What is Carbink's max CP in Pokémon GO?

Carbink's maximum CP is 1,678 when powered up to Level 50 with 15/15/15 IVs.

Is Carbink good in Pokémon GO?

Carbink has 95 Attack, 285 Defense, and 137 Stamina. It has niche uses depending on the meta.

Can Carbink be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Yes, shiny Carbink is available in Pokémon GO.

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Hundo CP Values

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Raids

Lv. 20

780 - 838 CP

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Raids (WB)

Lv. 25

975 - 1,047 CP

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Max CP

Lv. 50

1,663 CP

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Eggs

Lv. 20

780 - 838 CP

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Research

Lv. 15

585 - 628 CP

Carbink

#703 · Kalos

RockFairy

☁️ Partly Cloudy Boost

Base Stats

Attack 95

Defense 285

Stamina 137

Total: 517

Pokémon Info

Max CP	1,678
Generation	Kalos (Gen 6)
Buddy Distance	5km
Released	✅ Yes
Shiny	✨ Yes
Shadow	❌ No

About Carbink

Carbink is a Rock/Fairy-type Pokémon from Kalos (Generation 6) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 1,678 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Carbink has base stats of 95 Attack, 285 Defense, and 137 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 517.

With a strong Defense stat of 285, Carbink is a solid defensive choice for gym defense and PvP battles. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.

In Partly Cloudy weather, Carbink receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Carbink is 5km per candy.

⚡ Fast Attacks

Move	Type	Power	Energy	DPS	EPS	PvP DPT	PvP EPT
Tackle	Normal	5	+5	10.0	-	-	-
Rock Throw STAB	Rock	12	+7	13.3	-	-	-

DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus

💥 Charged Attacks

Move	Type	Power	Energy	DPS	PvP Pwr	PvP Nrg
Rock Slide STAB	Rock	80	-50	-	75	-45
Moonblast STAB	Fairy	130	-70	-	110	-60
Power Gem STAB	Rock	80	-60	-	80	-60

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Carbink takes increased damage from these types:

Steel 2.56×

Water 1.6×

Grass 1.6×

Ground 1.6×

Resistances

Carbink takes reduced damage from these types:

Dragon 0.391×

Normal 0.625×

Fire 0.625×

Flying 0.625×

Bug 0.625×

Dark 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Carbink

Top Pokémon to use when battling Carbink in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Kartana	Grass Steel	323	182	139	4,206
2	Palkia	Water Dragon	280	215	189	4,565
3	Dialga	Steel Dragon	275	211	205	4,620
4	Kyogre	Water	270	228	205	4,708
5	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
6	Inteleon	Water	262	142	172	3,391
7	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
8	Metagross	Steel Psychic	257	228	190	4,337
9	Excadrill	Ground Steel	255	129	242	3,711
10	Solgaleo	Psychic Steel	255	191	264	4,625

🏆 Carbink PvP IV Rankings

Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.

🟢 Great League (1500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	4	15	14	50	1,492
2	4	15	15	50	1,497
3	5	12	14	50	1,499
4	5	15	15	49	1,495
5	5	14	13	50	1,499
6	4	14	14	50	1,489
7	4	14	15	50	1,494
8	5	11	14	50	1,497
9	5	14	15	49	1,493
10	6	11	15	49	1,500

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	15	15	15	50	1,663

Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.

📋 Carbink IV Chart

Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.

IVs	Wild L30	Research L15	Raid L20	WB L25	Max L40	L50
100% (15/15/15)	1,257	628	838	1,047	1,467	1,663
98% (15/15/14)	1,253	626	835	1,044	1,462	1,657
96% (15/14/15)	1,255	627	836	1,046	1,464	1,660
93% (14/14/14)	1,239	619	826	1,033	1,446	1,640
91% (15/13/13)	1,245	622	829	1,037	1,452	1,646
87% (13/13/13)	1,222	611	814	1,018	1,426	1,616
82% (12/12/12)	1,205	602	803	1,004	1,405	1,593
80% (10/15/15)	1,200	600	800	1,000	1,400	1,587
67% (10/10/10)	1,170	585	780	975	1,365	1,548
0% (0/0/0)	1,005	502	669	837	1,172	1,329

📊 Special CP Values

Important CP values for Carbink with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)	1,663 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)	1,467 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)	780 - 838 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)	975 - 1,047 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)	780 - 838 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)	585 - 628 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

Maximum CP for Carbink with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.

Lv	Max CP	Lv	Max CP
1	20	26	1,467
2	1,467	27	1,467
3	1,467	28	1,467
4	1,467	29	1,467
5	197	30	1,257
6	1,467	31	1,467
7	1,467	32	1,467
8	1,467	33	1,467
9	1,467	34	1,467
10	419	35	1,362
11	1,467	36	1,467
12	1,467	37	1,467
13	1,467	38	1,467
14	1,467	39	1,467
15	628	40	1,467
16	1,467	41	1,467
17	1,467	42	1,467
18	1,467	43	1,467
19	1,467	44	1,467
20	838	45	1,569
21	1,467	46	1,467
22	1,467	47	1,467
23	1,467	48	1,467
24	1,467	49	1,467
25	1,047	50	1,663

📖 Complete Carbink Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Carbink (#703) is a Rock/Fairy-type Pokémon from the Kalos region (Generation 6) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,678 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Carbink has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Carbink in 2026.

📊 Carbink Stats Analysis

Carbink's Attack stat is 95 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Carbink may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 285 Defense (Elite) and 137 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 517. This gives Carbink reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Rock-type Pokémon, Carbink's stat distribution favors defense.

⚔️ Best Carbink Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Carbink depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Tackle (Fast) with Rock Slide (Charged) for maximum DPS. This takes advantage of STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) which provides a 20% damage boost for matching-type moves.

For PvP (GO Battle League), energy generation and coverage matter more than raw DPS. Carbink has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Carbink PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Carbink can be a viable pick. For Great League, lower Attack IVs (like 0/15/15) are preferred to maximize stat product under 1500 CP. The Rock/Fairy typing provides useful matchups against Dragon, Normal, Fire-type threats while being weak to Steel, Water, Grass types.

Master League

In Master League, Carbink faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.

💪 Carbink Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Carbink's effectiveness depends on its typing and 95 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Carbink use Steel, Water-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Carbink in Pokémon GO

Carbink can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Partly Cloudy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

✨ Shiny Carbink in Pokémon GO

Shiny Carbink is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 500. Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Carbink gets a weather boost in Partly Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (975 - 1,047 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
Second Charged Move: Costs 75K Stardust — adds coverage in PvP.
Trading: Can be freely traded. Lucky trades give 12/12/12 minimum IVs.
Catch rate: Use Pinap Berries for double candy.

❓ FAQ About Carbink

Q: What is Carbink's max CP?
A: 1,663 CP at Level 50, or 1,467 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Carbink good?
A: Useful in Great League PvP with the right setup.

Q: Can Carbink be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Carbink is available.

Q: What is Carbink weak to?
A: Steel, Water, Grass, Ground-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Tackle + Rock Slide for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

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Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.