Mercedes-Benz Trucks Actros 2004-2009 480 476bhp remap figures
Thinking of remapping a Mercedes-Benz Trucks Actros 480 476bhp? The standard car makes 476bhp and 2300Nm; with a Stage 1 remap from our Leicester workshop we expect around 550bhp and 2650Nm, up to +74bhp and +350Nm.
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Stage 1 remap figures
A Stage 1 remap is a software-only change to the ECU on an otherwise standard car. It needs no extra parts, which makes it the usual starting point.
| Stock | Vanguard expected | Expected gain, up to | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 476 bhp | 550 bhp | +74 bhp |
| Torque | 2300 Nm | 2650 Nm | +350 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 476 bhp | 2300 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 550 bhp | 2650 Nm | +74 bhp +350 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 532 bhp | 2622 Nm | +56 bhp +322 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 526 bhp | 2605 Nm | +50 bhp +305 Nm |
Who is the Stage 1 map for?
- Drivers who want stronger pulling power for overtaking, hills and towing, with no parts to fit.
- Daily and motorway drivers who want the engine to feel less strained at cruising speed.
- Anyone who wants the biggest software-only change we list for this engine.
What this means for your Actros
On a diesel the biggest change is normally torque: the remap changes how much fuel and boost the ECU allows across the rev range, so pulling power arrives earlier and holds on longer.
Engine management is by a Temic unit. Older engine management is simpler to work with, but age matters: worn sensors, leaks and tired components can hold back what a remap delivers, which is why we run a diagnostic check first.
We remap at our Belgrave Gate workshop in Leicester, or at your home or work within 30 miles, and every job starts with a diagnostic check.
Please note: these are expected figures, not guarantees. Real results vary with the condition of the vehicle, the ECU software version, fuel quality and the hardware fitted. Some options - including Stage 2 and anything that needs extra hardware - are for off-road or competition use only. We check every vehicle first and confirm what is achievable before any work starts.
Figures reviewed 22 October 2026.
Stage 1 questions
How much power does the Stage 1 map give the Mercedes-Benz Trucks Actros 480 476bhp?
We expect 550bhp and 2650Nm against 476bhp and 2300Nm as standard: up to +74bhp and +350Nm. These are expected figures, and we confirm what is achievable on your own car after a diagnostic check.
Does a Stage 1 remap need any extra parts on the Mercedes-Benz Trucks Actros 480 476bhp?
No. Stage 1 is a software-only change to the ECU on an otherwise standard car.
Is there a gentler map than Stage 1 for this engine?
Yes, two. Stage 1 Eco is performance with economy in mind: 532bhp and 2622Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 526bhp and 2605Nm. Both still sit above the standard 476bhp and 2300Nm.
Do I need to tell my insurer about a remap?
Yes. A remap is a modification, so you should declare it to your insurer.
More Mercedes-Benz Trucks Actros figures
Other diesel variants
- 480 480bhp 1996-2002
- 460 455bhp 2004-2009
- 500 503bhp 2003-2005
- 510 510bhp 2011>
- 440 435bhp 2004-2009
- 430 428bhp 2004-2009
- 530 530bhp 1996-2002
- 540 537bhp 2003-2005
- 410 408bhp 2004-2009
- 550 551bhp 2004-2009
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