KYOSHO MINI-Z 20th ANNIVERSARY History of MINI-Z

KYOSHO MINI-Z 20th ANNIVERSARY History of MINI-ZKYOSHO MINI-Z 20th ANNIVERSARY History of MINI-Z
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MINI-Z 20th Anniversary.

“KYOSHO MINI-Z
20th ANNIVERSRARY 1999 ~2020”

Born on 25th December 1999, the MINI-Z is celebrating its 20th anniversary.
Did you own any of these models?

  • 1999 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    1999 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    The Mini-Z Racer is released!

    The world’s first palm-top RC Car is born.

    MINI-Z RACER MR-01 chassis

    MINI-Z RACER MR-01 chassis

    1999 BODY WORKS

    1999 BODY WORKS

  • 2000 BODY WORKS

    2000 BODY WORKS

    Reproduction of famous German cars!

    BMW / AUDI

    BMW / AUDI

  • 2001 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2001 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    Formula Chassis released!

    Official team-approved complete model

    formula chassis

    formula chassis

    2001 BODY WORKS

    Continuous release of
    Formula machines!

    formula body

    Auto Scale Collection is released!

    AutoScaleCollection

    Diecast-quality bodies can be enjoyed as both display and driving models.

    2001 BODY WORKS

    Continuous release of
    Formula machines!

    formula

    Auto Scale Collection
    is released!

    Diecast-quality bodies can be enjoyed as both display and driving models.

    AutoScaleCollection

    DTM Machine released!

    DTM

    DTM

    GT Championship series released!

    GT

    GT

  • 2002 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2002 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    Cross-country chassis
    ‘Overland’ released!

    Equipped with long stroke suspension for performance over uneven surfaces.

    MINI-Z OVERLAND chassis

    MINI-Z OVERLAND chassis

    2002 BODY WORKS LAND CRUISER / MITSUBISHI PAJERO / Mercedes Benz
    2002 BODY WORKS LAND CRUISER / MITSUBISHI PAJERO / Mercedes Benz

    “Initial D” anime models released!

    INITIAL-D

    INITIAL-D

  • 2003 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2003 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    Phenomenal racing potential of the
    MR-02 is unleashed!

    Compatible with Supercar bodies unable to be mounted on the MR-01.

    MINI-Z RACER MR-02 chassis

    MINI-Z RACER MR-02 chassis

    2003 BODY WORKS
    2003 BODY WORKS

    Model version of the Enzo Ferrari.

    Excellent driving performance, just like the real car!

    DTM

    DTM

    MINI-Z Monster released!

    Power over obstacles with large and fat rubber pneumatic tires.

    MINI-Z MONSTER chassis

    MINI-Z MONSTER chassis

    2003 BODY WORKS
    2003 BODY WORKS

    MAD FORCE

    DODGE RAM

  • 2004 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2004 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    Based on the MR-02, the MR-015
    chassis for narrow bodies is released!

    MINI-Z RACER MR-015 chassis

    MINI-Z RACER MR-015 chassis

    2004 BODY WORKS
    2004 BODY WORKS

    Modelled on the Minivan!

    TOYOTA / HONDA

    TOYOTA / HONDA

  • 2005 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2005 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    The long awaited
    AWD Chassis released!

    MINI-Z OVERLAND chassis

    MINI-Z OVERLAND chassis

    2005 BODY WORKS
    2005 BODY WORKS

    Is this the final Skyline?

    4-wheel drive power, just like the real car

    NISSAN SKYLINE
    NISSAN SKYLINE
    2005 CHASSIS EVOLUTION
    2005 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    The MINI-Z Formula Boat
    released!

  • 2006 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2006 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    Compact cars debut
    with the MINI-Z Lit!

    MINI-Z Lit chassis

    MINI-Z Lit chassis

    Quick battery charger with
    streetlight diorama

  • 2007 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2007 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    IC Tag Lap Counter

    IC TAG LAP COUNTER

    IC TAG LAP COUNTER

    Connect this lap counter to a personal computer for easy at-home lap time measurement of small RC cars mounted with IC tags.

    2007 BODY WORKS
    2007 BODY WORKS

    MINI-Z NASCAR
    released!

    American racing culture
    condensed
    into MINI-Z model scale.

    NASCAR05 Ford / NASCAR06 Chevrolet
    NASCAR05 Ford / NASCAR06 Chevrolet
  • 2008 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2008 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    Ultimate chassis based on the
    MR-02 is launched!

    High-performance combination of low center of gravity,
    large capacity amp and 2.4GHz band control.

    MINI-Z RACER MR-02 LM chassis

    MINI-Z RACER MR-02 LM chassis

    2008 BODY WORKS
    2008 BODY WORKS

    Legendary machines
    from the past!

    PORSCHE 962 / MAZDA 787B
    PORSCHE 962 / MAZDA 787B

    Drift model makes its debut!

    Equipped with special tires for drift driving.

    Formula-D

    Formula-D

  • 2009 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2009 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    A fully remodeled next
    generation MINI-Z released!

    All body styles can be fitted.
    MM/RM/HM motor cases produce different
    running styles.

