Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2516Nm — Stage 1 file (+82 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2516Nm
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Chip tuning for Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2516Nm ECU
Cummins ISX (I) 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2516Nm — 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 2516 to 2788 Nm (+272 Nm).
The Cummins ISX is the flagship for Class 8 heavy trucks. Cummins is an American diesel-engine manufacturer, founded in 1919. The Cummins B-Series is an iconic engine line (Dodge Ram, agricultural machinery). The Cummins B-Series, ISX and QSB are the main engine families. The top Cummins ISX marks the power ceiling for American trucks. The Cummins CM850/CM870/CM2350 ECUs are a proprietary platform.
The US Cummins community is the world's largest for Dodge Ram and heavy trucks. Cummins confidently reaches Stage 2 with hardware (turbos, injectors). The Cummins ECU is a locked platform requiring specialised tooling. The top Cummins ISX engines mark the power ceiling of the American truck segment.
Frequently asked questions
How many horsepower does the Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2516Nm reach after a remap?
After Stage 1 the power of the Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2516Nm rises from 488 to 570 hp, a gain of 82 hp (+17%). Torque rises from 2516 to 2788 Nm (+272 Nm).
How does Stage 1 differ from stock on the Cummins ISX?
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) 2516Nm?
Stage 1 for the Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2516Nm 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 Cummins ISX?
Stage 2 on the Cummins ISX 485 14.95L 488hp (359kW) 2516Nm means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
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) 2516Nm: 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) 2516Nm 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) 2516Nm 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.