The Knuckle Boom Lifts designed by Genie are rather strong four wheel steering and four wheel drive capable machinery. These models allow for work to be carried out efficiently, even on rough terrains. The menu based ALC 1000 electronic controls help to enable 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. It also carries more than enough torque for better terrain- and grade-ability.
Enhanced 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 specific model include crab, coordinated, rear wheel and front wheel steering to give the equipment extra 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 easier and smoother to operate on irregular terrain.
Although these units 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 incredible range of motion and reach. The Z-boom design gives the units outstanding over and up positioning capability which varies from 8.83 meters on the Z-80/60 model to 23.01 meters on the Z-135/70 unit. The XChassis expanding axle is an innovatively engineered mechanism used for retracting and extending axles in and out of stowed position. When the axle is stowed the width of the Z-135/70 model machinery is only 2.46 meters. The Z-80/60 has fixed width axles for easier transport.