CARF-Models BOLT — Legacy Reinvented

The CARF-Models BOLT builds on an almost 15-year legacy that began with the legendary Lightning. In its day, the Lightning redefined the sport-jet category in size, speed, prefabrication quality, and durability. Its evolution, the UltraLightning, introduced swept wings with highly aerodynamic tips along with enlarged swept stabilizers and fin — quickly earning a top position among the world’s fastest high-performance sport jets.

Today, the BOLT proudly carries this heritage forward.

It retains the perfectly optimized wing and stabilizer design that made its predecessor famous, while introducing a greatly refined fuselage featuring innovative engineering solutions. One highlight is the large, easily removable canopy hatch with an integrated nose section. Combined with the clear canopy and detailed cockpit deck, the aircraft’s sleek lines are both functional and visually stunning.

At CARF-Models, one principle has always guided development: “Form Follows Function.” Every aircraft is designed, produced, tested, and flown in-house by a passionate and ever-growing team.

With the BOLT, however, another philosophy was equally embraced:

“What looks good, flies good.”Visionaries like Colani, Rutan, and Pecorari have proven this to the world — and the BOLT is living proof.

And yes… it looks as good as it flies.

ARF Kit — Key Features

As expected from a latest-generation CARF design, the BOLT integrates numerous advanced features:

• Fully removable nose/canopy sectionThe complete nose blends seamlessly into the canopy and turtle deck, sliding off in one piece to open the entire fuselage. Beneath it sits a dual carbon boom structure supporting nose gear and batteries — also removable via two bolts.
• Transport-friendly designAll components are under 2 meters in length, allowing worldwide shipping without oversize costs — and making transport possible even in a station wagon or sedan despite the model’s impressive assembled size.
• Enhanced flap systemEnlarged flaps combined with a slight crow mix dramatically improve landing efficiency, while all control surfaces are optimized for the perfect balance between maneuverability and high-speed flutter resistance.
• Fully ducted turbine installationRounded intake lips follow the constant area rule to the turbine face. A two-part carbon bypass houses the partially double-walled stainless thrust tube, removable as one unit through the tailcone. The long tail moment ensures superb tracking and smooth authority.
• Clean RC installationAll electronics mount on a horizontal carbon board in the forward fuselage, allowing ultra-clean wiring and plumbing routed neatly below the tray.
• Aerodynamic refinementCFD-designed wing tips, a low-unhedral horizontal stab, and the clear canopy with cockpit deck deliver both stunning looks and outstanding roll and knife-edge performance.

Carbon Production

Carbon composites are used in all structurally critical areas, resulting in exceptional rigidity and strength — creating an airframe that feels virtually unbreakable in flight.

Fuel System

• Dual Kevlar saddle tanks: 6.1 L total
• Central smoke tank: 2 L

All tanks are conformal to the fuselage and ducting for optimal space use while remaining easily removable. The optional lightweight spiral-reinforced stainless thrust tube and matched Kevlar tanks are highly recommended. (UAT sold separately.)

Landing Gear

The BOLT features perfectly matched Electron retracts with full gear doors:

• Pre-installed, carbon-reinforced mounting frames
• Factory-hinged doors
• Magnetic door locks
• Servo-operated sequencing
• Massive interlocking carbon wing tube system
• Carbon-reinforced nose gear mount

No compromises — clean aerodynamics at any speed.

Flying Characteristics

From the moment the BOLT lifts off, it feels at home in the sky.

Acceleration is relentless, and once gear and flaps retract, the jet transforms into one of the smoothest sport jets imaginable.

Vertical climbs, fast axial rolls, endless loops, and ultra-low high-speed passes feel effortless. The faster it flies, the smoother it becomes — a hallmark of its ultra-stiff structure, optimized airfoil, precise control geometry, and long tail moment.

Throttle back to idle and the BOLT will glide for multiple circuits, slicing through the air with a distinctive turbine whistle.

Slow flight? Equally impressive. Flaps down, stable approaches, and predictable landings are complemented by excellent ground handling thanks to the wide gear stance.

You’ll be planning the next sortie before taxiing back.

Specifications

• Wingspan: 110" (2800 mm)

• Length: 94" (2400 mm)

• Weight:

  • Dry: 36 lbs (17 kg)

  • Fully loaded: 55 lbs (25 kg)

• Turbine class: 220 – 260 N

• Servos required:

  • 10 × 20 mm standard digital

  • 1 × 15 mm mini digital

Personal Touch — at Aerobertics

At Aerobertics, we see the CARF-Models BOLT as more than just a sport jet — it’s the perfect fusion of legacy engineering and modern composite excellence.

What we particularly love is how accessible such extreme performance becomes. The transport-friendly breakdown, clean installation layout, and factory-prepared gear system make the build as enjoyable as the flying.

Whether you’re stepping up from your first turbine model or adding a high-speed thoroughbred to your fleet, the BOLT delivers that rare combination of:

• Head-turning ramp presence
• Confidence-inspiring flight behavior
• True high-performance speed envelope

In short… a jet that looks fast standing still — and flies even better.