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Genie Z-45 XC

An articulating boom with extra capacity

The Genie Z-45 XC is a 45 ft articulating boom lift with Genie’s Xtra Capacity design, lifting up to 1,000 lb restricted or 660 lb unrestricted.

Alexey Puzanov ByAlexey Puzanov Updated 1 min read
Genie articulating boom lift on a construction site
Genie articulating boom lift on a construction site

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+Strengths

  • High platform capacity for people, tools and materials
  • Up-and-over reach
  • Rough-terrain capable

−Watch-outs

  • Shorter reach than telescopic booms

Overview

The Genie Z-45 XC updated the long-running Z-45/25 articulating boom with Genie's XC (Xtra Capacity) design, allowing two workers and more materials in the platform.

Who it suits

Mechanical and electrical contractors who work over and around obstacles and carry heavy tools.

Genie Z-45 XC specifications

Platform height≈13.8 m (45 ft)
Horizontal outreach≈7.5 m (24 ft 9 in)
Platform capacity≈300 kg (660 lb) unrestricted; ≈454 kg (1,000 lb) restricted
Drive4WD diesel or hybrid

Figures are typical for standard configurations as published by Genie. Values vary by market, emissions tier, attachments and options; confirm with your dealer before purchase, transport or lifting.

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Sources and further reading

  1. Genie – Z-45 XC (genielift.com)
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