Mercedes-Benz Trucks Actros 1996-2002 530 530bhp remap figures
Stock, this 1996-2002 Mercedes-Benz Trucks Actros diesel (15.9L) produces 530bhp and 2400Nm. Our expected figures for a Stage 1 remap are 615bhp and 2765Nm, an expected gain of up to 85bhp and 365Nm.
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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 | 530 bhp | 615 bhp | +85 bhp |
| Torque | 2400 Nm | 2765 Nm | +365 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 530 bhp | 2400 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 615 bhp | 2765 Nm | +85 bhp +365 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 594 bhp | 2736 Nm | +64 bhp +336 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 587 bhp | 2718 Nm | +57 bhp +318 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.
The ECU recorded for this variant is a Temic. 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 530 530bhp?
We expect 615bhp and 2765Nm against 530bhp and 2400Nm as standard: up to +85bhp and +365Nm. 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 530 530bhp?
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: 594bhp and 2736Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 587bhp and 2718Nm. Both still sit above the standard 530bhp and 2400Nm.
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
- 540 537bhp 2003-2005
- 510 510bhp 2011>
- 550 551bhp 2004-2009
- 500 503bhp 2003-2005
- 570 571bhp 1996-2002
- 580 578bhp 2003-2005
- 480 480bhp 1996-2002
- 480 476bhp 2004-2009
- 600 598bhp 2004-2009
- 460 455bhp 2004-2009
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