    MINI-Z RACER MR-03 chassis

    MINI-Z RACER MR-03 chassis

    2009 BODY WORKS
    2009 BODY WORKS

    SAUBER Mercedes C9 / MINI Cooper S / KYOSHO MAKERS OKABE JIDOSHA RX-7

    SAUBER Mercedes C9 / MINI Cooper S / KYOSHO MAKERS OKABE JIDOSHA RX-7

  • 2010 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2010 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    Second collaboration
    with Alice Motors!

    ALICE MOTORS Lancer Evolution X

    ALICE MOTORS Lancer Evolution X

  • 2011 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2011 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    High-performance buggy
    released!

    Features slipper clutch to protect the drive gears.
    Equipped with full double wishbone suspension system
    supported by oil-filled shocks.

    MINI-Z Buggy MB-010 chassis

    MINI-Z Buggy MB-010 chassis

    2011 BODY WORKS
    2011 BODY WORKS

    OPTIMA / INFERNO MP9

    OPTIMA / INFERNO MP9

  • 2012 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2012 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    MINI-Z Moto Racer released!

    Adjustable E-gyro brings amazing 2-wheel action to life.

    MOTO RACER

    MOTO RACER

    Electronic component
    technology evolves!

    Introducing the brushless motor!

  • 2013 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2013 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    A model that brings the fun
    of the MINI-Z to even more people!

    MINI-Z SPORTS MR-03 SPORTS chassis

    MINI-Z SPORTS MR-03 SPORTS chassis

    In addition to the standard DWS,
    the AWD incorporated the
    front suspension of the MR-03!

    2013 BODY WORKS
    2013 BODY WORKS

    TOYOTA 86 / CITROEN DS3

    TOYOTA 86 / CITROEN DS3

  • 2014 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2014 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    Evolution keeps pace with the
    latest devices!

    MINI-Z SPORTS AWD MA-020 SPORTS chassis

    MINI-Z SPORTS AWD MA-020 SPORTS chassis

    MA-020 gets brushless motor power!

    MINI-Z AWD 2.4GHz MA-020VE chassis

    MINI-Z AWD 2.4GHz MA-020VE chassis

    2014 BODY WORKS
    2014 BODY WORKS

    KYOSHO JKB86 / NISSAN SILVIA

    KYOSHO JKB86 / NISSAN SILVIA

  • 2015 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2015 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    Dramatically upgraded receiver board
    heralds the introduction
    of the second generation!

    MINI-Z SPORTS2 MR-03 SPORTS2 chassis

    MINI-Z SPORTS2 MR-03 SPORTS2 chassis

    2015 BODY WORKS
    2015 BODY WORKS

    Body optimizes balance between
    lightweight and low center of
    gravity!

    MAZDA ROADSTER / EPSON NSX

    MAZDA ROADSTER / EPSON NSX

    PRO version boasts an
    ultra high response!

    MINI-Z MR-03VE PRO chassis

    MINI-Z MR-03VE PRO chassis

    Realizes super-fast
    response that is 16-times
    the speed of the ASF and
    4-times the speed of KO.

  • 2016 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2016 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    PRO specifications evolve with the
    latest AWD chassis!

    2016 BODY WORKS
    2016 BODY WORKS

    NISSAN Silvia / NISSAN 180SX

    NISSAN Silvia / NISSAN 180SX

  • 2017 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2017 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    Classic rear wheel drive
    standard MR-03 model!

    Separate control of turning and drive axis makes
    steering easy,
    just like a full-size car.

    2017 BODY WORKS
    2017 BODY WORKS

    The magnificent MINI-Z Porsche!

    Porsche 911 GT3 RS

    Porsche 911 GT3 RS

    A front wheel drive MINI-Z is
    developed!

    Superior stability compared to rear wheel drive cars,
    just like a full-size car.

    2017 BODY WORKS
    2017 BODY WORKS

    MAZDA DEMIO / TOYOTA PRIUS

    MAZDA DEMIO / TOYOTA PRIUS

  • 2018 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2018 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    First MINI-Z is released!

    First MINI-Z

    First MINI-Z

    New chassis set with
    separate receiver unit allowing
    selection of transmitter is released!

    MINI-Z EVO compatible Receiver unit

    MINI-Z EVO compatible Receiver unit

    MINI-Z EVO compatible
    Receiver unit released

    2018 BODY WORKS
    2018 BODY WORKS

    MINI-Z realizes the rematch
    at Nürburgring!

    Honda CIVIC Type R / RENAULT MEGANE R.S.

    Honda CIVIC Type R / RENAULT MEGANE R.S.

  • 2019 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2019 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    A brand-new chassis set
    for the AWD!

    2019 BODY WORKS
    2019 BODY WORKS

    Body quality is like a diecast car!

    McLaren P1 GTR / Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

    McLaren P1 GTR / Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

    Classic AWD standard MA-020 model!

    MINI-Z AWD MA-020 chassis

    MINI-Z AWD MA-020 chassis

  • 2020 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    2020 CHASSIS EVOLUTION

    Completely new design 4x4 chassis
    combines rock-crawling capability with
    high-quality body construction

    Completely new design 4x4 chassis

    Completely new design 4x4 chassis

    2016 BODY WORKS
    2016 BODY WORKS

    Toyota 4Runner / SUZUKI Jimny Sierra

    Toyota 4Runner / SUZUKI Jimny Sierra