Mercedes-Benz Trucks Actros 1996-2002 480 480bhp remap figures
The Mercedes-Benz Trucks Actros 480 480bhp (1996-2002) is a diesel 15.9L model making 480bhp and 2300Nm as standard. After a Stage 1 ECU remap we expect 555bhp and 2650Nm - up to 75bhp and 350Nm more than stock.
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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 | 480 bhp | 555 bhp | +75 bhp |
| Torque | 2300 Nm | 2650 Nm | +350 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 480 bhp | 2300 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 555 bhp | 2650 Nm | +75 bhp +350 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 536 bhp | 2622 Nm | +56 bhp +322 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 530 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
Diesel remaps work mainly on boost pressure, fuel delivery and torque limiters, which is why the Nm gain is usually the figure you feel in everyday driving, particularly when overtaking or towing.
This car is listed with a Temic engine control 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 480bhp?
We expect 555bhp and 2650Nm against 480bhp and 2300Nm as standard: up to +75bhp 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 480bhp?
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: 536bhp and 2622Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 530bhp and 2605Nm. Both still sit above the standard 480bhp 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 476bhp 2004-2009
- 500 503bhp 2003-2005
- 460 455bhp 2004-2009
- 510 510bhp 2011>
- 440 435bhp 2004-2009
- 530 530bhp 1996-2002
- 430 428bhp 2004-2009
- 540 537bhp 2003-2005
- 550 551bhp 2004-2009
- 410 408bhp 2004-2009
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