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Vendo V-198-6

Vendo · Model archive

Machine specifications and identification notes.

Vending Capacity
198-6.5-10oz; 168-12oz Bottles; 162-12oz Cans
Precool Capacity
26 Bottles; 42 Cans
Dimensions
73" high, 38" wide, 23 5/16" deep
Weight
660 lbs.
Production Dates
Late 1960's – Early 1970's
Price New
$722.25; $760.25-illuminated
Comments
Cataloged specifications for the Vendo V-198-6 list 198-6.5-10oz; 168-12oz Bottles; 162-12oz Cans vending capacity and 26 Bottles; 42 Cans precooling capacity. The surviving specification record gives dimensions of 73" high, 38" wide, 23 5/16" deep and a recorded weight of 660 lbs.. It also lists production dates of Late 1960's – Early 1970's and an original-price entry of $722.25; $760.25-illuminated.