Genie SX-180 Boom Lift
Presented here is the 1:32nd scale Genie SX-180 telescopic boom lift from NZG. The SX-180 is engineered to provide a greater horizontal reach than any other type of aerial platform with the ability to customise for the specific task in hand from a variety of options and add-on packages. The unit has a maximum working height of 56.86 metres with a max horizontal reach of 24.38 metres and a lifting capacity of 340kg, tipping the scales at 25 ton. Two power options are available, either a Deutz TD2.9 L4 or Perkins 854F-E34T Tier 4 final diesel engine generating 74hp.
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The tip of the boom has a jib attached which allows a number of positions to be simulated and the range of movement of the various elements accurately mimics that of the real machine. |
The cylinders are reasonably stiff so the boom holds position well. The platform is constructed of metal with all-metal safety railings and a photo-etched mesh floor panel with the main control housing produced from plastic. |
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The main telescopic boom is metal with the intermediary sections all made from plastic to reduce the weight to ensure the boom remains raised without toppling with the plastic and metal colours a very good match.
The extending X-chassis provides a stable base and this has been modelled well on the 1:32nd scale replica with all four wheels individually steering with small hydraulic cylinders.
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The arms can be extended and are linked with a single hydraulic controlling each pair, allowing the model to be displayed ready for transport or in the working configuration.
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The main body is simplistic, just like the full sized machine with the Genie name embossed on the side and rear panels. |
As with the other Genie replicas from NZG, the paint finish is of a high standard with authentic printing of the Genie markings and machine designation.
