Champion 85

The Champion 85 is a rare and enigmatic solid state electronic (SS) pinball machine from Barni, S.A., a manufacturer based in Barcelona, Spain. Its exact release date is unconfirmed — the backglass displays a large '85,' suggesting 1985, though it may have first been available as early as 1984. One of the most notable features of the Champion 85 is its four-flipper configuration, a relatively unusual setup for solid state machines of the era.

The gameplay of the Champion 85 includes an elevated, clear upper playfield with two of its four flippers and drop targets, adding an extra layer of challenge and strategy on top of the main playfield. The machine's factory-installed illumination consists of a fluorescent tube in the backbox.

As one of the lesser-known machines from Barni, S.A., the Champion 85 offers a glimpse into mid-1980s solid state pinball manufacturing in Spain. Little is documented about the machine's theme or designer, and even its cabinet style is inconsistent across surviving period magazine ads, adding to its mystery. Its scarcity and undocumented history make it an intriguing find for collectors and enthusiasts researching lesser-known European manufacturers.