time positive traction adds improved traction for tough terrain. The Z-135/70 just offers four-wheel steering. Optional features on this particular unit comprise crab, coordinated, rear wheel and front wheel steering to give the machinery more agility. On the Z-80/60 the full-time active oscillating axle helps improve wheel contact on uneven ground. All of these features make Genie Knuckle Boom lifts smoother and easier to use on irregular terrain.
Although these units are larger 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 remarkable reach and range of motion. The design of the Z-boom gives the units exceptional up and over positioning capability that varies from 8.83 meters on the Z-80/60 model 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 in and out of stowed position. The width of the Z-135/70 unit machinery is just 2.46 meters if the axle is stowed. For easier transport, the Z-80/60 has fixed width axles.