Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2244Nm — Stage 1 file (+82 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2244Nm
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Chip tuning for Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2244Nm ECU
Cummins ISX (I) 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2244Nm — industrial diesel engine of the commercial segment of the Cummins Inc. group (США, 1919). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 488 to 570 hp (+82 hp, +17%) and torque from 2244 to 2488 Nm (+244 Nm).
Cummins is the world leader in heavy-duty diesel-engine production volume. The Cummins ISX is the flagship for Class 8 heavy trucks. Cummins is an American diesel-engine manufacturer, founded in 1919. The top Cummins ISX marks the power ceiling for American trucks. The Cummins CM850/CM870/CM2350 ECUs are a proprietary platform. DPF/SCR with AdBlue is standard on modern Cummins engines.
Cummins confidently reaches Stage 2 with hardware (turbos, injectors). The Cummins ECU is a locked platform requiring specialised tooling. EFILive, MM3 and MiniMax are the main tools for Cummins (not the standard WinOLS). The top Cummins ISX engines mark the power ceiling of the American truck segment.
Frequently asked questions
What power gain do you get after chip tuning the Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2244Nm?
Stage 1 for the Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2244Nm adds +82 hp — power increases from 488 to 570 hp (+17%). Torque rises from 2244 to 2488 Nm (+244 Nm).
What does a Stage 1 remap of the Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2244Nm include?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Cummins ISX is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +82 hp with no hardware changes.
What is the Stage 1 potential of the Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2244Nm?
On the top-spec Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2244Nm engine, Stage 1 is the starting point before Stage 2 with a downpipe, intake and a larger intercooler. The mass-market factory calibration leaves substantial headroom for an aggressive software tune.
How much does Stage 2 add on the Cummins ISX?
Stage 2 for the Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2244Nm is Stage 1 plus hardware changes: a downpipe, a larger intake and a performance intercooler. The gain is considerably higher, but it requires professional component selection.
What happens to the Cummins ISX warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Cummins ISX 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 Cummins ISX take?
On the Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2244Nm: 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 Cummins ISX?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2244Nm 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 Cummins ISX?
Stage 1 for the Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2244Nm 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.