The Genie 229817GT is a genuine OEM Wheel Drive 56:1 designed for Genie S-series telescopic boom lifts and Z-series articulating boom lifts. As a factory-sourced component, this drive unit matches the original engineering specifications of the machine, ensuring the correct 56:1 gear ratio and direct interface with the existing drivetrain. This part is confirmed to fit the S-60, S-65, S-60X, S-60 XC, S-60 HC, S-60 TRAX, S-65 TRAX, S-65 XC, S-60 HF, S-65 HF, S-80 J, and Z-62/40. Cross-reference part number 229817GT against your machine's parts manual before ordering to confirm fitment for your specific serial range.
Key Features
- Correct 56:1 Gear Ratio — Matches the original drive ratio exactly, ensuring the machine delivers the tractive effort and travel speed the manufacturer intended.
- Genuine OEM Quality — Sourced directly through Genie's OEM supply chain, this drive unit meets the same material and tolerance standards as the part it replaces — no guesswork on fit or output performance.
- Direct Drivetrain Replacement — Mounts to the existing wheel hub and motor interface, allowing for a straightforward swap without custom adapters or machining.
- Broad S and Z Boom Compatibility — Fits a wide range of Genie telescopic and articulating boom lifts including S-60 XC, S-65 TRAX, S-65 XC, S-80 J, and Z-62/40 variants.
- Restores Full Drive Capability — A worn or failed wheel drive reduces traction, causes uneven travel, and can leave a machine unable to position properly on the worksite. Replacing it restores normal propulsion and steering response.
- Operational Safety — Proper wheel drive function is critical for controlled positioning of boom lifts at height. Using a correctly rated OEM drive unit supports the machine's safe travel and gradeability performance.
A wheel drive unit is a gearbox mounted at the wheel hub that steps down motor speed to the rotational force needed to propel the machine across the ground. The 56:1 gear ratio means the motor shaft turns 56 times for every single rotation of the wheel, converting high-speed motor output into the low-speed, high-torque movement required to drive a heavy boom lift over uneven terrain. When a wheel drive wears out or fails internally, the result is reduced or absent drive to that wheel — causing the machine to pull to one side, lose gradeability, or become immobile. Replacing the unit with the correct OEM part restores balanced, controlled travel and ensures the machine can be safely positioned for work at elevation.
Part Details
| Part Number | 229817GT |
|---|---|
| Brand | Genie |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Wheel Drive 56:1 |
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-80 J | S-80 J |
| Z-62/40 | Z-62/40 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
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