Genie S-65 XC vs JLG 450AJ

The Genie S-65 XC is the heavier machine, at 11.4 t against 6.42 t.

The Genie S-65 XC is ahead on: bigger fuel tank. The JLG 450AJ is ahead on: turns tighter, narrower to transport.

Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Genie S-65 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 S-65 XC	JLG 450AJ
Operating weight	11,412 kg	6,418 kg
Fuel tankHigher is better	132 L+118%	60.6 L
Turning radius (inside)Lower is better	2.4 m	2.06 m+14%
Overall widthLower is better	2.49 m	2.35 m+6%

All specifications

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FigureGenie S-65 XC JLG 450AJ

Dimensions

Platform length (8 ft platform)0.91 mNot published

Platform length (6 ft platform)0.76 mNot published

Platform width (8 ft platform)2.44 mNot published

Platform width (6 ft platform)1.83 mNot published

Overall height2.81 mStowed (tyres and TraX)Not published

Overall length9.76 mStowed (tyres and TraX)Not published

Overall length, transport position7.8 mJib tucked underNot published

Overall width2.49 mTyres; 2.58 m on TraX2.35 mMachine width

Wheelbase2.5 m2.36 m

Ground clearance (centre)0.41 mTyres and TraXNot published

Working height (max)21.81 mPlatform height + 2 mNot published

Platform height (max)19.81 mNot published

Max horizontal reach16.51 mNot published

Below-ground reach2.65 mNot published

Turntable tailswing1.41 mNot published

Turning radius (inside)2.4 mTyres; 3.48 m on TraX2.06 m

Turning radius (outside)5.5 mTyres; 6.5 m on TraX4.78 m

Platform widthNot published0.76 m

Platform lengthNot published1.83 m

Tail swingNot publishedZero

Overall height (stowed)Not published2.27 mMachine height

Overall length (stowed)Not published6.57 mMachine length

Ground clearanceNot published0.417 m

Weight

Operating weight11,412 kg4x4 tyres; 13,154 kg TraX6,418 kg

Ground pressure (tyres)620kPa; 170 kPa on TraXNot published

Max ground bearing pressureNot published4.57 kg/cm²

Engine

Engine modelDeutz D2011L03i 3-cyl. Stage IIIA, or Deutz TD2.2 L3 turbo 3-cyl. Stage VTyre models; TraX uses TD2.2 L3 Stage VKubota WG2503 dual fuel (gasoline/LPG)

Engine power36 kW (48 hp)Not published

Fuel tank132 L60.6 L

Hydraulic tank151 L60.6 L

Gross powerNot published44 kW (60 hp)Kubota WG2503 dual fuel

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

EmissionsNot publishedTier 4 Final (Deutz diesel)

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

Auxiliary powerNot published12V DC

Performance

Lift capacity (max)454 kgRestricted zoneNot published

Lift capacity (unrestricted)300 kgNot published

Platform rotation160°180°Hydraulic rotator

Jib vertical range133 deg (+79 / -54)Not published

Turntable rotation360 deg continuousNot published

Top speed4.8 km/hStowed, tyres; 3.7 km/h on TraXNot published

Drive speed (raised or extended)0.3 m/s tyres; 0.2 m/s TraXNot published

Gradeability (stowed)45%Not published

Sound pressure level83 dBA at ground station, 79 dBA at platformNot published

Platform heightNot published13.72 m

Horizontal outreachNot published7.62 m

Up and over heightNot published7.3 m

Platform capacityNot published250 kgUnrestricted

SwingNot published355°Non-continuous

Jib lengthNot published1.24 m

Drive speed (stowed)Not published6.8 km/h

GradeabilityNot published30% (2WD) / 45% (4WD)

Tilt sensor activationNot published5°

Axle oscillationNot published10 cm

Tyres

Tyres355/55D 625 foam-filled off-roadTraX: Vermeer 4-point track systemFoam filled 33/1550 x 16.5 (standard)

Service capacities

Hydraulic system, with tankNot published65.5 L

Engine oil, with filterNot published8.9 LDeutz D2.9 L4; Kubota WG2503 9.5 L

Cooling systemNot published11.3 LDeutz D2.9 L4; Kubota 8.5 L

Drive hub (each)Not published0.7 LHalf full at the level plug

Service intervals

Engine oil and filterNot published600 hours

Fuel filtersNot published600 hours

Air filterNot published300 hoursOr 6 months, or when the indicator shows

CoolantNot published1,000 hoursOr 2 years

Hydraulic oilNot published1,200 hoursOr 2 years

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

Drive hub oilNot published1,200 hoursOr 2 years; check the level every 150 h

Sources: Genie S-65 XC & S-65 TraX spec sheet, EMEAR (French), dealer-hosted copy (colle.eu) · 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 S-65 XCJLG 450AJSame scale, front edges and ground lined up.

Genie S-65 XC vs JLG 450AJ: questions

Which is bigger, the Genie S-65 XC or JLG 450AJ?

By operating weight the Genie S-65 XC is the biggest at 11.4 t, then the JLG 450AJ at 6.42 t.

Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Genie S-65 XC or JLG 450AJ?

The Genie S-65 XC: Genie S-65 XC 132 L, JLG 450AJ 60.6 L (fuel tank), a 118% difference.

Which turns tighter, the Genie S-65 XC or JLG 450AJ?

The JLG 450AJ: Genie S-65 XC 2.4 m, JLG 450AJ 2.06 m (turning radius (inside)), a 14% difference.

Which is narrower to transport, the Genie S-65 XC or JLG 450AJ?

The JLG 450AJ: Genie S-65 XC 2.49 m, JLG 450AJ 2.35 m (overall width), a 6% 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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