MX-01
Indoor crawling, scale terrain
Micro crawler platform with portal axles and high ground clearance. A completely different kind of Mini-Z.
The MX-01 sits apart from the racing-focused Mini-Z lineup. Its portal axle AWD drivetrain, high ground clearance, and crawler-specific geometry make it designed for slow, technical terrain navigation rather than lap times. Mods focus on articulation, traction, and durability.
Guides for the MX-01 11 guides
Mini-Z Bearing Upgrades: Ceramic vs Steel and Where It Actually Matters
Not all Mini-Z bearings are worth upgrading. Here's which positions actually change handling, ceramic vs steel trade-offs, and what to buy at every budget.
Mini-Z Racing vs Bashing — How to Set Up Your Car for Each
Racing and bashing demand different setups. Here's how to configure your Mini-Z for competitive laps or backyard fun.
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.
Mini-Z Body Compatibility Chart: Which Bodies Fit MR-03, MR-04, and MA-020?
Wheelbase, wheel offset, and width specs for every Mini-Z platform. Covers MR-03, MR-04, MA-020, and MX-01 — check fitment before you order a body shell anywhere.
MX-01 Hop-Up Guide: Best Crawler Upgrades
The best MX-01 upgrades for articulation, traction, and durability — what actually improves crawling performance and what's just cosmetic.
Best Transmitters for Kyosho Mini-Z in 2026 (Ranked for Racing and Budget)
Syncro EX-6R, KT-432PT, and KO Propo EX-1 KIY compared. Features, price, and which radio is worth the money for RCP racing.
Best Mini-Z Upgrades Under $50 (All Platforms)
The smartest $50 you can spend on any Mini-Z platform. Bearings, tires, and chassis upgrades ranked by impact — MR-03, MA-020, MR-04, and MX-01.
5 Best First Kyosho Mini-Z Upgrades (Ranked by Impact Per Dollar)
New to Mini-Z? These 5 upgrades deliver the most performance per dollar on any platform. Bearings first, then tires, T-plate, gearing, and gyro — in this exact order.
Mini-Z Maintenance Schedule
A session-by-session Mini-Z maintenance schedule. What to check after every run, every 5 sessions, and every 20 — so nothing fails on race day.
Mini-Z Race Day Checklist: What to Bring and How to Prepare
Everything you need in your pit bag for a Mini-Z race night. Batteries, tools, spares, and the pre-race routine that keeps you off the DNS list.
The Mini-Z Tools Guide: What You Actually Need
Most Mini-Z owners have the wrong tools or are missing one critical size. Here's exactly what to buy, in what order, and what you can skip.