Volvo Trucks FH 13 540hp 12.8L Remap

Name: Volvo Trucks FH 13 540hp 12.8L ECU Remap
Brand: Volvo Trucks

Expected gains of +80 BHP and +350 Nm torque

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BHP+80 hp (15%)

Standard

540 hp

Tuned

620 hp

Torque+350 Nm (13%)

Standard

2600 Nm

Tuned

2950 Nm

Suitability

Good (6/10)

Gains Profile

Balanced

Headroom

Medium

Volvo Trucks FH 13 540hp 12.8L ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your Volvo Trucks FH 13 540hp 12.8L? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2009 --> Euro 5 diesel engine from 540 BHP to 620 BHP and from 2600 Nm to 2950 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 6/10 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

6thof 22 Volvo Trucks FH engines by power gain
95%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
98%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 540hp 12.8L is a 2.8L turbocharged diesel engine producing 540 BHP and 2600 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 620 BHP and 2950 Nm — a gain of around 80 BHP (15%) and 350 Nm (13%).

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 400hp 12.8L	400 → 475	+75	2000 → 2375	+375	Good (6.5/10)
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)
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 540hp 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.