Volvo Trucks FM13 2010> 12.8l EUR 5 D13C 500bhp remap figures
The Volvo Trucks FM13 12.8l EUR 5 D13C 500bhp (2010>) is a diesel 12.8L model making 500bhp and 2500Nm as standard. After a Stage 1 ECU remap we expect 565bhp and 2776Nm - up to 65bhp and 276Nm 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 | 500 bhp | 565 bhp | +65 bhp |
| Torque | 2500 Nm | 2776 Nm | +276 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 500 bhp | 2500 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 565 bhp | 2776 Nm | +65 bhp +276 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 549 bhp | 2754 Nm | +49 bhp +254 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 544 bhp | 2740 Nm | +44 bhp +240 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 FM13
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 TRW EMS2 engine control unit. We read the ECU on your car and compare it with the software listed here before any work starts, so you know what to expect before you commit.
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 Volvo Trucks FM13 12.8l EUR 5 D13C 500bhp?
We expect 565bhp and 2776Nm against 500bhp and 2500Nm as standard: up to +65bhp and +276Nm. 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 Volvo Trucks FM13 12.8l EUR 5 D13C 500bhp?
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: 549bhp and 2754Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 544bhp and 2740Nm. Both still sit above the standard 500bhp 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.
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