JD50 Integrated Heavy Duty Wrecker
100,000-lb 2- or 3-Stage Recovery BoomAn integrated heavy-duty wrecker built for serious recovery work, paired with your choice of 500 Series underlift — available through East Coast Truck & Trailer Sales in Portsmouth, VA.
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2- & 3-Stage Recovery Boom & Winches
The JD50's 100,000-lb wrecker boom is available in a 2-stage or 3-stage configuration, backed by dual boom-mounted planetary winches for heavy-duty recovery work.
2-Stage Recovery Boom
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Rated Capacity @ 30° Retracted | 100,000-lb |
| Rated Capacity @ 30° Extended | 30,000-lb |
| Reach Past Tailboard — Extended @ 0° | 174-in |
| Reach Past Tailboard — Extended @ 30° | 115-in |
| Maximum Boom Angle | 40° |
| Maximum Hook Height | 290-in |
3-Stage Recovery Boom
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Rated Capacity @ 30° Retracted | 100,000-lb |
| Rated Capacity @ 30° Extended | 20,000-lb |
| Maximum Boom Extension from Tailboard at Extended @ 0° | 291-in |
| Maximum Boom Extension from Tailboard at Extended @ 30° | 217-in |
| Maximum Boom Angle | 40° |
| Maximum Hook Height | 364-in |
Winches & Wire Rope
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Rated Capacity — Dual Boom-Mounted Planetary Winches | 50,000-lb each |
| Rated Working Load Limit — 3/4-in x 250-ft EEIPS Galvanized | 18,500-lb each |
100,000-lb retracted capacity, available as a 2- or 3-stage wrecker boom.
500 series underlift options — low-profile 500LP, 530, or 565 (3- or 4-stage) — with up to 179-in of reach.
Built with a polypropylene copolymer material that's high-impact resistant and corrosion-free.
Underlift Options
The JD50 is available with a choice of four 500 Series underlift configurations. Centerline of tandem axle to tailboard is 66-in across all models.
| Specification | 500LP | 530 | 565 | 565 (4-Stage) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rated Capacity – Retracted | 50,000-lb | 53,000-lb | 56,500-lb | 56,500-lb |
| Rated Capacity – Extended | 17,000-lb | 17,000-lb | 17,600-lb | 17,600-lb |
| Reach Past Tailboard – Retracted (Forks at Ground Level) | 71-in | 72-in | 87-in | 78-in |
| Reach Past Tailboard – Extended (Forks at Ground Level) | 143-in | 141-in | 181-in | 179-in |
| Positive Tilt | 12° | 12° | 15° | 15° |
| Negative Tilt | 18° | 18° | 15° | 15° |
| Tow Capacity | 80,000-lb | 80,000-lb | 80,000-lb | 80,000-lb |
All four underlift configurations ship with 9 sets of frame forks and fork receivers included.
Chassis Recommendation
Minimum chassis requirements for mounting the JD50 Integrated Heavy Duty Wrecker.
| Specification | Minimum Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum GVW Rating | 64,000-lb |
| Minimum RBM Per Rail | 4,200,000-in-lb |
| Minimum Front Axle Weight Rating | 18,000-lb |
| Minimum Rear Axle Weight Rating | 46,000-lb |
| Ride Height | 12-in |
| Frame Height Maximum | 45-in |
| Minimum After Frame Length | 70-in |
Standard & Optional Features
Full feature breakdown by category. Tap a category to expand.
