Dixie Narco 501E Drink Vending Machine – 9 Selection, Refurbished with Card Reader

Refurbished Dixie Narco 501E Drink Machine — Rugged 9-Selection Can & Bottle Vendor

The Dixie Narco 501E drink machine is one of the most dependable cold-beverage vendors ever built, and this unit has been professionally refurbished so it arrives ready for location. It vends the drink sizes buyers reach for most — 12 oz cans plus 16.9 oz and 20 oz bottles — from a single, heavy-gauge steel cabinet with a clear live-view front so customers can see the product before they buy. Nine selections let you mix flavors and package sizes on one machine, and the stacked column design keeps a deep backstock so routes need fewer refills.

This is a workhorse designed for real-world abuse. The 501E is vandal-resistant and approved for outdoor use, which makes it a strong fit for locations where a lighter interior machine would struggle. It ships with a factory-fitted Cantaloupe (formerly USA Technologies) Vendi-Swipe card reader, so it accepts cashless payments alongside coin and bill, and it is both MDB and DEX capable for modern payment integration and route data tracking.

Dixie Narco 501E Specifications

Key Features

• 9 stackable columns — one wide column plus eight narrow columns; 12 oz cans stack up to 3 deep, bottles 2 deep, for high backstock and fewer service visits.
• Live-view front — a large display window lets shoppers see the actual product, which lifts impulse sales.
• MDB capable — plug-and-play with modern coin mechs, bill validators, and cashless readers.
• DEX capable — pulls sales and inventory data for route management and cashless reconciliation.
• Cantaloupe Vendi-Swipe reader — cashless card acceptance is already installed and wired.
• Upgraded control board & LED lighting — reliable operation and bright, low-draw illumination.
• Theft-proof delivery bin & multi-price — secure product retrieval and independent pricing per selection.

About Dixie Narco

Dixie-Narco built its reputation on some of the toughest cold-drink vending machines in the industry, manufactured for decades in Williston, South Carolina. The brand is now part of Crane Merchandising Systems (a Crane company), whose beverage platforms are known for rugged cabinets, reliable refrigeration, and long service life. That heritage is exactly why refurbished 501E units remain a first choice for operators who need a soda machine that keeps earning in demanding, high-traffic, and outdoor settings.

Where the Dixie Narco 501E Earns Its Keep

With nine selections and deep column capacity, the 501E suits locations where cold drinks move steadily and refills should be infrequent. Common placements include:

• Offices, break rooms, and warehouses
• Small shops, convenience stores, and gas stations
• Schools, gyms, and sports facilities
• Laundromats and community centers
• Outdoor and semi-exposed sites where its weather-rated, vandal-resistant build pays off

Because it holds up to roughly 471 cans, a single fill can carry a busy location for days. Operators typically pair a can/bottle vendor like this with a snack machine to build a two-machine account. Not sure where to place your first unit? Our Buyers Guide and Vending Startup Program walk new operators through siting, pricing, and stocking.

Condition & What’s Included

This 501E is professionally refurbished, not simply used. Each machine is fully repaired, repainted and clear-coated for a fresh appearance, and tested for functionality before it ships — no prep work is required on your end. The Cantaloupe Vendi-Swipe card reader is installed, and the unit comes with two keys (machines can be keyed alike if you buy two). Refurbished units carry Finn Vending Sales’ 1-year limited warranty covering replacement parts, labor, and remote tech support for U.S. customers.

Why Buy From Finn Vending Sales

We ship free across the continental U.S. by curbside freight from our Hanover, Minnesota facility. Orders are tested and prepared for dispatch within 1–2 business days after payment, with typical delivery in 3–7 business days. Every purchase is backed by a 30-day return window with free return shipping on approved returns, plus optional on-site installation and location-placement assistance. Pay by wire transfer at checkout, or use secure checkout on this page and our team will review and invoice you directly.

Compare related machines

Buyers weighing this machine also look at these Finn Vending Sales listings:

• Dixie Narco 276e Drink Machine — $1,270
• Dixie Narco 501E Live Display Beverage Vending Machine (Refurbished) — $1,458
• Dixie Narco 5800 BevMax 4 — $2,104
• Dixie Narco Model 501E 12oz Can Machine – Live Display – Cold Drink — $1,360

Frequently Asked Questions

How many selections does the Dixie Narco 501E have?

It offers 9 selections — one wide column and eight narrow columns — so you can vend multiple flavors and package sizes from one machine.

How many drinks does it hold?

Capacity is up to roughly 471 12 oz cans, or about 278 16.9/20 oz bottles, depending on how you set the columns. Cans stack up to 3 deep and bottles 2 deep.

Does it take credit cards?

Yes. This 501E ships with a Cantaloupe Vendi-Swipe cashless card reader already installed, and it is MDB capable, so it accepts card payments alongside cash at the machine.

What power does it need?

The 501E runs on a standard 115 VAC, 60 Hz outlet drawing roughly 10.5 amps, with a 1/3 HP CFC-free refrigeration system.

Can it go outside?

Yes. The 501E is approved for outdoor use and built with a vandal-resistant cabinet, which is why it is popular at exposed and high-traffic locations.

Is this machine new or refurbished?

This is a professionally refurbished unit — fully repaired, repainted, clear-coated, and tested — and it is ready for location on delivery.

What warranty and delivery come with it?

It carries a 1-year limited warranty (refurbished tier). It ships free by curbside freight across the continental U.S., typically arriving 3–7 business days after your 1–2 day processing window. See more soda and drink options in our Drink Vending Machines collection.