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Larvitar
Base Stats
Pokémon Info
| Max CP | 1,190 |
| Generation | Johto (Gen 2) |
| Buddy Distance | 5km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | 😈 Yes |
About Larvitar
Larvitar is a Rock/Ground-type Pokémon from Johto (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 1,190 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Larvitar has base stats of 115 Attack, 93 Defense, and 137 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 345.
Larvitar can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Larvitar is also available from Team GO Rocket encounters, dealing 20% more damage.
In Partly Cloudy weather, Larvitar receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Larvitar is 5km per candy.
🔄 Evolution Chain
⚡ Fast Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bite | Dark | 6 | +4 | 12.0 | - | - | - |
| Rock Smash | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stomp | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Crunch | Dark | 70 | -33 | - | 70 | -45 |
| Ancient Power | - | - | - | - | - | - |
🛡️ Type Effectiveness
Weaknesses
Larvitar takes increased damage from these types:
Resistances
Larvitar takes reduced damage from these types:
🎯 Best Counters Against Larvitar
Top Pokémon to use when battling Larvitar in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Kartana
| Grass Steel | 323 | 182 | 139 | 4,206 |
| 2 |
Pheromosa
| Bug Fighting | 316 | 85 | 174 | 3,251 |
| 3 |
Palkia
| Water Dragon | 280 | 215 | 189 | 4,565 |
| 4 |
Dialga
| Steel Dragon | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 5 |
Kyogre
| Water | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 6 |
Groudon
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 7 |
Marshadow
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
| 8 |
Inteleon
| Water | 262 | 142 | 172 | 3,391 |
| 9 |
Garchomp
| Dragon Ground | 261 | 193 | 239 | 4,532 |
| 10 |
Terrakion
| Rock Fighting | 260 | 192 | 209 | 4,231 |
🏆 Larvitar PvP IV Rankings
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
🟢 Great League (1500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 1,179 |
🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 1,179 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
📋 Larvitar 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) | 891 | 445 | 594 | 743 | 1,040 | 1,179 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 888 | 444 | 592 | 740 | 1,036 | 1,175 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 887 | 443 | 591 | 739 | 1,035 | 1,174 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 877 | 438 | 585 | 731 | 1,024 | 1,161 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 877 | 438 | 585 | 731 | 1,023 | 1,160 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 864 | 432 | 576 | 720 | 1,008 | 1,142 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 850 | 425 | 566 | 708 | 992 | 1,124 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 857 | 428 | 571 | 714 | 1,000 | 1,134 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 823 | 411 | 548 | 686 | 960 | 1,089 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 694 | 347 | 463 | 579 | 810 | 919 |
📊 Special CP Values
Important CP values for Larvitar with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 1,179 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 1,040 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 548 - 594 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 686 - 743 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 548 - 594 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 411 - 445 CP |
📈 Max CP by Level
Maximum CP for Larvitar with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14 | 26 | 1,040 |
| 2 | 1,040 | 27 | 1,040 |
| 3 | 1,040 | 28 | 1,040 |
| 4 | 1,040 | 29 | 1,040 |
| 5 | 140 | 30 | 891 |
| 6 | 1,040 | 31 | 1,040 |
| 7 | 1,040 | 32 | 1,040 |
| 8 | 1,040 | 33 | 1,040 |
| 9 | 1,040 | 34 | 1,040 |
| 10 | 297 | 35 | 966 |
| 11 | 1,040 | 36 | 1,040 |
| 12 | 1,040 | 37 | 1,040 |
| 13 | 1,040 | 38 | 1,040 |
| 14 | 1,040 | 39 | 1,040 |
| 15 | 445 | 40 | 1,040 |
| 16 | 1,040 | 41 | 1,040 |
| 17 | 1,040 | 42 | 1,040 |
| 18 | 1,040 | 43 | 1,040 |
| 19 | 1,040 | 44 | 1,040 |
| 20 | 594 | 45 | 1,112 |
| 21 | 1,040 | 46 | 1,040 |
| 22 | 1,040 | 47 | 1,040 |
| 23 | 1,040 | 48 | 1,040 |
| 24 | 1,040 | 49 | 1,040 |
| 25 | 743 | 50 | 1,179 |
📖 Complete Larvitar Pokémon GO Guide 2026
Larvitar (#246) is a Rock/Ground-type Pokémon from the Johto region (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,190 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Larvitar has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Larvitar in 2026.
📊 Larvitar Stats Analysis
Larvitar's Attack stat is 115 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Larvitar may compensate with bulk or utility.
With 93 Defense (Below Average) and 137 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 345. Trainers should be mindful of Larvitar's limited bulk. Compared to other Rock-type Pokémon, Larvitar's stat distribution is balanced.
⚔️ Best Larvitar Moveset in Pokémon GO
The best moveset for Larvitar depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Bite (Fast) with Stomp (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. Larvitar has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.
🏆 Larvitar PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026
Great League (1500 CP)
In Great League, Larvitar 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/Ground typing provides useful matchups against Poison, Electric, Normal-type threats while being weak to Water, Grass, Fighting types.
Master League
In Master League, Larvitar faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
💪 Larvitar Raid Guide & Counters
As a raid attacker, Larvitar's effectiveness depends on its typing and 115 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Larvitar use Water, Grass-type moves.
🎯 How to Get Larvitar in Pokémon GO
Larvitar 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.
🔄 Larvitar Evolution Guide
Larvitar 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.
😈 Shadow Larvitar
Shadow Larvitar is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Larvitar's effective Attack becomes ~138. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.
✨ Shiny Larvitar in Pokémon GO
Shiny Larvitar 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
Larvitar gets a weather boost in Partly Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (686 - 743 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 Larvitar
Q: What is Larvitar's max CP?
A: 1,179 CP at Level 50, or 1,040 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Larvitar good?
A: Limited competitive use, but viable for themed battles.
Q: Can Larvitar be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Larvitar is available.
Q: What is Larvitar weak to?
A: Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground, Steel, Ice-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Bite + Stomp for optimal DPS.
📚 Related Guides
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.