Genie Z-45 XC vs JLG 450AJ

The Genie Z-45 XC is the heavier machine, at 7.42 t against 6.42 t, and the JLG 450AJ has more power (44 kW against 37 kW).

The Genie Z-45 XC is ahead on: bigger fuel tank, turns tighter, narrower to transport, lower to transport. The JLG 450AJ is ahead on: more power.

Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Genie Z-45 XC and the JLG 450AJ drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.

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At a glance

Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.

Figure	Genie Z-45 XC	JLG 450AJ
Operating weight	7,421 kg	6,418 kg
Gross powerHigher is better	37 kW	44 kW+19%
Fuel tankHigher is better	64 L+6%	60.6 L
Turning radius (inside)Lower is better	1.68 m+18%	2.06 m
Overall widthLower is better	2.29 m+3%	2.35 m
Overall height (stowed)Lower is better	2.25 m+1%	2.27 m

All specifications

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FigureGenie Z-45 XC JLG 450AJ

Dimensions

Platform length0.76 m1.83 m

Platform width1.83 m0.76 m

Overall height (stowed)2.25 m2.27 mMachine height

Overall length (stowed)6.65 m6.57 mMachine length

Overall width2.29 m2.35 mMachine width

Wheelbase2.03 m2.36 m

Ground clearance (centre)0.37 mNot published

Tail swingNot publishedZero

Ground clearanceNot published0.417 m

Performance

Working height15.86 mPlatform height + 2 m (maker's convention)Not published

Platform height13.86 m13.72 m

Horizontal outreach7.55 m7.62 m

Up and over height7.44 mUp and over clearance7.3 m

Platform capacity300 kgUnrestricted250 kgUnrestricted

Platform capacity (restricted)454 kgNot published

Platform rotation160°180°Hydraulic rotator

Jib length1.52 mVertical jib rotation 133°1.24 m

Swing355°Turntable rotation; zero tailswing355°Non-continuous

Drive speed (stowed)7.2 km/h6.8 km/h

Drive speed (raised)1 km/hNot published

Gradeability45% (stowed)30% (2WD) / 45% (4WD)

Tilt sensor activation5°Front to back and side to side5°

Turning radius (inside)1.68 m2.06 m

Turning radius (outside)4.5 m4.78 m

Axle oscillationNot published10 cm

Weight

Operating weight7,421 kgStandard configuration6,418 kg

Tyre contact pressure552 kPaNot published

Max ground bearing pressureNot published4.57 kg/cm²

Engine

Engine modelDeutz D2.9L dieselKubota WG2503 dual fuel (gasoline/LPG)

EmissionsTier 4 FinalTier 4 Final (Deutz diesel)

Gross power37 kW (49 hp)Deutz D2.9L44 kW (60 hp)Kubota WG2503 dual fuel

Engine optionsPerkins 404F-E22T turbo diesel 36 kW / 49 hp; Ford MSG425 gas/LPG dual fuel 44.7 kW / 60 hpNot published

Auxiliary power12 V DC12V DC

Engine model (diesel option)Not publishedDeutz D2.9L4

Gross power (diesel)Not published36.4 kW (49 hp)Deutz D2.9L4

Tyres

Tyres315/55 D20 foam-filledFoam filled 33/1550 x 16.5 (standard)

Service capacities

Fuel tank64 L60.6 L

Hydraulic tank83 L60.6 L

Hydraulic system, with tank113.6 L65.5 L

Engine oil, with filter9 L8.9 LDeutz D2.9 L4; Kubota WG2503 9.5 L

Cooling system9.4 L11.3 LDeutz D2.9 L4; Kubota 8.5 L

Drive hub (each)0.7 L0.7 LHalf full at the level plug

Turntable rotation drive hub0.8 LNot published

Service intervals

Engine oil and filter1,000 hours600 hours

Fuel filters1,000 hoursPrimary (water separator) and secondary600 hours

Air filter500 hours300 hoursOr 6 months, or when the indicator shows

Coolant2,000 hours1,000 hoursOr 2 years

Hydraulic oil2,000 hours1,200 hoursOr 2 years

Hydraulic filters2,000 hoursSooner in dustNot published

Drive hub oil1,000 hoursFirst change at 50 h1,200 hoursOr 2 years; check the level every 150 h

Hydraulic return filterNot published300 hoursFirst at 50 h, then every 300 h or 6 months

Sources: Genie Z-45 XC & Z-45 HF spec sheet, ANSI/CSA, 07/22 (dealer-hosted copy, access-lift.com) · JLG 450AJ spec sheet 3131117_450AJ R0626_05

Drawn to scale

Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.

Genie Z-45 XCJLG 450AJSame scale, front edges and ground lined up.

Genie Z-45 XC vs JLG 450AJ: questions

Which is bigger, the Genie Z-45 XC or JLG 450AJ?

By operating weight the Genie Z-45 XC is the biggest at 7.42 t, then the JLG 450AJ at 6.42 t.

Which has more power, the Genie Z-45 XC or JLG 450AJ?

The JLG 450AJ: Genie Z-45 XC 37 kW (49 hp), JLG 450AJ 44 kW (60 hp) (gross power), a 19% difference.

Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Genie Z-45 XC or JLG 450AJ?

The Genie Z-45 XC: Genie Z-45 XC 64 L, JLG 450AJ 60.6 L (fuel tank), a 6% difference.

Which turns tighter, the Genie Z-45 XC or JLG 450AJ?

The Genie Z-45 XC: Genie Z-45 XC 1.68 m, JLG 450AJ 2.06 m (turning radius (inside)), a 18% difference.

Which is narrower to transport, the Genie Z-45 XC or JLG 450AJ?

The Genie Z-45 XC: Genie Z-45 XC 2.29 m, JLG 450AJ 2.35 m (overall width), a 3% difference.

Where do these figures come from?

Each model's own published spec sheet or brochure, linked under the table. Builds differ by market and year, so confirm the figures for a particular machine with its dealer.

Can I rent or buy these machines in the UAE?

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