Dixie Narco BevMax 2145 Beverage Machine
The Dixie Narco BevMax 2145 beverage machine is a full-size, glass-front bottle and can vending machine built on the legendary BevMax bottle-drop platform. Behind its lighted display window sit five trays of nine columns each, for up to 45 individual selections of chilled sodas, waters, sports drinks, and energy drinks. Shoppers see exactly what they are buying through the full glass front, and the raised-cup bottle-drop delivery system lowers each product gently to protect carbonation and prevent shaking.
With a 42-inch-wide cabinet, this machine holds a serious inventory — roughly 471+ twelve-ounce cans, or a mixed load of 20 oz bottles, 16 oz energy drinks, and 12 oz cans. That capacity is what separates a real commercial vender from a countertop unit: an operator can stock it deep, service it less often, and cover the drive to the location with a single fill. The 2145 is a proven high-traffic workhorse, ideal for operators who want dependable glass-front beverage vending without paying new-machine money.
Dixie Narco BevMax 2145 Specifications
| Manufacturer | Dixie Narco (Crane Merchandising Systems) |
| Model | BevMax 2145 (DN2145) |
| Machine Type | Glass-front bottle & can beverage vender |
| Selections | Up to 45 (5 trays × 9 columns) |
| Capacity | 471+ 12 oz cans (mixes 12 oz cans, 16 oz & 20 oz bottles) |
| Delivery System | BevMax bottle-drop with raised delivery cup |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 72″ H × 42″ W × 32″ D |
| Weight | Approx. 687 lbs |
| Power | 115 VAC, 60 Hz — standard grounded 120V outlet |
| Control Board | MDB PC board with DEX data reporting |
| Payment Systems | Coin mechanism + dollar-bill validator included; MDB card-reader ready |
| Pricing | Multi-price capable, $0.05–$99.95 per selection |
| Lighting | LED cabinet lighting |
| Condition | Refurbished — tested, cleaned, and operationally verified |
| Warranty Tier | 1-year limited parts & service (refurbished) |
Key Features
- True glass-front merchandising — every product is visible, which lifts impulse sales versus a closed-door can machine.
- Dual-gate BevMax bottle-drop — vends a wide mix of can and bottle shapes without column changeovers, and guards against free vends if the machine is rocked.
- 45 configurable selections across five trays, so you can offer a deep variety line or run multiples of your fastest movers.
- MDB control board with DEX — the industry-standard bus that lets you add a card/mobile-pay reader and pull sales and inventory data.
- Multi-pricing from a nickel to $99.95 per selection, so premium energy drinks and value waters can each carry their own price.
- LED lighting for a bright, modern display that draws customers day and night.
About Dixie Narco
Dixie Narco is one of the most recognized names in American beverage vending, now part of Crane Merchandising Systems. The BevMax line set the standard for glass-front bottle-drop venders and is one of the most widely deployed drink machines in the country. Because the platform was produced in such volume, parts, boards, and service knowledge are broadly available — a real advantage when you are running a refurbished unit and want to keep it earning for years.
Where This Machine Earns
The BevMax 2145 fits any location with steady foot traffic and a hunger for cold drinks: offices and break rooms, manufacturing floors, gyms and rec centers, hotels and motels, laundromats, car washes, apartment complexes, and school or campus common areas. Its 471+ can capacity means fewer service trips per week, and the glass front lets you merchandise premium bottles and energy drinks that typically carry higher margins than plain cans. As a rule, deeper capacity plus higher-ticket beverage lines is what makes a single stop worth the drive — and this machine is built for exactly that.
Condition & What’s Included
This BevMax 2145 is offered refurbished: mechanically and electrically tested, cleaned, and verified to vend before it ships. It arrives with the coin mechanism and dollar-bill validator installed, and its MDB board is ready for a card or mobile-payment reader whenever you choose to add one. Refurbished machines from Finn Vending Sales carry a 1-year limited parts-and-service warranty covering replacement parts, labor, and remote technical support for US customers. For more on choosing your first machine, see our Buyers Guide.
Why Buy From Finn Vending Sales
We ship free across the continental United States by curbside freight from our Hanover, Minnesota facility, with orders tested and prepared for dispatch within 1–2 business days of payment. Every purchase is backed by a 30-day return window with free return shipping on approved returns, plus optional on-site installation and our Vending Startup Program for first-time operators. Prefer to talk numbers first? Add it to your cart or hit Buy Now to check out securely, and our team confirms your order and emails an invoice with bank wire-transfer details. Browse more drink venders in our Soda, Pop & Drink Vending Machines category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many selections does the Dixie Narco BevMax 2145 have?
Up to 45 selections, laid out as five trays of nine columns each, so you can run a deep variety of cans and bottles from a single machine.
How many drinks does it hold?
Roughly 471+ twelve-ounce cans, or a mixed load of 20 oz bottles, 16 oz energy drinks, and 12 oz cans depending on how you set the trays.
Does it take credit cards, and can I add a Nayax reader?
It ships with a coin mechanism and bill validator. Because it uses an MDB control board, you can add a Nayax or other MDB card/mobile-pay reader for tap-to-pay whenever you want.
What power does it need?
A standard grounded 120V household-type outlet — 115 VAC, 60 Hz. No special electrical service is required.
Will it fit through a standard doorway?
The cabinet is 42″ wide, so a standard 36-inch door is tight. Plan for a double door, freight entrance, or dolly angle, and confirm your delivery path before ordering.
Is this machine new or refurbished?
This BevMax 2145 is refurbished — tested, cleaned, and verified to vend — and covered by a 1-year limited parts-and-service warranty.
How is it delivered?
Free curbside freight anywhere in the continental US, typically dispatched within 1–2 business days of payment and delivered in about 3–7 business days.




