The Genie 215298GT is a genuine OEM Upper Idler Pulley, MSG425, designed for a wide range of Genie telescopic boom lifts, articulating boom lifts, and rough-terrain scissor lifts. As a direct OEM replacement, this component is built to the same standards as the original pulley installed at the factory, making fitment straightforward with no guesswork on tolerances or mounting dimensions. Cross-reference part number 215298GT against your parts manual to confirm compatibility before ordering. This pulley fits Genie S-series telescopic booms, GS large-platform scissor lifts, and Z-series articulating booms, covering an extensive range of machines in the Genie lineup.
Key Features
- OEM-Grade Pulley Construction — Manufactured to Genie's original material and dimensional specifications, ensuring the pulley groove profile and bearing seat match the MSG425 assembly exactly.
- Drop-In Compatibility — Engineered to mount directly to the upper idler position of the MSG425 assembly, aligning with existing hardware and cable routing without modification.
- Broad Fitment Across Genie Families — Fits Genie S-series telescopic booms (S-40, S-45, S-60, S-65 and their XC, TRAX, HC, and HF variants), GS large rough-terrain scissor lifts (GS-3384, GS-3390, GS-4390, GS-5390), and Z-series articulating booms (Z-45/25, Z-45/25J IC Power, Z-60/34, Z-62/40, Z-45 XC, and related variants).
- Cable and Chain Path Integrity — A correctly functioning upper idler pulley keeps lift and extend cables or chains tracking true under load, preventing premature wear on adjacent components and uneven extension.
- Operational Safety Assurance — On aerial boom lifts and elevated scissor platforms, proper cable guidance through the idler system is critical to smooth, controlled platform movement — making this a safety-relevant component that should only be replaced with a verified OEM part.
- Genuine Genie OEM Part — Sourced directly through authorized channels, so you receive the correct part the first time with full traceability back to Genie's engineering specifications.
The upper idler pulley is a key component within the boom's cable or chain tensioning system, responsible for guiding and redirecting the lift or extension cables as the boom raises and extends to height. By maintaining proper cable alignment and tension, the pulley ensures smooth, consistent platform movement and prevents side-loading that can accelerate cable fatigue. When this pulley wears, develops flat spots, or seizes, it can cause uneven cable travel, abnormal noise during operation, or — in more advanced failure — cable damage that compromises the platform's ability to reach and hold its intended position safely.
Part Details
| Part Number | 215298GT |
|---|---|
| Brand | Genie |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Upper Idler Pulley, MSG425 |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| S-60 | S-60 |
| S-65 | S-65 |
| S-60X | S-60X |
| S-60 XC | S-60 XC |
| S-60 HC | S-60 HC |
| S-60 TRAX | S-60 TRAX |
| S-65 TRAX | S-65 TRAX |
| S-65 XC | S-65 XC |
| S-60 HF | S-60 HF |
| S-65 HF | S-65 HF |
| S-40 | S-40 |
| S-45 | S-45 |
| S-40 XC | S-40 XC |
| S-45 XC | S-45 XC |
| S-40 TRAX | S-40 TRAX |
| S-45 TRAX | S-45 TRAX |
| S-40 HF | S-40 HF |
| S-45 HF | S-45 HF |
| GS-3384 | GS-3384 |
| GS-3390 | GS-3390 |
| GS-4390 | GS-4390 |
| GS-5390 | GS-5390 |
| Z-60/34 | Z-60/34 |
| Z-45/25 | Z-45/25 |
| Z-45/25J IC Power | Z-45/25J IC Power |
| Z-62/40 | Z-62/40 |
| Z-45 XC | Z-45 XC |
| Z-45/25 IC | Z-45/25 IC |
| Z-45/25J IC | Z-45/25J IC |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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