BQ Mobile Hornet Max Pro BQ-1085L Firmware Flash File Download [Stock Rom]
The BQ Mobile BQ-1085L Hornet Max Pro is a 10.1-inch rugged tablet known for its large 6000 mAh battery and 4G LTE support. However, this model presents a significant challenge for software repair due to an unusually high number of different hardware revisions released under the same name. Users frequently encounter issues with unresponsive touchscreens after updates, specific app compatibility problems (like with WhatsApp), and general system instability. This guide provides a comprehensive collection of over ten different official firmware builds to help users find the specific file that matches their hardware and resolve these complex issues.
⚠️ CRUCIAL WARNING: Numerous Incompatible Hardware Revisions
This tablet model has many hardware versions, especially with different touchscreen panels (e.g., from manufacturers like BOE). Flashing the wrong firmware for your specific hardware **will likely result in a non-working touchscreen or a blank display**. There is no single “best” firmware; you must find the one that matches your hardware, which may require trial and error. This process will also erase all your data.
⚠️ Prerequisites: Before You Begin
Click Here for the Essential Pre-Flashing Checklist
- Backup Your Data: All personal data, apps, and files will be permanently deleted.
- Charge The Battery: To prevent shutdown during flashing, ensure the tablet is charged to at least 50%.
- Windows PC & USB Cable: You will need a Windows computer and a micro USB data cable.
📱 Quick Device Specifications
- Device
- BQ Mobile BQ-1085L Hornet Max Pro
- Chipset
- UNISOC SC9832E
- Display
- 10.1″ IPS LCD (1280×800)
- Operating System
- Android 8.1 Oreo (Go Edition)
- RAM
- 2GB
- Storage
- 16GB
- Battery
- 6000 mAh
🛠 Required Tools & Downloads
| File / Tool | Download Link |
|---|---|
| SPD Upgrade Tool | Download Tool |
| UNISOC/SPD SCI USB Drivers | Download Drivers |
⬇️ BQ Mobile BQ-1085L Hornet Max Pro Stock ROM / Firmware
Due to the high number of revisions, the firmware is split into two categories. Start with the newest general build. If your touchscreen doesn’t work after flashing, try one of the special hardware builds.
General Firmware Builds
| Build Date | Android Version | Download Link |
|---|---|---|
| 2020-09-24 | 8.1 Oreo (Go) | Download |
| 2020-05-14 | 8.1 Oreo (Go) | Download |
| 2020-05-12 | 8.1 Oreo (Go) | Download |
| 2020-04-24 | 8.1 Oreo (Go) | Download |
| 2020-03-18 | 8.1 Oreo (Go) | Download |
| 2020-02-22 | 8.1 Oreo (Go) | Download |
| 2019-09-20 | 8.1 Oreo (Go) | Download |
| 2019-09-16 | 8.1 Oreo (Go) | Download |
| 2019-05-31 | 8.1 Oreo (Go) | Download |
Firmware for Specific Hardware or Issues
| Build Purpose | Build Date | Download Link |
|---|---|---|
| For BOE Screen Panels | 2019-11-16 | Download |
| For other LCD Panels | 2019-07-13 | Download |
| To Fix WhatsApp Issues | Unknown | Download |
Quick Steps to Flash BQ-1085L Hornet Max Pro Firmware
- Download and install the SPD SCI USB Drivers on your computer.
- Download your chosen firmware (e.g.,
BQ_Mobile_Hornet_Max_Pro_..._200924_SPD.zip) and extract it to get the.pacfile. - Extract and launch the SPD Upgrade Tool (
UpgradeDownload.exe). - Click the first gear icon (“Load Packet”) and select the
.pacfile you extracted. - Click the play icon (“Start Downloading”). Power off your tablet completely.
- Press and hold the Volume Down button, and while holding it, connect the tablet to the PC. The flashing will start; you can release the button once the progress bar appears.
- A green “Passed” message indicates completion. You can now disconnect and power on your tablet.
For a more detailed, step-by-step guide on this process, please refer to our main tutorial:
👉 Full Tutorial: How to Flash Firmware with the SPD Upgrade Tool
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q1. There are over ten files! Where do I even begin?
- This is a very complex case. Start with the newest “General” build from September 24, 2020. If you flash it and the tablet works correctly, you are done. If the touchscreen does not work, your tablet has a specific screen panel. In that case, try the “BOE” build next, and then the “LCD” build. The process may require trial and error.
- Q2. WhatsApp is not working correctly on my tablet. Which file should I use?
- A special firmware labeled “Fix_WhatsApp” was released to solve this problem. If you are specifically facing issues with WhatsApp calls, notifications, or installation, flashing this particular version is your best option.
- Q3. What do “BOE” and “LCD” in the filenames mean?
- BOE is a well-known manufacturer of display panels. These filenames confirm that BQ used screens from different suppliers in the same tablet model. You must flash the firmware that contains the correct driver for the specific screen your tablet was built with, otherwise, the touch input will not work.
🔧 Device Troubleshooting
- The touchscreen or entire display does not work after flashing: This is the most common and expected problem with this model. It confirms you have flashed a firmware for the wrong hardware revision. The only solution is to power off the tablet and repeat the flashing process using a different firmware file from the list until you find the correct one for your hardware.
- SPD Upgrade Tool gets stuck on “Checking BAUD”: This is a driver or connection error. Ensure the SPD SCI drivers are correctly installed. Use a different USB port and a known-good cable. Critically, make sure the tablet is fully powered off before you press and hold the Volume Down button and connect it.
- The tablet is stuck in a bootloop after a successful flash: The first boot can take 10-15 minutes. If it is still stuck, you must clear old data conflicts. Boot into recovery mode (usually Power + Volume Down), select “Wipe data/factory reset,” and then reboot.
