Mercedes-Benz Trucks Actros 2003-2005 540 537bhp remap figures
Thinking of remapping a Mercedes-Benz Trucks Actros 540 537bhp? The standard car makes 537bhp and 2500Nm; with a Stage 1 remap from our Leicester workshop we expect around 625bhp and 2879Nm, up to +88bhp and +379Nm.
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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 | 537 bhp | 625 bhp | +88 bhp |
| Torque | 2500 Nm | 2879 Nm | +379 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 537 bhp | 2500 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 625 bhp | 2879 Nm | +88 bhp +379 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 603 bhp | 2849 Nm | +66 bhp +349 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 596 bhp | 2830 Nm | +59 bhp +330 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.
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 540 537bhp?
We expect 625bhp and 2879Nm against 537bhp and 2500Nm as standard: up to +88bhp and +379Nm. 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 540 537bhp?
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: 603bhp and 2849Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 596bhp and 2830Nm. Both still sit above the standard 537bhp and 2500Nm.
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
- 530 530bhp 1996-2002
- 550 551bhp 2004-2009
- 510 510bhp 2011>
- 500 503bhp 2003-2005
- 570 571bhp 1996-2002
- 580 578bhp 2003-2005
- 480 480bhp 1996-2002
- 480 476bhp 2004-2009
- 600 598bhp 2004-2009
- Black Edition V8 612bhp 2005-2009
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