Cummins QSX 485 14.95L 494hp (363kW) 2365Nm — Stage 1 file (+86 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Cummins QSX 485 14.95L 494hp (363kW) 2365Nm
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Chip tuning for Cummins QSX 485 14.95L 494hp (363kW) 2365Nm ECU
Cummins QSX (I) 485 14.95L 494hp (363kW) 2365Nm — industrial diesel engine of the commercial segment of the Cummins Inc. group (США, 1919). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 494 to 580 hp (+86 hp, +17%) and torque from 2365 to 2725 Nm (+360 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 CM850/CM870/CM2350 ECUs are a proprietary platform. DPF/SCR with AdBlue is standard on modern Cummins engines. The Cummins B-Series, ISX and QSB are the main engine families.
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 US Cummins community is the world's largest for Dodge Ram and heavy trucks. The top Cummins ISX engines mark the power ceiling of the American truck segment.
Frequently asked questions
How many horsepower does the Cummins QSX 485 14.95L 494hp (363kW) 2365Nm reach after a remap?
The Stage 1 gain for the Cummins QSX 485 14.95L 494hp (363kW) 2365Nm is 86 hp (+17%) over the stock 494 hp, for a total of 580 hp. Torque rises from 2365 to 2725 Nm (+360 Nm).
What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Cummins QSX?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Cummins QSX is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +86 hp with no hardware changes.
What is the Stage 1 potential of the Cummins QSX 485 14.95L 494hp (363kW) 2365Nm?
Stage 1 for the Cummins QSX 485 14.95L 494hp (363kW) 2365Nm 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 QSX?
Stage 2 on the Cummins QSX 485 14.95L 494hp (363kW) 2365Nm means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
What happens to the Cummins QSX warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Cummins QSX 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 QSX take?
On the Cummins QSX 485 14.95L 494hp (363kW) 2365Nm: 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 QSX?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Cummins QSX 485 14.95L 494hp (363kW) 2365Nm 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 QSX?
Stage 1 for the Cummins QSX 485 14.95L 494hp (363kW) 2365Nm 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.