This 2019 Taylor C161 soft serve machine delivers premium soft-serve performance in a small, efficient footprint. Configured as single-phase / air-cooled, it’s easy to install and operate—no water lines or special utilities required. Simply plug into the proper dedicated circuit, add mix, and you’re ready to serve two flavors or a smooth swirl of soft-serve ice cream or frozen yogurt within minutes.
The C161 is a twin-twist gravity-fed model designed for reliability and ease of use. Its compact design fits comfortably on a countertop yet produces the same smooth, consistent product Taylor machines are known for. With simple controls and quick recovery times, the C161 is ideal for restaurants, cafés, food trucks, and frozen yogurt shops looking to offer professional-quality soft serve without the bulk of a full-size floor unit.
Each reconditioned C161 from Soft Serve Parts undergoes a thorough cleaning, inspection, and performance test by our experienced technicians. We sanitize, replace worn components, verify proper freeze-down, and test each unit under load to ensure dependable operation before shipping.
Your reconditioned 2019 Taylor C161 arrives ready to plug in, fill, and start serving. Compact, dependable, and efficient, it’s the perfect choice for businesses that want premium soft-serve capability in a simple, space-saving design.
Key Features
- Compact twin twist — serve two flavors or a swirl combo
- 1.5 qt freezing cylinders deliver consistent portion recovery
- 8 qt hoppers with SHR keep mix below 41ºF (5ºC)
- Standby mode maintains safe temps during downtime
- Designed for countertop use or optional mobile cart
- Mix Low indicator alerts staff before the hopper runs out
- Softech™ electronic controls monitor viscosity for consistency
- Cleanable air filter protects refrigeration performance
- Air or water cooled configurations available
- Optional cone dispenser or legs for additional clearance
Technical Specifications
- Freezing cylinders: (2) × 1.5 qt (1.4 L)
- Mix hoppers: (2) × 8 qt (7.6 L) with SHR
- Beater motors: (2) × 0.5 HP
- SHR maintains mix below 41ºF (5ºC)
- Softech™ viscosity monitoring controls
- Cleanable air filter for condenser performance
- Electrical: 208–230V / 1 Phase (10A)
- Cooling: Air or water — 6" side clearance required (air)
- Refrigeration: 4,900 BTU/hr (R404A)
- SHR refrigeration: 300 BTU/hr (R134a)
- Dimensions: 21-1/8" W × 26-5/8" D × 28-1/8" H
- Weight: 305 lbs (net)
What's Included
Everything you need to start serving product — included.
Every reconditioned machine from Soft Serve Parts ships with a full startup package—just plug it in, add mix, and start serving. No scrambling to find brushes or order seals after the machine arrives. We send the exact supplies our techs use in the field, so your machine is ready to run correctly from day one. You get the machine and the parts you actually need to operate it—not just the stainless steel shell.
Just add mix and power — no extra parts to buy.
- Brush kit — full set for teardown & cleaning
- Stera-Sheen® sanitizer — food-safe & NSF listed
- Lubricant tube — FDA-approved, equipment-safe
- Spare set of scraper blades
- Tune-up kit — fresh seals & o-rings for your model