Head to head
Genie Z-45/25J RT vs Volvo L220H
The Genie Z-45/25J RT is a rough terrain articulating boom lift. The Volvo L220H is a large wheel loader.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Genie Z-45/25J RT | Volvo L220H | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 6,515kg | 68,780-72,970 lb |
| Working height | 15.86m (51ft 6in) maximum | - |
| Platform height | 13.86m (45ft 6in) maximum | - |
| Platform capacity | 227kg unrestricted | - |
| Engine power | - | 375hp (Volvo D13J, Tier 4f) |
| Bucket capacity | - | 5.6-20.9 yd3 |
| Breakout force | - | 55,075 lbf |
| Static tipping load | - | 46,295 lbs |
Sources: Genie Z-45/25J RT, Volvo L220H. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Z-45/25J RT if...
A widely hired rough-terrain boom for construction and outdoor maintenance. The articulating up-and-over jib is what separates it from a straight telescopic boom: it reaches over an obstacle rather than only to it, which is often the entire requirement.
Full Z-45/25J RT specifications →Buy or hire the L220H if...
A large production wheel loader for quarries and bulk material handling rather than general building sites. Its wide bucket capacity range lets one machine be set up for anything from aggregates to woodchip, which suits quarry and waste transfer operators.
Listed by
- Eco Plant Hire And Sales Ltd - Peterborough, Whittlesey
Common questions
What is the difference between the Genie Z-45/25J RT and the Volvo L220H?
The Genie Z-45/25J RT is a rough terrain articulating boom lift; the Volvo L220H is a large wheel loader.
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