Complete car + radio combo below. The MR-04 is what we race weekly — parts support is in the shop.
New to 1/28 Racing? Start Here
Open the box. Charge up. Race tonight.
A Kyosho Mini-Z ReadySet is a complete race car — chassis, body, electronics, and radio in one box. Pick a body you love, add batteries, and you're on the grid at NWLA RC this week.
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🔧 Trackside setup help
🚗 Loaner cars — try first
📍 NWLA's home track
Everything you need: 3 things
The honest answer to "what else do I have to buy?"
8 total: 4 AAA in the car, 4 AA in the radio. Shop batteries.
One 4-bay charger runs your whole night. Shop chargers.
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Genuine Kyosho Mini-Z ReadySets with the KT-531P 2.4GHz radio included.
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From box to race night in 4 laps
Most new drivers are running laps within 15 minutes of opening the box.
- Unbox & load batteries4 AAA in the car, 4 AA in the radio. Pre-paired from Kyosho.
- Power on & trimRadio first, then car. Adjust steering trim until it tracks straight.
- Practice lapsSmooth thumbs win races. Our track on practice days — help is free.
- Show up & raceBox Stock class is built for ReadySets. We'll handle the rest.
New racer questions
Asked at the track every week — answered honestly.
Is a Mini-Z hard to drive?
A learning curve measured in minutes, not weeks. Turn the radio's dual-rate steering down at first and the car becomes very forgiving.
Can my kid race one?
Yes — kids race alongside adults at NWLA RC every week. Want to test the waters? Use a loaner car on a practice night before buying anything.
What if I break something?
Parts are cheap and on the shelf at the track. Most crash repairs cost under $20 and take minutes.
Which body should I pick?
The one you think looks coolest — the chassis underneath is the same. You'll drive more with a car you love looking at.
Do I need upgrades to race?
No. Box Stock class exists so ReadySets race competitively out of the box. Upgrades are a fun rabbit hole later.
Lights out in 3… 2… 1…
Pick your car, grab batteries and a charger, and we'll see you at the track. Stuck deciding? Message us.
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