Coastal Amusements Toy Soldier 30" Crane

Running lights ring the perimeter. Kid-friendly artwork covers every panel. The claw hangs visible through the glass at idle.

Overview

The Toy Soldier 30" Crane from Coastal Amusements is a compact, all-steel crane machine built for commercial coin-op deployment across a wide range of street locations — arcades, theaters, grocery stores, and route stops. It ships with programmable pricing, prize detection, electronic sounds, and a padlock bar, covering the core operator checklist in a 30-inch-wide footprint. The same cabinet is also available from Coastal Amusements in 40" and 60" wide configurations for higher-capacity locations.

Key Features

All-Steel Cabinet with Kid-Friendly Artwork

The cabinet body is fabricated from steel throughout and finished with themed, kid-friendly artwork on all exterior panels. Steel construction handles the daily contact of commercial deployment — repeated door openings, prize restocking, and route handling — without the flexing or cracking common in lighter-gauge builds.

Running Lights and Bright Internal Lighting

The cabinet is fitted with running lights that cycle during play and idle, plus bright internal lighting that illuminates the prize field. The light animation is visible at floor level across an arcade or game room, marking the unit's position without requiring additional signage.

Programmable Pricing and Play Options

Pricing and play parameters are set through the onboard programming menu, letting operators adjust cost per play and claw-strength settings to match each location's configuration. No external hardware or service call is required to change the settings.

Prize Detection and Electronic Sounds

An onboard prize detection system registers when a prize is won and dropped into the chute, triggering electronic sound effects that accompany the descent and grab attempt. The machine responds to successful grabs without requiring a separate sensor module or manual scoring.

Electronic Coin Comparator and Optional Bill Acceptor

The standard unit ships with a 2-slot coin door fitted with an electronic coin comparator for coin-op play. An optional dollar bill acceptor with stacker is available for locations where customers prefer paper currency, adding that payment path without a cabinet swap.

Padlock Bar and Internal Prize Storage

The cabinet includes a padlock bar securing the service door, along with integrated internal prize storage. Both features support route operation — prizes can be stocked in bulk and the door remains locked between service visits with a standard padlock.

How It Plays

The player moves the joystick to position the claw over the prize field, then presses one button to drop. The machine ships with a medium-size claw suited for plush and medium-range toys; an alternate claw size is available as an option. From an adjacent game, the running light cycle and the claw's overhead movement are both visible during and between plays.

Specifications

Why Operators Love It

30-Inch Footprint Fits Tight Slots

At 30 inches wide, the Toy Soldier fits wall slots and row configurations where wider crane cabinets cannot. Operators with limited floor space can place this unit in gaps that would otherwise remain empty.

Padlock Bar Secures the Service Door Between Visits

The padlock bar allows operators to secure the cabinet with a standard padlock — no proprietary hardware required. On route deployments where the machine sits unattended between service cycles, this is a first line of deterrence against unauthorized access.

On-Cabinet Programming — No Service Call Required

Pricing and play options are adjusted directly from the machine's onboard programming menu. Operators can update settings during a regular service visit without tools, external hardware, or a technician call.

Bill Acceptor Option for Cash-Preference Locations

The optional dollar bill acceptor with stacker can be added for locations where coin availability is low — common in convenience stores, laundromats, and similar route stops. The base cabinet ships with an electronic coin comparator; the bill acceptor is an add-on that works alongside the existing coin mechanism.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sizes does the Toy Soldier Crane come in?

The Toy Soldier Crane is available in three cabinet widths: 30 inches, 40 inches, and 60 inches. The 30-inch model has an assembled footprint of 30 in W x 36 in D x 76 in H and ships at 320 lbs.

Does the Toy Soldier 30" Crane accept paper bills?

The standard configuration ships with a 2-slot coin door and electronic coin comparator for coin-op play. An optional dollar bill acceptor with stacker is available for operators who want to add paper currency acceptance at locations where it fits the customer base.

What claw ships with the Toy Soldier 30" Crane?

The machine ships standard with a medium-size claw, suited for plush and medium-range crane toys. An alternate claw size is available as an option for operators who stock different prize types.

How is the Toy Soldier Crane secured against unauthorized access?

The cabinet includes a padlock bar on the service door that accepts a standard padlock. The all-steel cabinet construction adds physical resistance against tampering between service visits.

Ideal Placement

The Toy Soldier 30" Crane is well suited for family entertainment centers, bowling center arcades, pizzerias, trampoline parks, and movie theater lobbies where floor space is managed by the slot. Its 30-inch width also makes it a practical fit for route placements — laundromats, convenience stores, grocery stores, and hotel game rooms — where a full-size crane cabinet would be oversized for the available footprint.

Shipping & Setup

We offer flexible freight delivery options, including curbside and lift-gate services. Shipping costs and timing are calculated at checkout based on your location and requirements.

Warranty & Support

Your purchase includes a standard manufacturer warranty and access to technical support to ensure long-term performance and uptime.