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Machamp
Base Stats
Pokémon Info
| Max CP | 3,496 |
| Generation | Kanto (Gen 1) |
| Buddy Distance | 3km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | 😈 Yes |
About Machamp
Machamp is a Fighting-type Pokémon from Kanto (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,496 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Machamp has base stats of 234 Attack, 159 Defense, and 207 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 600.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 234, Machamp is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Machamp is also available from Team GO Rocket encounters, dealing 20% more damage.
In Cloudy weather, Machamp receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Machamp is 3km per candy.
🔄 Evolution Chain
⚡ Fast Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bullet Punch | Steel | 9 | +10 | 10.0 | - | - | - |
| Counter STAB | Fighting | 12 | +8 | 13.3 | - | - | - |
| Karate Chop ELITE STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy Slam STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Dynamic Punch STAB | Fighting | 90 | -50 | - | 90 | -50 |
| Close Combat STAB | Fighting | 100 | -45 | - | 100 | -45 |
| Rock Slide | Rock | 80 | -50 | - | 75 | -45 |
| Cross Chop STAB | Fighting | 50 | -35 | - | 50 | -35 |
| Stone Edge ELITE | Rock | 100 | -55 | - | 100 | -55 |
| Submission ELITE STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Payback ELITE STAB | - | - | - | - | - | - |
🛡️ Type Effectiveness
Weaknesses
Machamp takes increased damage from these types:
Resistances
Machamp takes reduced damage from these types:
🎯 Best Counters Against Machamp
Top Pokémon to use when battling Machamp in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Deoxys
| Psychic | 345 | 115 | 137 | 3,615 |
| 2 |
Mewtwo
| Psychic | 300 | 182 | 214 | 4,780 |
| 3 |
Archeops
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 4 |
Rayquaza
| Dragon Flying | 284 | 170 | 213 | 4,387 |
| 5 |
Salamence
| Dragon Flying | 277 | 168 | 216 | 4,289 |
| 6 |
Alakazam
| Psychic | 271 | 167 | 146 | 3,498 |
| 7 |
Azelf
| Psychic | 270 | 151 | 181 | 3,673 |
| 8 |
Latios
| Dragon Psychic | 268 | 212 | 190 | 4,362 |
| 9 |
Dragonite
| Dragon Flying | 263 | 198 | 209 | 4,338 |
| 10 |
Espeon
| Psychic | 261 | 175 | 163 | 3,626 |
🏆 Machamp PvP IV Rankings
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
🟢 Great League (1500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 15 | 14 | 18 | 1,496 |
| 2 | 3 | 15 | 15 | 18 | 1,499 |
| 3 | 4 | 14 | 14 | 18 | 1,498 |
| 4 | 5 | 13 | 14 | 18 | 1,500 |
| 5 | 4 | 15 | 12 | 18 | 1,495 |
| 6 | 4 | 15 | 13 | 18 | 1,499 |
| 7 | 2 | 15 | 14 | 18 | 1,489 |
| 8 | 2 | 15 | 15 | 18 | 1,493 |
| 9 | 0 | 9 | 6 | 19 | 1,500 |
| 10 | 0 | 13 | 1 | 19 | 1,500 |
🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 15 | 14 | 31 | 2,497 |
| 2 | 0 | 14 | 14 | 31 | 2,490 |
| 3 | 0 | 14 | 15 | 31 | 2,496 |
| 4 | 0 | 15 | 13 | 31 | 2,491 |
| 5 | 0 | 9 | 15 | 32 | 2,500 |
| 6 | 0 | 12 | 11 | 32 | 2,499 |
| 7 | 1 | 13 | 14 | 31 | 2,493 |
| 8 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 31 | 2,499 |
| 9 | 1 | 14 | 13 | 31 | 2,495 |
| 10 | 0 | 13 | 10 | 32 | 2,500 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
📋 Machamp 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) | 2,620 | 1,310 | 1,746 | 2,183 | 3,056 | 3,465 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,614 | 1,307 | 1,742 | 2,178 | 3,049 | 3,457 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,612 | 1,306 | 1,741 | 2,177 | 3,047 | 3,455 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,596 | 1,298 | 1,730 | 2,163 | 3,028 | 3,433 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,593 | 1,296 | 1,728 | 2,160 | 3,025 | 3,430 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,572 | 1,286 | 1,714 | 2,143 | 3,000 | 3,402 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,548 | 1,274 | 1,698 | 2,123 | 2,973 | 3,371 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,567 | 1,283 | 1,711 | 2,139 | 2,995 | 3,396 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,501 | 1,250 | 1,667 | 2,084 | 2,918 | 3,308 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,272 | 1,136 | 1,515 | 1,893 | 2,651 | 3,006 |
📊 Special CP Values
