D. Quijote
About This Machine
The D. Quijote, produced by Petaco, S.A. of Madrid, Spain (the domestic trade name of a manufacturer active from 1962 to 1977), is a rare example of Spanish solid-state pinball. As a solid-state game using a Recel System III MPU, it likely dates from later in the company's history; an export version was released by Recel in 1979.
The D. Quijote boasts an array of features, including two flippers, two pop bumpers, a slingshot, and three types of targets: standup, swivel, and 3-bank drop, plus a spinning target. Left dual inlanes add to the machine's challenge, while the right outlane features a free ball return lane without a gate, creating an element of unpredictability.
The machine's theme draws on Miguel de Cervantes' classic novel about Don Quixote's quest for glory and adventure - an uncommon literary theme for pinball of this period. Unfortunately, little is known about the designer or specific release details, making this machine an intriguing piece of pinball history for collectors and enthusiasts interested in the development of Spanish electronic pinball.
Technical Details
- Theme:
- Adventure - Fictional Characters
- Model Number:
- 1063
- MPU:
- Recel System III
- Notable Features:
- Flippers (2), Pop bumpers (2), Slingshot (1), Kick-out holes (2), Standup targets (3), Swivel targets (2), 3-bank drop targets (2), Spinning target (1), Left dual inlanes. Right outlane has free ball return lane (no gate).