
| Max CP | 2,677 |
| Generation | Hoenn (Gen 3) |
| Buddy Distance | 3km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Huntail is a Water-type Pokémon from Hoenn (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,677 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Huntail has base stats of 197 Attack, 179 Defense, and 146 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 522.
Huntail can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.
In Rainy weather, Huntail receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Huntail is 3km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Gun STAB | Water | 5 | +5 | 10.0 | - | - | - |
| Bite | Dark | 6 | +4 | 12.0 | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crunch | Dark | 70 | -33 | - | 70 | -45 |
| Ice Beam | Ice | 90 | -55 | - | 90 | -55 |
| Aqua Tail STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Huntail takes increased damage from these types:
Huntail takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Huntail in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Electric | 330 | 144 | 195 | 4,504 |
| 2 |
| Grass Steel | 323 | 182 | 139 | 4,206 |
| 3 |
| Dragon Electric | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 4 |
| Bug Electric | 254 | 158 | 184 | 3,566 |
| 5 |
| Electric Flying | 253 | 185 | 207 | 4,035 |
| 6 |
| Electric Fairy | 250 | 181 | 172 | 3,625 |
| 7 |
| Electric | 250 | 125 | 190 | 3,207 |
| 8 |
| Electric | 249 | 163 | 181 | 3,523 |
| 9 |
| Grass Fairy | 249 | 215 | 172 | 3,912 |
| 10 |
| Grass Poison | 243 | 185 | 155 | 3,399 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 24 | 1,498 |
| 2 | 2 | 15 | 13 | 24 | 1,496 |
| 3 | 3 | 14 | 13 | 24 | 1,500 |
| 4 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 24 | 1,491 |
| 5 | 1 | 14 | 15 | 24 | 1,494 |
| 6 | 2 | 13 | 15 | 24 | 1,498 |
| 7 | 3 | 15 | 12 | 24 | 1,499 |
| 8 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 24 | 1,489 |
| 9 | 1 | 15 | 14 | 24 | 1,494 |
| 10 | 2 | 14 | 13 | 24 | 1,493 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,490 |
| 2 | 3 | 14 | 15 | 50 | 2,496 |
| 3 | 3 | 15 | 14 | 50 | 2,495 |
| 4 | 5 | 15 | 15 | 49 | 2,500 |
| 5 | 4 | 15 | 13 | 50 | 2,499 |
| 6 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 2,478 |
| 7 | 2 | 14 | 15 | 50 | 2,484 |
| 8 | 3 | 13 | 15 | 50 | 2,490 |
| 9 | 4 | 12 | 15 | 50 | 2,496 |
| 10 | 6 | 15 | 13 | 49 | 2,497 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
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) | 2,005 | 1,002 | 1,337 | 1,671 | 2,340 | 2,653 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 1,999 | 999 | 1,332 | 1,666 | 2,332 | 2,644 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,000 | 1,000 | 1,333 | 1,667 | 2,334 | 2,646 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 1,985 | 992 | 1,323 | 1,654 | 2,315 | 2,625 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 1,983 | 991 | 1,321 | 1,652 | 2,313 | 2,623 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 1,964 | 982 | 1,309 | 1,636 | 2,291 | 2,598 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 1,943 | 971 | 1,295 | 1,619 | 2,267 | 2,571 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 1,958 | 979 | 1,305 | 1,632 | 2,284 | 2,590 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 1,902 | 951 | 1,268 | 1,585 | 2,219 | 2,517 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 1,705 | 852 | 1,136 | 1,420 | 1,989 | 2,255 |
Important CP values for Huntail with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 2,653 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 2,340 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,268 - 1,337 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 1,585 - 1,671 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,268 - 1,337 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 951 - 1,002 CP |
Maximum CP for Huntail with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33 | 26 | 2,340 |
| 2 | 2,340 | 27 | 2,340 |
| 3 | 2,340 | 28 | 2,340 |
| 4 | 2,340 | 29 | 2,340 |
| 5 | 315 | 30 | 2,005 |
| 6 | 2,340 | 31 | 2,340 |
| 7 | 2,340 | 32 | 2,340 |
| 8 | 2,340 | 33 | 2,340 |
| 9 | 2,340 | 34 | 2,340 |
| 10 | 668 | 35 | 2,172 |
| 11 | 2,340 | 36 | 2,340 |
| 12 | 2,340 | 37 | 2,340 |
| 13 | 2,340 | 38 | 2,340 |
| 14 | 2,340 | 39 | 2,340 |
| 15 | 1,002 | 40 | 2,340 |
| 16 | 2,340 | 41 | 2,340 |
| 17 | 2,340 | 42 | 2,340 |
| 18 | 2,340 | 43 | 2,340 |
| 19 | 2,340 | 44 | 2,340 |
| 20 | 1,337 | 45 | 2,502 |
| 21 | 2,340 | 46 | 2,340 |
| 22 | 2,340 | 47 | 2,340 |
| 23 | 2,340 | 48 | 2,340 |
| 24 | 2,340 | 49 | 2,340 |
| 25 | 1,671 | 50 | 2,653 |
Huntail (#367) is a Water-type Pokémon from the Hoenn region (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,677 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Huntail can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Huntail in 2026.
Huntail's Attack stat is 197 (Good). A decent Attack stat that allows Huntail to contribute meaningful damage.
With 179 Defense (Good) and 146 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 522. This gives Huntail reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Water-type Pokémon, Huntail's stat distribution is balanced.
The best moveset for Huntail depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Water Gun (Fast) with Crunch (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. Huntail has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Huntail 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 typing provides useful matchups against Fire, Water, Ice-type threats while being weak to Electric, Grass types.
In Ultra League, Huntail reaches 2,340 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.
In Master League, Huntail faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
As a raid attacker, Huntail's effectiveness depends on its typing and 197 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Huntail use Electric, Grass-type moves.
Huntail 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 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
Huntail is part of a 3-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.
Shiny Huntail 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.
Huntail gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,585 - 1,671 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.
Q: What is Huntail's max CP?
A: 2,653 CP at Level 50, or 2,340 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Huntail good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Huntail be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Huntail is available.
Q: What is Huntail weak to?
A: Electric, Grass-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Water Gun + Crunch for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.