Compound · Width · Surface
Tires
Match your compound to your surface. The fastest setup change you can make between sessions.
Why it matters
Stock tires are a compromise. The right compound for your surface — RCP, carpet, or hardwood — makes a measurable difference in lap times and consistency.
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Racing Radial Tire — 20° Narrow (4pcs)
Medium compound, unidirectional tread. Good all-around for RCP and carpet.
Shop →Racing Radial Tire — 30° Soft (4pcs)
Soft compound for high-grip RCP tracks. More rotation mid-corner, wears faster.
Shop →Mini-Z Narrow Tire Set
Precision molded, consistent compound across the batch. Track-ready.
Shop →MR-04 Narrow Racing Tire — 20°
Sized for the MR-04 narrow track width. Do not mix with standard Mini-Z tires.
Shop →MX-01 Rock Crawler Tire Set
Soft compound with aggressive tread pattern. Designed for slow-speed grip on technical terrain.
Shop →Related Guides
Mini-Z Tire Guide: How to Pick the Right Compound for RCP, Carpet, and Tile
Compound numbers decoded, surface-by-surface baselines, and how to tune from driving symptoms. Covers MR-03, MR-04, and MA-020 tire selection.
Mini-Z Wheel Offset and Width Guide: What Fits Your Chassis
Wheel offset and width explained for every Mini-Z platform. What the numbers mean, what fits without rubbing, and how offset affects handling.
Best Mini-Z Tires for RCP Tracks (2026 Buyer's Guide)
The definitive tire compounds to buy for high-grip RCP foam tracks. Stop guessing and start turning laps.
Mini-Z Tire Compounds by Surface
A practical tire compound system for Mini-Z racers. Baselines for RCP, carpet, and hard surfaces with symptom-based adjustments that actually work.