DAF XE 315C 12.6L 428hp (315kW) 1950Nm — Stage 1 file (+67 hp)

or choose step by step
1
Choose a vehicle type

Chip tuning for DAF XE 315C 12.6L 428hp (315kW) 1950Nm ECU

DAF XE (I) 315C 12.6L 428hp (315kW) 1950Nm — commercial diesel engine of the commercial segment of the PACCAR (с 1996) group (Нидерланды, 1928). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 428 to 495 hp (+67 hp, +16%) and torque from 1950 to 2200 Nm (+250 Nm).

DAF specialises in long-haul tractor units and medium-duty trucks. DAF has been part of the American PACCAR group since 1996. DAF is a Dutch truck manufacturer, founded in 1928. Top diesels in long-haul tractors sit at the power ceiling, and Stage 2 requires hardware. Mid-generation truck models use standard OBD read/write. Truck diesels carry an extended set of maps for commercial load, with the focus on torque.

The professional logistics segment tunes for fuel consumption and pulling characteristics. The truck chip tuning community is an industry of its own, focused on long-haul routes. Top MAN units sit at the power ceiling of the European truck segment.

Frequently asked questions

How much horsepower does Stage 1 add for the DAF XE 315C 12.6L 428hp (315kW) 1950Nm?

The Stage 1 gain for the DAF XE 315C 12.6L 428hp (315kW) 1950Nm is 67 hp (+16%) over the stock 428 hp, for a total of 495 hp. Torque rises from 1950 to 2200 Nm (+250 Nm).

What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the DAF XE?

Stage 1 is a software optimization of the factory ECU firmware of the DAF XE with no hardware changes. The injection, boost, ignition-timing and torque maps are reprogrammed. The gain is +67 hp with no hardware changes.

Does Stage 1 make sense on the DAF XE 315C 12.6L 428hp (315kW) 1950Nm with this much power?

Stage 1 for the DAF XE 315C 12.6L 428hp (315kW) 1950Nm 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.

What is Stage 2 for the DAF XE 315C 12.6L 428hp (315kW) 1950Nm?

Stage 2 on the DAF XE 315C 12.6L 428hp (315kW) 1950Nm means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.

Does the factory warranty of the DAF XE remain valid after Stage 1?

After remapping the DAF XE, the official factory warranty on the engine and gearbox is lost (this applies to any manufacturer when the ECU is modified). CHIPOK guarantees the quality of the calibration and free revisions.

How long is the wait for a Stage 1 remap for the DAF XE?

Reading and writing via OBD takes 25-30 minutes on the DAF XE. Bench reading (BDM/JTAG) takes about 60 minutes plus refitting. Remote file processing at CHIPOK takes 5-30 minutes.

How do you roll back to the factory firmware of the DAF XE?

Before Stage 1 the original of the DAF XE 315C 12.6L 428hp (315kW) 1950Nm is read out and saved — returning to the factory state is possible at any time.

How much does chip tuning the DAF XE 315C 12.6L 428hp (315kW) 1950Nm cost?

The remap price for the DAF XE 315C 12.6L 428hp (315kW) 1950Nm is dynamic and is calculated in the CHIPOK calculator based on the selected options. A credit-based payment model, with no subscription fees.

Last updated: 31.08.2026 · Source: manufacturer technical documentation · Measurements: CHIPOK dyno