Mercedes Actros 360 360hp (265kW) 1850Nm — Stage 1 file (+55 hp)

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Chip tuning for Mercedes Actros 360 360hp (265kW) 1850Nm ECU

Mercedes Actros (I (1995+)) 360 360hp (265kW) 1850Nm — premium diesel engine of the commercial segment of the Mercedes-Benz Group AG (Mercedes-Benz, AMG, Maybach, Smart, EQ) group (Германия, 1926). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 360 to 415 hp (+55 hp, +15%) and torque from 1850 to 2130 Nm (+280 Nm). The 1995 generation — first-generation CDI/TDI/HDi diesels with relatively simple ECU protection; OBD reading works directly.

Smart is Mercedes's city sub-brand, historically running Mitsubishi and Renault engines. Karl Benz is credited as the inventor of the automobile with the 1886 Patent-Motorwagen. The Mercedes three-pointed star symbolises dominance on land, at sea and in the air. Mercedes diesel engines are fitted to passenger cars and commercial vehicles. BlueTEC is Mercedes's proprietary exhaust after-treatment system with an SCR catalyst and AdBlue. Top Mercedes diesels sit at the power ceiling of the diesel segment, and Stage 2 requires hardware.

The Mercedes community in Europe has a large pool of available Stage files for the standard models. Stage 1 on Mercedes often requires refreshing the adaptations after the flash. In the Mercedes commercial segment, Stage 1 focuses on torque. Brabus is a premium alternative to AMG for the top models. AMG Performance Studio is Mercedes's in-house tuning studio for bespoke projects. Bench reading is a mandatory procedure for modern AMG models. Top AMG engines sit at the Mercedes power ceiling, and the gain is significant.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Stage 1 effect on the Mercedes Actros 360 360hp (265kW) 1850Nm?

After Stage 1 the power of the Mercedes Actros 360 360hp (265kW) 1850Nm rises from 360 to 415 hp, a gain of 55 hp (+15%). Torque rises from 1850 to 2130 Nm (+280 Nm).

How does Stage 1 differ from stock on the Mercedes Actros?

Stage 1 is a software optimization of the factory ECU firmware of the Mercedes Actros with no hardware changes. The injection, boost, ignition-timing and torque maps are reprogrammed. The gain is +55 hp with no hardware changes.

Does Stage 1 make sense on the Mercedes Actros 360 360hp (265kW) 1850Nm with this much power?

Stage 1 for the Mercedes Actros 360 360hp (265kW) 1850Nm 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 Mercedes Actros 360 360hp (265kW) 1850Nm?

Stage 2 on the Mercedes Actros 360 360hp (265kW) 1850Nm means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.

Does the factory warranty of the Mercedes Actros remain valid after Stage 1?

After remapping the Mercedes Actros, 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 Mercedes Actros?

Reading and writing via OBD takes 25-30 minutes on the Mercedes Actros. 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 Mercedes Actros?

Before Stage 1 the original of the Mercedes Actros 360 360hp (265kW) 1850Nm is read out and saved — returning to the factory state is possible at any time.

How much does chip tuning the Mercedes Actros 360 360hp (265kW) 1850Nm cost?

The remap price for the Mercedes Actros 360 360hp (265kW) 1850Nm 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