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Genie Z-30 Boom lifts tech specs

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2001-2019
6.55 m Max horizontal reach
11.16 m Max working height
6,427 kg Operating weight
22x7x17.75 Tire size
0.43 m Overall Length
1.22 m Overall Width

A compact boom lift with an 11.16 m maximum working height and 6.55 m maximum horizontal reach, the Genie Z-30 is built for maintenance, facility work, indoor access, light construction, and tight-area elevated jobs. With its 6,427 kg operating weight, 1.22 m overall width, and narrow electric-style access profile, it is suited for buyers who need controlled reach and easy positioning in areas where larger boom lifts are too bulky.

Maximum working height 11.16 m

Maximum horizontal reach 6.55 m

Operating weight 6,427 kg

Overall length 0.43 m

Overall width 1.22 m

Tire size 22x7x17.75

Available as Z-30/20N and Z-30/20NRJ variants

Makana rating

Owner rating

| 3

Market average

AED 100,000

Starting from

AED 45,000

Genie Z-30 technical specifications

Highlight differences

Genie Z-30/20N

Genie Z-30/20NRJ

Engine
Battery amperage 350 Amh
Battery amperage 350 Amh
Charger amps 24 Amh
Charger amps 24 Amh
Number of batteries 8
Number of batteries 8
Years 2001-2019
Years 2001-2019
Market Average AED 100,000
Market Average AED 100,000
Price AED 45,000
Price AED 45,000
Dimensions
Ground clearance 0.09 m
Ground clearance 0.09 m
Stowed height 2.01 m
Stowed height 2.03 m
Overall Length 0.43 m
Overall Length 0.43 m
Overall Width 1.22 m
Overall Width 1.22 m
Turning radius 3.23 m
Turning radius 3.23 m
Boom size -
Boom size 8.29 m
Service refill capacities
Hydraulic fluid cap 15.14 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 15.14 liter
Platform
Platform Dimension B 119.13 cm
Platform Dimension B 119.13 cm
Platform Dimension A 76.2 cm
Platform Dimension A 76.2 cm
General
Max horizontal reach 6.55 m
Max horizontal reach 6.28 m
Max speed forward 4.83 kph
Max speed forward 4.83 kph
Max working height 11.16 m
Max working height 10.91 m
Operating voltage 48 V
Operating voltage 48 V
Operating weight 6,427 kg
Operating weight 6,450 kg
Platform rotation 180 º
Platform rotation 180 º
Tire size 22x7x17.75
Tire size 22x7x17.75
Wheelbase 1.62 m
Wheelbase 1.62 m
Performance
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 227.02 kg
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 227.02 kg
Operating specifications
Tire Type Solid non-marking
Tire Type Solid non-marking
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Genie Z-30 expert review

Reviewed by Wade A. on May 5, 2026

Overview

The Genie Z-30 (2001–2019) is a compact articulating boom lift built for maintenance, facility repair, signage, electrical work, and light indoor access jobs. It offers an 11.16 m maximum working height, 6.55 m horizontal reach, and a narrow 1.22 m overall width, making it practical for sites where access space is limited.

Expert rating: 4 stars

Pros Narrow 1.22 m width and 6.55 m horizontal reach make it useful in tight access areas.
Cons Lower height and reach than larger boom lifts like the Genie Z-45 and JLG 460.

Performance & Efficiency

The 11.16 m working height and 6.55 m horizontal reach make the Z-30 practical for ceiling work, lighting, signage, maintenance, and facility repair tasks. Its 6,427 kg operating weight gives it a stable base, while the compact 1.22 m width helps operators position the machine in tighter indoor and light-duty work areas.

In Comparison

JLG 460: Larger boom lift with more height and outreach for exterior access jobs.
Genie Z-45: Stronger mid-size option for construction and industrial maintenance.
Genie Z-30: Easier to position and better suited for compact indoor access work.

Final Verdict

Rated 4 stars, the Genie Z-30 is a practical compact boom lift within the AED 45,000–100,000 range, offering controlled reach, narrow access, and dependable value for facility and light construction work.

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Genie Z-30 owner rating

Genie Z-30 Boom lifts [2001-2019]

2001-2019

Overall rating

Based on 3 ratings

3.3
performance

4.3

comfort

4.3

fuel efficiency

4.3

safety

4.3

features

4.3

5 stars

34 %

4 stars

33 %

3 stars

0 %

2 stars

0 %

1 stars

33 %

Pros
Compact width helps a lot when working inside buildings and finished facilities.
Cons
It runs out of reach quickly on larger exterior jobs.
performance

4.0

comfort

5.0

fuel efficiency

4.0

safety

5.0

features

4.0

Valuation

Last 12 month
2001

Genie Z-30 similar models

Highlight differences
Genie Z-30/20N
JLG 460SJ
Genie Z-45/25J RT
Engine
Battery amperage 350 Amh
Battery amperage -
Battery amperage -
Charger amps 24 Amh
Charger amps -
Charger amps -
Number of batteries 8
Number of batteries -
Number of batteries -
Gross power -
Gross power 36.4 kw
Gross power 35.8 kw
Years 2001-2019
Years 2016-2020
Years 2012-2021
Market Average AED 100,000
Market Average AED 220,000
Market Average AED 165,000
Price AED 45,000
Price AED 128,500
Price AED 105,900
Dimensions
Ground clearance 0.09 m
Ground clearance 31 cm
Ground clearance 37 cm
Stowed height 2.01 m
Stowed height 2.49 m
Stowed height 2.13 mm
Overall Length 0.43 m
Overall Length 8.91 m
Overall Length 6.65 m
Overall Width 1.22 m
Overall Width 2.31 m
Overall Width 2.29 m
Turning radius 3.23 m
Turning radius 4.83 m
Turning radius 4.5 m
Axle Oscillation -
Axle Oscillation 0.2 m
Axle Oscillation 0.15 m
Service refill capacities
Hydraulic fluid cap 15.14 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 121 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 83 liter
Fuel cap -
Fuel cap 83.3 liter
Fuel cap 64 liter
Platform
Platform Dimension B 119.13 cm
Platform Dimension B 0.91 m
Platform Dimension B 1.83 m
Platform Dimension A 76.2 cm
Platform Dimension A 2.44 m
Platform Dimension A 0.76 m
General
Max horizontal reach 6.55 m
Max horizontal reach 1,200 mm
Max horizontal reach 7,520 mm
Max speed forward 4.83 kph
Max speed forward -
Max speed forward -
Max working height 11.16 m
Max working height 15.85 m
Max working height 15.86 m
Operating voltage 48 V
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating voltage 12
Operating weight 6,427 kg
Operating weight 7,530 kg
Operating weight 6,515 kg
Platform rotation 180 º
Platform rotation 180 º
Platform rotation 160 degrees
Tire size 22x7x17.75
Tire size 12 x 16.5
Tire size 315/55 D20
Wheelbase 1.62 m
Wheelbase 2.39 m
Wheelbase 2.03 mm
Engine model -
Engine model Deutz D2.9L4
Engine model Deutz D2011
Fuel type -
Fuel type Diesel
Fuel type Diesel
Gradeability -
Gradeability 24 º
Gradeability 24 %
Performance
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 227.02 kg
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 272 kg
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 227 kg
Drive Speed - Platform Lowered -
Drive Speed - Platform Lowered 7.2 kph
Drive Speed - Platform Lowered 5 kph
Operating specifications
Tire Type Solid non-marking
Tire Type Foam-Filled
Tire Type Rough Terrain
Swing -
Swing 360 º
Swing 355 degrees
Swing type -
Swing type Continuous
Swing type non-continuous

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