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Gyarados
Base Stats
Pokémon Info
| Max CP | 3,879 |
| Generation | Kanto (Gen 1) |
| Buddy Distance | 1km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | 😈 Yes |
About Gyarados
Gyarados is a Water/Flying-type Pokémon from Kanto (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,879 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Gyarados has base stats of 237 Attack, 186 Defense, and 216 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 639.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 237, Gyarados is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Gyarados is also available from Team GO Rocket encounters, dealing 20% more damage.
In Rainy weather, Gyarados receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Gyarados is 1km per candy.
🔄 Evolution Chain
⚡ Fast Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bite | Dark | 6 | +4 | 12.0 | - | - | - |
| Waterfall STAB | Water | 16 | +8 | 13.3 | - | - | - |
| Dragon Breath | Dragon | 6 | +4 | 12.0 | - | - | - |
| Dragon Tail ELITE | Dragon | 15 | +9 | 13.6 | - | - | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydro Pump | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Crunch | Dark | 70 | -33 | - | 70 | -45 |
| Outrage | Dragon | 110 | -50 | - | 110 | -60 |
| Twister | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Dragon Pulse ELITE | Dragon | 90 | -60 | - | 90 | -60 |
| Aqua Tail ELITE | - | - | - | - | - | - |
🛡️ Type Effectiveness
Weaknesses
Gyarados takes increased damage from these types:
Resistances
Gyarados takes reduced damage from these types:
🎯 Best Counters Against Gyarados
Top Pokémon to use when battling Gyarados in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Xurkitree
| Electric | 330 | 144 | 195 | 4,504 |
| 2 |
Rampardos
| Rock | 295 | 109 | 219 | 3,773 |
| 3 |
Archeops
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 4 |
Zekrom
| Dragon Electric | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 5 |
Terrakion
| Rock Fighting | 260 | 192 | 209 | 4,231 |
| 6 |
Vikavolt
| Bug Electric | 254 | 158 | 184 | 3,566 |
| 7 |
Zapdos
| Electric Flying | 253 | 185 | 207 | 4,035 |
| 8 |
Kleavor
| Bug Rock | 253 | 174 | 172 | 3,600 |
| 9 |
Tyranitar
| Rock Dark | 251 | 207 | 225 | 4,387 |
| 10 |
Tapu Koko
| Electric Fairy | 250 | 181 | 172 | 3,625 |
🏆 Gyarados PvP IV Rankings
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
🟢 Great League (1500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 17 | 1,500 |
| 2 | 7 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 1,500 |
| 3 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 17 | 1,499 |
| 4 | 0 | 10 | 6 | 17 | 1,500 |
| 5 | 0 | 13 | 2 | 17 | 1,498 |
| 6 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 17 | 1,499 |
| 7 | 0 | 5 | 11 | 17 | 1,498 |
| 8 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 17 | 1,499 |
| 9 | 1 | 4 | 11 | 17 | 1,500 |
| 10 | 0 | 11 | 4 | 17 | 1,497 |
🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 12 | 9 | 28 | 2,499 |
| 2 | 0 | 7 | 15 | 28 | 2,500 |
| 3 | 0 | 13 | 8 | 28 | 2,500 |
| 4 | 3 | 15 | 15 | 27 | 2,491 |
| 5 | 0 | 14 | 7 | 28 | 2,500 |
| 6 | 0 | 9 | 12 | 28 | 2,497 |
| 7 | 4 | 14 | 15 | 27 | 2,495 |
| 8 | 0 | 10 | 11 | 28 | 2,497 |
| 9 | 0 | 15 | 5 | 28 | 2,495 |
| 10 | 5 | 13 | 15 | 27 | 2,500 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
📋 Gyarados 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) | 2,907 | 1,453 | 1,937 | 2,422 | 3,391 | 3,845 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,900 | 1,450 | 1,933 | 2,417 | 3,384 | 3,836 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,899 | 1,449 | 1,933 | 2,416 | 3,383 | 3,835 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,882 | 1,441 | 1,921 | 2,401 | 3,362 | 3,812 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,880 | 1,440 | 1,919 | 2,399 | 3,359 | 3,809 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,857 | 1,428 | 1,904 | 2,380 | 3,333 | 3,779 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,832 | 1,416 | 1,888 | 2,360 | 3,304 | 3,746 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,849 | 1,424 | 1,899 | 2,374 | 3,324 | 3,769 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,783 | 1,391 | 1,855 | 2,319 | 3,246 | 3,681 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,543 | 1,271 | 1,695 | 2,119 | 2,966 | 3,364 |
📊 Special CP Values
