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The MR-03 is where serious Mini-Z racing happens. Its rear-wheel-drive layout rewards precision driving, and the tuning depth — from T-plate stiffness to motor choice to gyro sensitivity — gives experienced drivers a lot to work with.

Guides for the MR-03 9 guides

beginner

Mini-Z Gyro Installation and Setup Guide

A gyro transforms RWD Mini-Z handling. Here's how to install it correctly, set the direction, and tune the gain for your track.

performance

Mini-Z Brushless Conversion: Motors, ESCs, and LiPo

Everything you need to go brushless on the MR-03 or MA-020. Motor sizing, ESC compatibility, LiPo integration, and what to expect on the other side.

performance

Mini-Z T-Plate Setup: How Stiffness Shapes Handling

The T-plate is the primary tuning lever on RWD Mini-Z platforms. Here's how to read what your car is doing and choose the right flex rating for your surface.

reference

Mini-Z Battery Guide: NiMH, LiPo, and What to Run

Consistent voltage means consistent lap times. The full breakdown on NiMH vs LiPo for Mini-Z, which cells to buy, and how to charge them correctly.

beginner

Your First 5 Mini-Z Upgrades (And What Order to Do Them)

Every Mini-Z owner ends up at the same place: the stock car is fun, but you know it can be better. The question is always where to start. We rank the first five mods by impact-per-dollar, starting with the one upgrade every single Mini-Z should have.

beginner

Mini-Z Transmitter Upgrade Guide

The stock transmitter is your biggest limitation that isn't on the car. Here's what to upgrade to and which features actually matter for Mini-Z.

performance

MR-03 Platform Upgrade Guide

The MR-03 is Kyosho's flagship 1/28 rear-wheel-drive platform. Here's how to build one that actually performs.

performance

Best Tires by Surface and Driving Style

Compound, width, and offset selection for RCP, carpet, and hardwood. Stop guessing and start gripping.

reference

Mini-Z Body Compatibility Guide

Wheelbase, offset, and width explained. Know before you buy so the body you want actually fits your chassis.