Controls
| Feature | Standard | Optional |
|---|---|---|
| Passenger Side Manual Controls with Passenger Side Hydraulic Pressure Gauges | • | |
| Driver Side Electric over Hydraulic Paddle Controls | • | |
| Driver Side Hydraulic Gauge | • | |
| Color Coded Winch Control Handles | • | |
| Color Coded Winch Sheave Guides and Hooks | • | |
| Hydraulic Tank with Fluid Level Sight Gauge & Return Filter with Life Indicator | • | |
| Non-Proportional Underlift Remote | • | |
| Non-Proportional Boom/Winch/Underlift Remote | • | |
| Proportional Boom/Winch Remote | • | |
| Drivers Side Hydraulic Pressure Gauge | • | |
| Touchlink In-Cab Underlift Controls | • |
Body & Tunnel
| Feature | Standard | Optional |
|---|---|---|
| Structural Polypropylene Copolymer Body | • | |
| Anti-Skid Diamond Plate Walking Surface | • | |
| Painted Roll-Up Doors and Door Frames | • | |
| Forward Facing Diamond Plate on Tunnel Box | • | |
| Storage Solutions for Tools and Equipment (Silver & Gold) | • |
Lighting & Electrical
| Feature | Standard | Optional |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Electronic Distribution System | • | |
| Touchlink Control System for Lighting and Winches with Integrated E-Stop | • | |
| Interior Tool Box Lighting (LED) | • | |
| Clear Body Marker Lights (LED) | • | |
| Lighted Steps & Grab Handle (LED) | • | |
| Upper Hook-Up Lights (LED) | • | |
| Lower Hook-Up Lights (LED) | • | |
| Upper Work Lights – Pylon Mounted (LED) | • | |
| Underlift Hook-Up Light (LED) | • | |
| Hood Mounted Flashers | • | |
| Grille Mounted Flashers | • | |
| Body Mounted Flashers | • | |
| Main Light Bar | • | |
| Wing Light Bars | • |
Boom, Underlift & Winches
| Feature | Standard | Optional |
|---|---|---|
| 2-Stage Recovery Boom | • | |
| 3-Stage Recovery Boom | • | |
| Boom Mounted D-Rings | • | |
| Hydraulic Rear Spades with Flip Down Spade Foot | • | |
| 500LP Underlift, 143-in Reach | • | |
| 530 Underlift, 141-in Reach | • | |
| 565 (3-Stage) Underlift, 181-in Reach | • | |
| 565 (4-Stage) Underllift, 179-in Reach | • | |
| 5-in Crossbar Pivot Pin | • | |
| Integrated Safety Chain Storage | • | |
| Dual Planetary 50,000-lb 2-Speed Winches | • | |
| Air Free Spool with Adjustable Rope Tensioner | • | |
| Winch Camera with Control Station Monitors | • |
Towing Accessories
| Feature | Standard | Optional |
|---|---|---|
| 7-Way Trailer Plug | • | |
| Recessed Glad Hands | • | |
| Service Air Quick Connect | • | |
| 9 Sets of Frame Forks with Fork Receivers (Included with Every Underlift Model) | • | |
| Chain End Caps | • | |
| Backup Camera | • | |
| Rear Facing Underlift Camera | • | |
| High Rise Fork Receivers | • | |
| 25K Bus Arms/Tire Lifts | • | |
| 5th Wheel Attachment | • | |
| Pintle Hitch Attachment | • | |
| Rigging Kits (Sling Kits, HD Chain Kits, Snatch Block Kits, & Shackle Kits) | • | |
| Tunnel Box Counterweight Options | • |
Accessories
| Feature | Standard | Optional |
|---|---|---|
| Side Recovery System (35,000-lb Winch) | • | |
| Side Stabilization System (SS-70-No Winch) | • | |
| Stainless Steel Rubrail Dress Up Kit | • | |
| Stainless Steel Pylon Dress Up Kit | • |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the 2-stage and 3-stage boom?
Both are rated at 100,000-lb at 30° retracted. The 2-stage extends to 30,000-lb at 30° with 174-in of reach past the tailboard and a 290-in max hook height. The 3-stage extends to 20,000-lb at 30° with 291-in of reach and a 364-in max hook height — more reach and hook height, at a lower extended capacity.
What underlift options are available on the JD50?
Four configurations: the 500LP (low profile, 143-in reach extended), the 530 (141-in reach extended), the 565 3-stage (181-in reach extended), and the 565 4-stage (179-in reach extended). All four carry an 80,000-lb tow capacity, and 9 sets of frame forks with receivers ship standard with every underlift model.
What chassis does the JD50 require?
A minimum 64,000-lb GVW rating, 4,200,000-in-lb RBM per rail, an 18,000-lb minimum front axle rating, and a 46,000-lb minimum rear axle rating. Frame height should not exceed 45-in, with a minimum after-frame length of 70-in.
What warranty comes with the JD50?
Jerr-Dan backs the JD50 with a 1-year full coverage warranty plus 5-year structural coverage. Visit jerrdan.com for full warranty details.