Mercedes Actros 510 510hp (375kW) 2400Nm — Stage 1 file (+75 hp)

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Chip tuning for Mercedes Actros 510 510hp (375kW) 2400Nm ECU

Mercedes Actros (I (1995+)) 510 510hp (375kW) 2400Nm — 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 510 to 585 hp (+75 hp, +15%) and torque from 2400 to 2760 Nm (+360 Nm). Diesel engines built in 1995 — the era of classic Common Rail without strong encryption.

Maybach is Mercedes's ultra-luxury sub-brand. Mercedes-Benz is the world's oldest carmaker, founded in 1926 by the merger of Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft and Benz & Cie. The Mercedes slogan is 'Das Beste oder nichts' ('The best or nothing'). Mercedes diesels have long been known for legendary reliability, with German taxi fleets running to million-kilometre mileages. Mercedes pioneered CDI (Common-rail Direct Injection) technology on passenger-car diesels, in series production since 1997. Mercedes diesels have long been popular with the German police and taxi services.

Stage 1 on Mercedes often requires refreshing the adaptations after the flash. In the Mercedes commercial segment, Stage 1 focuses on torque. AMG engines confidently reach Stage 2 with a downpipe + intake. Bench reading is a mandatory procedure for modern AMG models. Top AMG engines sit at the Mercedes power ceiling, and the gain is significant. AMG engines are a well-known base once hardware is added (downpipe + intake + intercooler). Brabus is a premium alternative to AMG for the top models.

Frequently asked questions

How many horsepower does the Mercedes Actros 510 510hp (375kW) 2400Nm reach after a remap?

Stage 1 chip tuning on the Mercedes Actros 510 510hp (375kW) 2400Nm boosts engine output by 75 hp: from 510 to 585 hp. Torque rises from 2400 to 2760 Nm (+360 Nm).

What changes in the Mercedes Actros ECU after Stage 1?

Stage 1 chip tuning of the Mercedes Actros is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +75 hp with no hardware changes.

What is the Stage 1 potential of the Mercedes Actros 510 510hp (375kW) 2400Nm?

On the top-spec Mercedes Actros 510 510hp (375kW) 2400Nm 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 Mercedes Actros?

Stage 2 for the Mercedes Actros 510 510hp (375kW) 2400Nm 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 Mercedes Actros warranty after chip tuning?

The factory warranty of the Mercedes Actros 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 Mercedes Actros take?

On the Mercedes Actros 510 510hp (375kW) 2400Nm: 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 Mercedes Actros?

Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Mercedes Actros 510 510hp (375kW) 2400Nm 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 Mercedes Actros?

Stage 1 for the Mercedes Actros 510 510hp (375kW) 2400Nm 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.

Last updated: 01.09.2026 · Source: manufacturer technical documentation · Measurements: CHIPOK dyno