Important CP values for Gyarados with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,845 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 3,391 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,855 - 1,937 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,319 - 2,422 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,855 - 1,937 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,391 - 1,453 CP |
📈 Max CP by Level
Maximum CP for Gyarados with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 47 | 26 | 3,391 |
| 2 | 3,391 | 27 | 3,391 |
| 3 | 3,391 | 28 | 3,391 |
| 4 | 3,391 | 29 | 3,391 |
| 5 | 457 | 30 | 2,907 |
| 6 | 3,391 | 31 | 3,391 |
| 7 | 3,391 | 32 | 3,391 |
| 8 | 3,391 | 33 | 3,391 |
| 9 | 3,391 | 34 | 3,391 |
| 10 | 969 | 35 | 3,149 |
| 11 | 3,391 | 36 | 3,391 |
| 12 | 3,391 | 37 | 3,391 |
| 13 | 3,391 | 38 | 3,391 |
| 14 | 3,391 | 39 | 3,391 |
| 15 | 1,453 | 40 | 3,391 |
| 16 | 3,391 | 41 | 3,391 |
| 17 | 3,391 | 42 | 3,391 |
| 18 | 3,391 | 43 | 3,391 |
| 19 | 3,391 | 44 | 3,391 |
| 20 | 1,937 | 45 | 3,627 |
| 21 | 3,391 | 46 | 3,391 |
| 22 | 3,391 | 47 | 3,391 |
| 23 | 3,391 | 48 | 3,391 |
| 24 | 3,391 | 49 | 3,391 |
| 25 | 2,422 | 50 | 3,845 |
📖 Complete Gyarados Pokémon GO Guide 2026
Gyarados (#130) is a Water/Flying-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,879 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Gyarados is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Gyarados in 2026.
📊 Gyarados Stats Analysis
Gyarados's Attack stat is 237 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Gyarados a strong damage dealer.
With 186 Defense (Excellent) and 216 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 639. This gives Gyarados reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Water-type Pokémon, Gyarados's stat distribution leans toward offense.
⚔️ Best Gyarados Moveset in Pokémon GO
The best moveset for Gyarados depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Bite (Fast) with Hydro Pump (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. Gyarados has 4 Fast Attacks and 6 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Gyarados has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.
🏆 Gyarados PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026
Great League (1500 CP)
In Great League, Gyarados 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 Water/Flying typing provides useful matchups against Ground, Fire, Water-type threats while being weak to Electric, Rock types.
Master League
With 3,845 CP at Level 50, Gyarados is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.
💪 Gyarados Raid Guide & Counters
Gyarados appears as a high-tier Raid Boss. Focus on Electric, Rock-type counters for maximum damage. With strong counters, 2-3 trainers can defeat it. After the raid, catch Gyarados at Level 20 (1,855 - 1,937 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,319 - 2,422 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,937 CP.
🎯 How to Get Gyarados in Pokémon GO
Gyarados can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Rainy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 1km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
🔄 Gyarados Evolution Guide
Gyarados is part of a 2-stage evolution family:
Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.
😈 Shadow Gyarados
Shadow Gyarados is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Gyarados's effective Attack becomes ~284. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.
✨ Shiny Gyarados in Pokémon GO
Shiny Gyarados 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
Gyarados gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,319 - 2,422 CP). The buddy distance is 1km per candy. Very efficient for candy farming.
💡 Tips & Tricks
- Best IVs for PvP: Master League: 15/15/15. Capped leagues: low Attack, high Def/Sta.
- Second Charged Move: Costs 10K 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 Gyarados
Q: What is Gyarados's max CP?
A: 3,845 CP at Level 50, or 3,391 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Gyarados good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.
Q: Can Gyarados be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Gyarados is available.
Q: What is Gyarados weak to?
A: Electric, Rock-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Bite + Hydro Pump for optimal DPS.
📚 Related Guides
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.