The Knuckle Boom Lifts designed by Genie are rather strong four wheel steering and four wheel drive capable equipment. These units allow for work to be performed effectively, 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 various 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.
The full-time positive traction and 4-wheel drive ability adds improved traction for tough terrain. The Z-135/70 just offers four-wheel steering. Optional features on this specific model include coordinated, crab, 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 irregular ground. All of these features make Genie Knuckle Boom lifts smoother and easier to operate on uneven 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 engineered to give the user a much better range of motion and reach. The design of the Z-boom gives the models outstanding 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 ingeniously engineered device used for both extending and retracting axles in and out of stowed position. The width of the Z-135/70 model equipment is only 2.46 meters if the axle is stowed. The Z-80/60 has fixed width axles for easier transport.