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MAXXECU GEN2 RACE

Introducing MaxxECU GEN2 RACE – the ultimate engine control system for tuners and racing professionals.

Up to 12 Sequential Cylinders
550 kPa MAP sensor for 4.5 bar / 65 PSI of boost.
Waterproof IP68
WIFI and Bluetooth

MaxxECU GEN2 RACE

When every millisecond matters, on the street, track or dragstrip, the GEN2 RACE gives you access to virtually all engine data, allowing you to fine-tune every aspect for peak performance. It comes with the intuitive MTune software for seamless tuning and real-time monitoring, plus full control with the wireless MDash Android app, taking your setup to the next level.

Up to 12 Sequential Cylinders

Up to 12 cylinders fully sequentially. Up to 12 cylinders in wasted spark.

550 kPa MAP Sensor

Built-in MAP sensor supporting up to 4.5 bar / 65 PSI of boost.

Waterproof IP68

Black powder-coated aluminium case with IP68 water-protection rating.

Selected features

Volumetric efficiency fuel tuning
Boost control (triple stage)
Launch control
Anti-lag with cooldown features
Traction and power management control
Shift cut and sequential gearbox control
Flexfuel
Nitrous with purge and multiple stage control
Knock control
VANOS / VVTi, variable valve timing
Auto trans (4L60/65/80/85E, A340/341/650E)
OEM CAN integrations
DSG / DCT / 8HP CAN gearbox control
Internal log up to 1000Hz
Waterproof IP68
550 kPa MAP sensor (4.5 bar / 65 PSI boost)
16 injector
12 ignition
Dual Wideband Lambda
Dual CAN
Dual knock
WIFI and Bluetooth
Why Choose GEN2 RACE

NEXT GENERATION ENGINE MANAGEMENT

The ultimate ECU for tuners and racing professionals. Up to 12 sequential cylinders with IP68 waterproofing.

12 Sequential Cylinders

Up to 12 cylinders fully sequentially. Up to 12 cylinders in wasted spark.

Knock Control

Dual knock sensor inputs for advanced knock detection and control.

Waterproof IP68

Black powder-coated aluminium case with IP68 water-protection rating.

Dual Wideband Lambda

Dual wideband lambda inputs supporting LSU 5.2/4.9/4.2 sensors.

WIFI and Bluetooth

WIFI and Bluetooth for wireless connectivity. Bluetooth with the MDash app and WiFi tuning with MTune PC software.

Dual CAN Bus

Dual CAN bus for transmission control, expansion modules, OEM vehicle CAN, OBDII.

Technical Details

FULL SPECIFICATIONS

Explore the complete feature list and software capabilities of MaxxECU GEN2 RACE.

