The Nimbus 2000 was produced by the Nimbus Racing Broom Company as part of their successful line of racing brooms. Launched in 1991, it was, at the time, the fastest broom in production. The Nimbus 2000 easily outperformed its competitors on the Quidditch field until it was replaced by the superior Nimbus 2001, from the same company. The broom handle is made of mahogany.