Volvo Trucks FH 12 500hp Remap

Name: Volvo Trucks FH 12 500hp ECU Remap
Brand: Volvo Trucks

Expected gains of +95 BHP and +400 Nm torque

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BHP+95 hp (19%)

Standard

500 hp

Tuned

595 hp

Torque+400 Nm (17%)

Standard

2400 Nm

Tuned

2800 Nm

Suitability

Good (6.5/10)

Gains Profile

Balanced

Headroom

Medium

Volvo Trucks FH 12 500hp ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your Volvo Trucks FH 12 500hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this Euro 3 Euro 4 -->2006 diesel engine from 500 BHP to 595 BHP and from 2400 Nm to 2800 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

1stof 22 Volvo Trucks FH engines by power gain
98%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 12 500hp is a turbocharged diesel engine producing 500 BHP and 2400 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 595 BHP and 2800 Nm — a gain of around 95 BHP (19%) and 400 Nm (17%).

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.

Considerations: High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.. Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.

Fuel economy note: possible improvement with conservative driving.

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.

Considerations

!High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.

!Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.

Other FH Euro 3 Euro 4 -->2006 Engines

Engine	BHP	Gain	Torque	Gain	Score
12 380hp	380 → 450	+70	1850 → 2200	+350	Good (6.5/10)
13 400hp Euro4	400 → 475	+75	2000 → 2375	+375	Good (6.5/10)
12 420hp	420 → 500	+80	2000 → 2450	+450	Good (7.5/10)
13 440hp Euro4	440 → 520	+80	2200 → 2575	+375	Good (6.5/10)
12 460hp	460 → 550	+90	2200 → 2650	+450	Good (7.5/10)
13 480hp Euro4	480 → 550	+70	2400 → 2775	+375	Good (6.5/10)
13 520hp Euro4	520 → 600	+80	2500 → 2875	+375	Good (6.5/10)
16 550hp Euro3	550 → 640	+90	2500 → 2900	+400	Good (6.5/10)
16 580hp Euro3	580 → 660	+80	2800 → 3150	+350	Good (6/10)
16 610hp Euro3	610 → 700	+90	2800 → 3230	+430	Good (6.5/10)
16 660hp Euro3	660 → 740	+80	3100 → 3450	+350	Good (6/10)

Technical Specifications

Fuel Type: Diesel
Aspiration: Turbocharged
Type: Commercial
Engine Family: Volvo Trucks 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

GenerationEuro 3 Euro 4 -->2006

Engine12 500hp

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.