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 13 guides
MX-01 Mod Path: From Box Stock to Technical Trail Rig
A three-stage upgrade sequence for the Kyosho MX-01 micro crawler, from first $30 of mods through a serious technical trail build.
Mini-Z Pinion Gear Ratio Reference: 6T to 11T by Chassis and Use Case
Gear ratio table for Mini-Z pinion sizes 6T through 11T across MR-03, MR-04, MA-020, and MX-01 chassis, with motor type context and surface recommendations.
Mini-Z Bearing Upgrades: Ceramic vs Steel
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: Setup Guide
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 vs LiPo
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: MR-03, MR-04, MA-020
Don't buy a body that won't fit. Wheelbase, offset, and width specs for MR-03, MR-04, MA-020, and MX-01, with the fitment rules that trip up new buyers.
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 Mini-Z Transmitters in 2026: Ranked
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: Every Platform
Compare the best $50 Mini-Z upgrade path across MR-03, MR-04, MA-020, MX-01. Ranked by impact with prices and platform-specific notes.
Best First Mini-Z Upgrades: 5 Mods That Matter
New Mini-Z owner? Do these 5 upgrades before anything else. Ranked by real-world impact per dollar, starting with the one mod every car needs first.
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
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.