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2006-2018
64.35 liter Fuel cap
9.27 m Max horizontal reach
7,213 kg Operating weight
355/55 D625 Tire size
0.63 m Overall Length
2.32 m Overall Width

A diesel boom lift with a 17.65 m maximum working height and 9.27 m maximum horizontal reach, the Genie Z-51 is built for construction access, exterior maintenance, industrial service work, and mid-height elevated jobs. With its 227.02 kg unrestricted platform capacity, 180° platform rotation, foam-filled tires, and 55.93 kilowatt engine output, it suits buyers who need more height and outreach than compact boom lifts while keeping the machine manageable for regular jobsite use.

Maximum working height 17.65 m

Maximum horizontal reach 9.27 m

Platform capacity 227.02 kg

Gross power 55.93 kilowatt

Operating weight 7,213 kg

Platform rotation 180°

Fuel tank capacity 64.35 liters

Makana rating

Owner rating

| 3

Market average

AED 130,000

Starting from

AED 105,000

Genie Z-51 Technical specifications

General

Engine model

DSG-423

Max horizontal reach

9.27 m

Max speed forward

8.05 kph

Max working height

17.65 m

Operating weight

7,213 kg

Platform rotation

180 º

Tire size

355/55 D625

Wheelbase

2.04 m

Service refill capacities

Fuel cap

64.35 liter

Hydraulic fluid cap

90.08 liter

Engine

Gross power

55.93 kw

Dimensions

Ground clearance

0.39 m

Stowed height

2.16 m

Overall Length

0.63 m

Overall Width

2.32 m

Turning radius

4.51 m

Platform

Platform Dimension B

183.13 cm

Platform Dimension A

76.2 cm

Performance

Platform Capacity - Unrestricted

227.02 kg

Operating specifications

Tire Type

Foam filled

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Genie Z-51 expert review

Reviewed by Rizwan R. on May 5, 2026

Overview

The Genie Z-51 (2006–2018) is a mid-size diesel boom lift designed for construction access, façade maintenance, industrial service work, MEP tasks, and outdoor elevated jobs. It offers a 17.65 m maximum working height, 9.27 m horizontal reach, and 227.02 kg unrestricted platform capacity, giving crews useful height and reach for everyday site work.

Expert rating: 4 stars

Pros Strong 17.65 m working height and 9.27 m horizontal reach for mid-height access work.
Cons Overall width of 2.32 m and diesel operation are less convenient for tight indoor access work.

Performance & Efficiency

The 55.93 kilowatt DSG-423 engine supports outdoor access work across construction and industrial sites. Its 17.65 m working height, 9.27 m horizontal reach, 227.02 kg platform capacity, and 180° platform rotation make it useful for crews that need stable access and accurate positioning around structures and equipment.

In Comparison

Genie Z-40: More compact and easier to position, but with less height and outreach.
Genie Z-45: Similar mid-size access machine with strong construction-site use.
Genie Z-51: Offers more height and reach than compact boom lifts while staying practical for daily site work.

Final Verdict

Rated 4 stars, the Genie Z-51 is a capable diesel boom lift within the AED 105,000–130,000 range, offering useful height, controlled reach, and strong value for construction, maintenance, and industrial access work.

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Genie Z-51 owner rating

Genie Z-51 Boom lifts [2006-2018]

2006-2018

Overall rating

Based on 3 ratings

4.3
performance

4.3

comfort

4.3

fuel efficiency

4.3

safety

4.7

features

4.0

5 stars

33 %

4 stars

67 %

3 stars

0 %

2 stars

0 %

1 stars

0 %

Pros
Working height and horizontal reach are useful for façade and industrial access jobs.
Cons
The 2.32 m width needs space when moving through tighter sites.
performance

4.0

comfort

5.0

fuel efficiency

4.0

safety

5.0

features

4.0

Pros
Platform rotation helps position workers accurately around structures and equipment.
Cons
Diesel operation is not ideal for enclosed indoor work.
performance

4.0

comfort

4.0

fuel efficiency

4.0

safety

5.0

features

3.0

Valuation

Last 12 month
2006

Genie Z-51 similar models

Highlight differences
Genie Z-51/30J RT
Genie Z-40/23N
Genie Z-45/25J RT
General
Engine model DSG-423
Engine model -
Engine model Deutz D2011
Max horizontal reach 9.27 m
Max horizontal reach 6.92 mm
Max horizontal reach 7,520 mm
Max speed forward 8.05 kph
Max speed forward 7.24 kph
Max speed forward -
Max working height 17.65 m
Max working height 14.33 m
Max working height 15.86 m
Operating weight 7,213 kg
Operating weight 6,908 kg
Operating weight 6,515 kg
Platform rotation 180 º
Platform rotation 180 degrees
Platform rotation 160 degrees
Tire size 355/55 D625
Tire size front: 22x7x17.75, rear: 25.6x7
Tire size 315/55 D20
Wheelbase 2.04 m
Wheelbase 1.98 m
Wheelbase 2.03 mm
Operating voltage -
Operating voltage 48
Operating voltage 12
Fuel type -
Fuel type -
Fuel type Diesel
Gradeability -
Gradeability -
Gradeability 24 %
Years 2006-2018
Years 2007-2018
Years 2012-2021
Market Average AED 130,000
Market Average AED 110,000
Market Average AED 165,000
Price AED 105,000
Price AED 70,000
Price AED 105,900
Service refill capacities
Fuel cap 64.35 liter
Fuel cap -
Fuel cap 64 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 90.08 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 30.28 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 83 liter
Engine
Gross power 55.93 kw
Gross power -
Gross power 35.8 kw
Number of batteries -
Number of batteries 8
Number of batteries -
Battery amperage -
Battery amperage 315 Amh
Battery amperage -
Dimensions
Ground clearance 0.39 m
Ground clearance 0.18 m
Ground clearance 37 cm
Stowed height 2.16 m
Stowed height 1.98 mm
Stowed height 2.13 mm
Overall Length 0.63 m
Overall Length 0.55 m
Overall Length 6.65 m
Overall Width 2.32 m
Overall Width 1.52 m
Overall Width 2.29 m
Turning radius 4.51 m
Turning radius 3.2 m
Turning radius 4.5 m
Axle Oscillation -
Axle Oscillation -
Axle Oscillation 0.15 m
Platform
Platform Dimension B 183.13 cm
Platform Dimension B 142.24 m
Platform Dimension B 1.83 m
Platform Dimension A 76.2 cm
Platform Dimension A 76.2 m
Platform Dimension A 0.76 m
Performance
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 227.02 kg
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 227.02 kg
Platform Capacity - Unrestricted 227 kg
Drive Speed - Platform Lowered -
Drive Speed - Platform Lowered -
Drive Speed - Platform Lowered 5 kph
Operating specifications
Tire Type Foam filled
Tire Type Solid non-marking
Tire Type Rough Terrain
Swing -
Swing -
Swing 355 degrees
Swing type -
Swing type -
Swing type non-continuous

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