Target Engines of MaxxECU GEN2 RACE
  • All 1-12 cylinder engines (2/4-stroke)
  • Up to 12 cylinders fully sequentially
  • Up to 12 cylinders in wasted spark
MaxxECU GEN2 RACE inputs
  • 8 pulse inputs (VR/HALL): 2 with selectable 5/12V power supply, all with selectable pullups.
  • 24 Analog inputs (selectable pullups)
  • 8 Exhaust Gas Temperature inputs (TYPE-K)
  • Dual wideband lambda (LSU 5.2/4.9/4.2)
  • Dual knock sensor input
MaxxECU GEN2 RACE outputs
  • 16 injectors (Peak-hold high/low impedance) / GP outputs
  • 12 IGN / GP outputs (selectable +5V/12V/GND)
  • 8 GP Outputs (GND)
  • 4 GP Outputs (+12V)
  • 4 GP Outputs (H-bridge/E-Throttle)
MaxxECU GEN2 RACE technical
  • Superseal 1.0 connectors
  • 550 kPa MAP sensor (4.5 bar / 65 PSI boost), user-serviceable,with BSP 1/8 thread
  • 3-axis accelerometer (up to 8 G)
  • ARM dual core CPU
  • 6-22V operating voltage
  • 16GB internal log capacity, 1000Hz, all 1600+ channels
  • USB-C 480mbit/s (MTune PC communication)
  • USB-C 12mbit/s (tablet charging).**
  • WIFI communication with MTune and MDash**
  • Bluetooth connectivity with MDash
  • Dual CAN bus for expansion modules, OEM vehicle CAN, OBDII, CAN gearbox control
  • Resolution on ignition: 0.1 degrees
  • Resolution on injectors: 0.001 ms
  • Performs fuel and ignition calculations 3,000 times per second.
  • 200Hz sampling rate on all EGT inputs
  • 2000Hz sampling rate on analog/digital inputs
  • Weight: 700g
  • 240x138x35mm including protruding connectors
  • Black powder-coated aluminium case
  • All inputs and outputs are safeguarded against overvoltage, reverse polarity, and short circuits.
**WIFI and USB Port2 not yet supported for communication
MTune tuning features
MaxxECU trigger support
See supported trigger system in online tech pages.
MaxxECU engine protections
  • EGT fuel correction
  • Lean power cut
  • EGT power cut
  • Rev limit
  • Advanced warning and protection system
  • Lambda fuel correction
MaxxECU auto transmission support
MaxxECU functionality
  • Launch control (up to three stages)
  • Rolling launch
  • Anti-lag using solenoid or E-Throttle
  • Traction control
  • Power management
  • Shift-cut
  • Overrun fuel cut
  • Lambda control (closed loop)
  • Nitrous control
  • AC control
  • Boost control (closed/open loop), extra compensation tables.
  • Boost level switching
  • E-Throttle support
  • VANOS/VVTi support
  • Logging: Internal up to 1000Hz, PC logging 20Hz
  • Built-in error diagnostics and handling
  • Idle control using E-Throttle, idle solenoid, stepper motor or ignition timing
  • Closed loop anti-stall
  • Ignition timing lock for easy synchronization with timing light
  • Flex fuel
MaxxECU advanced features
  • Speed limiters
  • Individual fuel correction per cylinder
  • Injector staging
  • Virtual fuel tank/fuel consumption
  • Filters on TPS, RPM and MAP signals
  • Trailing ignition
  • Virtual inputs/internal outputs to activate internal functions
  • Use of TYPE-K sensor to report IAT up to 350 degree C/660 F
  • Wastegate control with CO2 for predictable boost
  • Extra user table activation based on user defined settings
  • After launch power limit, function to control traction after launch
  • CAN inputs (advanced) - Receive CAN data from external electronics and use in MaxxECU, such as OEM vehicle buttons.
  • Automatic starting and stopping of internal log function based on user conditions (speed, load, error code etc.)
  • Timers and distance counters
  • CAN for OEM protocols, OBDII, and CAN modules
  • Clutch slip control with user defined tables (as an example)
  • Measure injector resistance directly from software
  • Built-in trigger oscilloscope
  • Built-in trigger logger
  • Flexible load/speed axis selection
  • Flexible user output functions
  • Flexible user PWM/FREQ output functions
  • Speedometer output function
  • Tachometer output selectable 5/12V, supports external flyback coil
  • Sequential gearbox control
Features NOT available on MaxxECU MINI
  • Built-in wideband lambda controller (available on MaxxECU STREET, SPORT, RACE, RACE H2O, GEN2 RACE, PRO)
  • E-Throttle / drive-by-wire motor outputs (available on MaxxECU SPORT, RACE, RACE H2O, GEN2 RACE, PRO)
  • Built-in Bluetooth (available on MaxxECU SPORT, RACE, RACE H2O, GEN2 RACE, PRO)
  • Built-in knock sensor inputs (available on MaxxECU RACE, RACE H2O, GEN2 RACE, PRO)
  • Built-in EGT inputs (available on MaxxECU RACE, RACE H2O, GEN2 RACE, PRO)
Features NOT available on MaxxECU STREET
  • E-Throttle / drive-by-wire motor outputs (available on MaxxECU SPORT, RACE, RACE H2O, GEN2 RACE, PRO)
  • Built-in Bluetooth (available on MaxxECU SPORT, RACE, RACE H2O, GEN2 RACE, PRO)
  • Built-in knock sensor inputs (available on MaxxECU RACE, RACE H2O, GEN2 RACE, PRO)
  • Built-in EGT inputs (available on MaxxECU RACE, RACE H2O, GEN2 RACE, PRO)
Features NOT available on MaxxECU SPORT
  • Built-in knock sensor inputs (available on MaxxECU RACE, RACE H2O, GEN2 RACE, PRO)
  • Built-in EGT inputs (available on MaxxECU RACE, RACE H2O, GEN2 RACE, PRO)
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The ultimate next generation ECU for professional builds.

16 Injector Outputs
12 Ignition Outputs
IP68 Waterproof

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