Volvo Trucks FH 13 400hp 12.8L Remap

Name: Volvo Trucks FH 13 400hp 12.8L ECU Remap
Brand: Volvo Trucks

Expected gains of +75 BHP and +375 Nm torque

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BHP+75 hp (19%)

Standard

400 hp

Tuned

475 hp

Torque+375 Nm (19%)

Standard

2000 Nm

Tuned

2375 Nm

Suitability

Good (6.5/10)

Gains Profile

Balanced

Headroom

Medium

Volvo Trucks FH 13 400hp 12.8L ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your Volvo Trucks FH 13 400hp 12.8L? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2009 --> Euro 5 diesel engine from 400 BHP to 475 BHP and from 2000 Nm to 2375 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 6.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Volvo Trucks FH can achieve.

How this engine compares

19thof 22 Volvo Trucks FH engines by power gain
94%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
99%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase

Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.

Assessment

The Volvo Trucks FH 13 400hp 12.8L is a 2.8L turbocharged diesel engine producing 400 BHP and 2000 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 475 BHP and 2375 Nm — a gain of around 75 BHP (19%) and 375 Nm (19%).

This engine has moderate remap suitability, with a balanced spread of gains across both power and torque — providing a noticeable improvement across the rev range. The tuning headroom is classified as moderate, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.

All figures shown are typical estimates based on aggregated Stage 1 data for this engine variant. Actual results depend on vehicle condition, mileage, and the chosen tuning method. We recommend discussing your specific vehicle with a qualified remap professional.

Other FH 2009 --> Euro 5 Engines

Engine	BHP	Gain	Torque	Gain	Score
13 415hp 12.8L	415 → 495	+80	2100 → 2450	+350	Good (6.5/10)
13 440hp 13.0L	440 → 529	+89	2150 → 2580	+430	Good (7.5/10)
13 460hp 12.8L	460 → 540	+80	2300 → 2650	+350	Good (6.5/10)
13 500hp 12.8L	500 → 580	+80	2500 → 2850	+350	Good (6.5/10)
13 540hp 12.8L	540 → 620	+80	2600 → 2950	+350	Good (6/10)
16 540hp 16.1L	540 → 620	+80	2800 → 3150	+350	Good (6/10)
16 600hp 16.1L	600 → 680	+80	2800 → 3150	+350	Good (6/10)
16 700hp 16.1L	700 → 780	+80	3150 → 3700	+550	Good (6/10)
16 750hp 16.1L	750 → 830	+80	3550 → 3900	+350	Good (6/10)

Technical Specifications

Fuel Type: Diesel
Aspiration: Turbocharged
Displacement: 2.8L
Capacity: 12800 CC
Type: Commercial
Engine Family: Volvo Trucks 2.8L Turbo Diesel

ECU & Transmission

Likely ECU Low confidence: Bosch EDC16-era diesel ECU (varies)
Gearbox Low confidence: Transmission varies by trim and market; check manual/automatic type and torque rating. At this torque level, transmission and driveline servicing history becomes especially important.

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MakeVolvo Trucks

ModelFH

Generation2009 --> Euro 5

Engine13 400hp 12.8L

All figures shown are typical estimates based on aggregated Stage 1 data for this engine variant. Actual results depend on vehicle condition, mileage, and the chosen tuning method.

We recommend discussing your specific vehicle with a qualified remap professional before proceeding.