What is Meltan's max CP in Pokémon GO?

Meltan's maximum CP is 1,221 when powered up to Level 50 with 15/15/15 IVs.

Is Meltan good in Pokémon GO?

Meltan has 118 Attack, 99 Defense, and 130 Stamina. It has niche uses depending on the meta.

Can Meltan be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Yes, shiny Meltan is available in Pokémon GO.

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Hundo CP Values

⚔️

Raids

Lv. 20

564 - 610 CP

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Raids (WB)

Lv. 25

705 - 762 CP

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Max CP

Lv. 50

1,210 CP

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Eggs

Lv. 20

564 - 610 CP

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Research

Lv. 15

423 - 457 CP

Meltan

#808 · Alola

Steel

☁️ Snow Boost

Base Stats

Attack 118

Defense 99

Stamina 130

Total: 347

Pokémon Info

Max CP	1,221
Generation	Alola (Gen 7)
Buddy Distance	20km
Released	✅ Yes
Shiny	✨ Yes
Shadow	❌ No

About Meltan

Meltan is a Steel-type Pokémon from Alola (Generation 7) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 1,221 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Meltan has base stats of 118 Attack, 99 Defense, and 130 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 347.

Meltan can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.

In Snow weather, Meltan receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Meltan is 20km per candy.

🔄 Evolution Chain

Meltan

#808

→

🍬 400

Melmetal

#809

⚡ Fast Attacks

Move	Type	Power	Energy	DPS	EPS	PvP DPT	PvP EPT
Thunder Shock 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
Flash Cannon STAB	Steel	100	-65	-	110	-65
Thunderbolt	Electric	80	-55	-	90	-55

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Meltan takes increased damage from these types:

Fire 1.6×

Fighting 1.6×

Ground 1.6×

Resistances

Meltan takes reduced damage from these types:

Poison 0.391×

Normal 0.625×

Grass 0.625×

Ice 0.625×

Flying 0.625×

Psychic 0.625×

Bug 0.625×

Rock 0.625×

Dragon 0.625×

Steel 0.625×

Fairy 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Meltan

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
2	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
3	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
4	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
5	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
6	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
7	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
8	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
9	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231
10	Sneasler	Fighting Poison	259	158	190	3,686

🏆 Meltan 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	1,210

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	15	15	15	50	1,210

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

📋 Meltan 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)	915	457	610	762	1,068	1,210
98% (15/15/14)	912	456	608	760	1,064	1,206
96% (15/14/15)	911	455	607	759	1,063	1,205
93% (14/14/14)	901	450	600	751	1,051	1,192
91% (15/13/13)	901	450	600	750	1,051	1,191
87% (13/13/13)	887	443	591	739	1,035	1,174
82% (12/12/12)	873	436	582	728	1,019	1,155
80% (10/15/15)	881	440	587	734	1,027	1,165
67% (10/10/10)	846	423	564	705	987	1,119
0% (0/0/0)	716	358	477	597	836	947

📊 Special CP Values

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

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)	1,210 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)	1,068 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)	564 - 610 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)	705 - 762 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)	564 - 610 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)	423 - 457 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

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

Lv	Max CP	Lv	Max CP
1	15	26	1,068
2	1,068	27	1,068
3	1,068	28	1,068
4	1,068	29	1,068
5	144	30	915
6	1,068	31	1,068
7	1,068	32	1,068
8	1,068	33	1,068
9	1,068	34	1,068
10	305	35	991
11	1,068	36	1,068
12	1,068	37	1,068
13	1,068	38	1,068
14	1,068	39	1,068
15	457	40	1,068
16	1,068	41	1,068
17	1,068	42	1,068
18	1,068	43	1,068
19	1,068	44	1,068
20	610	45	1,142
21	1,068	46	1,068
22	1,068	47	1,068
23	1,068	48	1,068
24	1,068	49	1,068
25	762	50	1,210

📖 Complete Meltan Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Meltan (#808) is a Steel-type Pokémon from the Alola region (Generation 7) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,221 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Meltan has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Meltan in 2026.

As a Mythical Pokémon, Meltan is one of the most sought-after Pokémon in the game. It is typically available through Special Research storylines and limited-time events. The buddy distance is 20km per candy.

📊 Meltan Stats Analysis

Meltan's Attack stat is 118 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Meltan may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 99 Defense (Below Average) and 130 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 347. Trainers should be mindful of Meltan's limited bulk. Compared to other Steel-type Pokémon, Meltan's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Meltan Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Meltan depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Thunder Shock (Fast) with Flash Cannon (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. Meltan has 1 Fast Attacks and 2 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Meltan PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Meltan 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 Steel typing provides useful matchups against Poison, Normal, Grass-type threats while being weak to Fire, Fighting, Ground types.

Master League

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

💪 Meltan Raid Guide & Counters

Meltan appears as a high-tier Raid Boss. Focus on Fire, Fighting, Ground-type counters for maximum damage. With strong counters, 2-3 trainers can defeat it. After the raid, catch Meltan at Level 20 (564 - 610 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (705 - 762 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 610 CP.

🎯 How to Get Meltan in Pokémon GO

Meltan is a Mythical Pokémon typically from Special Research storylines. Mythical Pokémon cannot usually be traded. Stay updated on events for availability.

🔄 Meltan Evolution Guide

Meltan is part of a 2-stage evolution family:

Meltan (#808) ← current
Melmetal (#809) — 400 Candy

Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.

✨ Shiny Meltan in Pokémon GO

Shiny Meltan is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 20. Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Meltan gets a weather boost in Snow weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (705 - 762 CP). The buddy distance is 20km per candy. Rare Candy is the most efficient option for powering up.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
Second Charged Move: Costs 100K Stardust + 100 Candy — adds coverage in PvP.
Trading: Cannot be traded.
Catch rate: Special Research encounters: 100% catch rate.

❓ FAQ About Meltan

Q: What is Meltan's max CP?
A: 1,210 CP at Level 50, or 1,068 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Meltan good?
A: Limited competitive use, but viable for themed battles.

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

Q: What is Meltan weak to?
A: Fire, Fighting, Ground-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Thunder Shock + Flash Cannon for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

Steel Steel-Type 🗺️ Alola 📱 Full Pokédex ✨ Shiny Checklist 📅 Events

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