Important CP values for Machamp with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,465 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 3,056 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,667 - 1,746 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,084 - 2,183 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,667 - 1,746 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,250 - 1,310 CP |
📈 Max CP by Level
Maximum CP for Machamp with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 43 | 26 | 3,056 |
| 2 | 3,056 | 27 | 3,056 |
| 3 | 3,056 | 28 | 3,056 |
| 4 | 3,056 | 29 | 3,056 |
| 5 | 412 | 30 | 2,620 |
| 6 | 3,056 | 31 | 3,056 |
| 7 | 3,056 | 32 | 3,056 |
| 8 | 3,056 | 33 | 3,056 |
| 9 | 3,056 | 34 | 3,056 |
| 10 | 873 | 35 | 2,838 |
| 11 | 3,056 | 36 | 3,056 |
| 12 | 3,056 | 37 | 3,056 |
| 13 | 3,056 | 38 | 3,056 |
| 14 | 3,056 | 39 | 3,056 |
| 15 | 1,310 | 40 | 3,056 |
| 16 | 3,056 | 41 | 3,056 |
| 17 | 3,056 | 42 | 3,056 |
| 18 | 3,056 | 43 | 3,056 |
| 19 | 3,056 | 44 | 3,056 |
| 20 | 1,746 | 45 | 3,269 |
| 21 | 3,056 | 46 | 3,056 |
| 22 | 3,056 | 47 | 3,056 |
| 23 | 3,056 | 48 | 3,056 |
| 24 | 3,056 | 49 | 3,056 |
| 25 | 2,183 | 50 | 3,465 |
📖 Complete Machamp Pokémon GO Guide 2026
Machamp (#068) is a Fighting-type Pokémon from the Kanto region (Generation 1) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,496 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Machamp is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Machamp in 2026.
📊 Machamp Stats Analysis
Machamp's Attack stat is 234 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Machamp a strong damage dealer.
With 159 Defense (Good) and 207 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 600. This gives Machamp reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Fighting-type Pokémon, Machamp's stat distribution leans toward offense.
⚔️ Best Machamp Moveset in Pokémon GO
The best moveset for Machamp depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Bullet Punch (Fast) with Heavy Slam (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. Machamp has 3 Fast Attacks and 8 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Machamp has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.
🏆 Machamp PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026
Great League (1500 CP)
In Great League, Machamp 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 Fighting typing provides useful matchups against Bug, Rock, Dark-type threats while being weak to Flying, Psychic, Fairy types.
Master League
In Master League, Machamp faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
💪 Machamp Raid Guide & Counters
Machamp appears as a high-tier Raid Boss. Focus on Flying, Psychic, Fairy-type counters for maximum damage. With strong counters, 2-3 trainers can defeat it. After the raid, catch Machamp at Level 20 (1,667 - 1,746 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,084 - 2,183 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,746 CP.
🎯 How to Get Machamp in Pokémon GO
Machamp can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Cloudy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
🔄 Machamp Evolution Guide
Machamp 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 Machamp
Shadow Machamp is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Machamp's effective Attack becomes ~281. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.
✨ Shiny Machamp in Pokémon GO
Shiny Machamp 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
Machamp gets a weather boost in Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,084 - 2,183 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.
💡 Tips & Tricks
- Best IVs for PvP: Master League: 15/15/15. Capped leagues: low Attack, high Def/Sta.
- Second Charged Move: Costs 50K 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 Machamp
Q: What is Machamp's max CP?
A: 3,465 CP at Level 50, or 3,056 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Machamp good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.
Q: Can Machamp be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Machamp is available.
Q: What is Machamp weak to?
A: Flying, Psychic, Fairy-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Bullet Punch + Heavy Slam for optimal DPS.
📚 Related Guides
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.