Caterpillar C13 12.5 DPF 428hp (315kW) 2237Nm — Stage 1 file (+67 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Caterpillar C13 12.5 DPF 428hp (315kW) 2237Nm
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Chip tuning for Caterpillar C13 12.5 DPF 428hp (315kW) 2237Nm ECU
Caterpillar C13 (I) 12.5 DPF 428hp (315kW) 2237Nm — industrial diesel engine of the agricultural segment of the Caterpillar Inc. group (США, 1925). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 428 to 495 hp (+67 hp, +16%) and torque from 2237 to 2545 Nm (+308 Nm).
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Frequently asked questions
How many horsepower does the Caterpillar C13 12.5 DPF 428hp (315kW) 2237Nm reach after a remap?
The Stage 1 gain for the Caterpillar C13 12.5 DPF 428hp (315kW) 2237Nm is 67 hp (+16%) over the stock 428 hp, for a total of 495 hp. Torque rises from 2237 to 2545 Nm (+308 Nm).
What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Caterpillar C13?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Caterpillar C13 is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +67 hp with no hardware changes.
What is the Stage 1 potential of the Caterpillar C13 12.5 DPF 428hp (315kW) 2237Nm?
Stage 1 for the Caterpillar C13 12.5 DPF 428hp (315kW) 2237Nm unlocks the potential built in by the factory but artificially capped to meet mass-market targets. A base of 750-800 hp is achievable once hardware is added.
How much does Stage 2 add on the Caterpillar C13?
Stage 2 on the Caterpillar C13 12.5 DPF 428hp (315kW) 2237Nm means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
What happens to the Caterpillar C13 warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Caterpillar C13 does not remain valid after Stage 1 — the manufacturer withdraws its obligations once the ECU software is changed. CHIPOK provides its own warranty on its work and support.
How long does remapping the Caterpillar C13 take?
On the Caterpillar C13 12.5 DPF 428hp (315kW) 2237Nm: OBD flash 25-30 minutes, Bench (if required) about an hour. The file processing itself takes 5-30 minutes once the original bin is received.
Is the original file kept when chip tuning the Caterpillar C13?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Caterpillar C13 12.5 DPF 428hp (315kW) 2237Nm is kept and can be flashed back at any time. Returning to stock via OBD takes 25-30 minutes.
What is the price of a Stage 1 remap for the Caterpillar C13?
Stage 1 for the Caterpillar C13 12.5 DPF 428hp (315kW) 2237Nm is paid for with CHIPOK credits (1 cr = 1 €). The final amount is set in the calculator, taking the extra options (off functions) into account.