The Firebolt

The Firebolt is a world-class broomstick. It was the fastest at the time of its production, and was released in 1993. In time, the Firebolt broomstick was used in the Bulgarian and Irish International Quidditch teams.

It is capable of going from knot to 150 mph in ten seconds. The Firebolt also boasts an unbreakable Braking Charm, superb balance and precision, and hovers at reasonable mounting height when let go. By 1994, the Firebolt was the fastest broomstick on Earth.

The handle is made of polished ebony, and the twigs can be made out of either Birch or Hazel depending on the customer's preference. Birch twigs offer more "oomph" when ascending, which hazel provides more precision and turning. The metal parts of the broom are goblin-made ironwork, a first for a broomstick, which increases stability and power in adverse conditions and prevents slippage on the foot grips. Every Firebolt includes a golden registration number.

The Firebolt was first developed Randolph Spudmore around 1993, at a time when brooms made by the Nimbus Racing Broom Company dominated the market. Twelve months after its release, the Firebolt was the highest-selling racing broom of that time, beating out the Nimbus 2000 and 2001.