Volvo Trucks FMX 2010> 12.8. EUR 5 D13C 540bhp remap figures
Thinking of remapping a Volvo Trucks FMX 12.8. EUR 5 D13C 540bhp? The standard car makes 540bhp and 2601Nm; with a Stage 1 remap from our Leicester workshop we expect around 605bhp and 2877Nm, up to +65bhp and +276Nm.
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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 | 540 bhp | 605 bhp | +65 bhp |
| Torque | 2601 Nm | 2877 Nm | +276 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 540 bhp | 2601 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 605 bhp | 2877 Nm | +65 bhp +276 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 589 bhp | 2855 Nm | +49 bhp +254 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 584 bhp | 2841 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 FMX
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 E5 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 FMX 12.8. EUR 5 D13C 540bhp?
We expect 605bhp and 2877Nm against 540bhp and 2601Nm 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 FMX 12.8. EUR 5 D13C 540bhp?
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: 589bhp and 2855Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 584bhp and 2841Nm. Both still sit above the standard 540bhp and 2601Nm.
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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