The Genie 130979GT is a genuine OEM 72" Quick Attach Carriage Weldment Assembly designed for the GTH-1048 and GTH-1056 telehandlers. As a direct Genie OEM component, this weldment is manufactured to the same specifications as the original part, ensuring a proper fit to the telehandler's quick attach interface without guesswork. Built for demanding material-handling work, this assembly restores full carriage functionality to machines operating in construction, industrial, and heavy-duty job environments. Cross-reference part number 130979GT against your parts manual to confirm fitment before ordering.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Weld Integrity — Fabricated to Genie's original weld and structural specifications, so the carriage assembly maintains the load-bearing strength the machine was designed around.
- 72" Quick Attach Interface — Engineered to mate directly with the quick attach system on compatible GTH telehandlers, allowing straightforward installation without custom fabrication or rework.
- Confirmed Telehandler Fitment — Fits the GTH-1048 and GTH-1056 — two of Genie's high-capacity telescopic handler models — making this the correct replacement for operators running either machine.
- Restored Carriage Performance — A worn or damaged carriage weldment compromises attachment stability and load control; replacing it with this assembly brings the carriage back to its original rated performance.
- Operational Safety at Height and Reach — On a telehandler, the carriage is a structural load-transfer point. Using a genuine OEM weldment maintains the structural integrity of the attachment system, which is critical when lifting and placing loads at extended reach.
The carriage weldment is the structural frame that mounts to the front of the telehandler's boom and accepts work attachments through the quick attach coupler system. It bears the full weight of the attachment and its load, transferring that force back through the boom during lifting, carrying, and placing operations. When a carriage weldment cracks, deforms, or wears at its mounting points, attachment security is compromised — creating instability that affects both load handling and operator safety. Replacing a damaged weldment with this genuine OEM assembly restores the carriage to its original structural rating and keeps the quick attach system functioning as intended.
Part Details
| Part Number | 130979GT |
|---|---|
| Brand | Genie |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | 72" Quick Attach Carriage Weldment Assembly |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| GTH-1048 | GTH-1048 |
| GTH-1056 | GTH-1056 |
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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