What is Mudkip's max CP in Pokémon GO?

Mudkip's maximum CP is 1,290 when powered up to Level 50 with 15/15/15 IVs.

Is Mudkip good in Pokémon GO?

Mudkip has 126 Attack, 93 Defense, and 137 Stamina. It has niche uses depending on the meta.

Can Mudkip be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Yes, shiny Mudkip is available in Pokémon GO.

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Hundo CP Values

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Raids

Lv. 20

597 - 644 CP

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Raids (WB)

Lv. 25

746 - 805 CP

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Max CP

Lv. 50

1,279 CP

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Eggs

Lv. 20

597 - 644 CP

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Research

Lv. 15

447 - 483 CP

Mudkip

#258 · Hoenn

Water

☁️ Rainy Boost

Base Stats

Attack 126

Defense 93

Stamina 137

Total: 356

Pokémon Info

Max CP	1,290
Generation	Hoenn (Gen 3)
Buddy Distance	3km
Released	✅ Yes
Shiny	✨ Yes
Shadow	😈 Yes

About Mudkip

Mudkip is a Water-type Pokémon from Hoenn (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 1,290 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Mudkip has base stats of 126 Attack, 93 Defense, and 137 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 356.

Mudkip can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Mudkip is also available from Team GO Rocket encounters, dealing 20% more damage.

In Rainy weather, Mudkip receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Mudkip is 3km per candy.

🔄 Evolution Chain

Mudkip

#258

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🍬 25

Marshtomp

#259

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🍬 100

Swampert

#260

⚡ Fast Attacks

Move	Type	Power	Energy	DPS	EPS	PvP DPT	PvP EPT
Tackle	Normal	5	+5	10.0	-	-	-
Water Gun STAB	Water	5	+5	10.0	-	-	-

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
Dig STAB	-	-	-	-	-	-
Sludge STAB	-	-	-	-	-	-
Stomp STAB	-	-	-	-	-	-

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Mudkip takes increased damage from these types:

Electric 1.6×

Grass 1.6×

Resistances

Mudkip takes reduced damage from these types:

Fire 0.625×

Water 0.625×

Ice 0.625×

Steel 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Mudkip

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Xurkitree	Electric	330	144	195	4,504
2	Kartana	Grass Steel	323	182	139	4,206
3	Zekrom	Dragon Electric	275	211	205	4,620
4	Vikavolt	Bug Electric	254	158	184	3,566
5	Zapdos	Electric Flying	253	185	207	4,035
6	Tapu Koko	Electric Fairy	250	181	172	3,625
7	Regieleki	Electric	250	125	190	3,207
8	Electivire	Electric	249	163	181	3,523
9	Tapu Bulu	Grass Fairy	249	215	172	3,912
10	Roserade	Grass Poison	243	185	155	3,399

🏆 Mudkip 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	1,279

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	15	15	15	50	1,279

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

📋 Mudkip 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)	967	483	644	805	1,128	1,279
98% (15/15/14)	964	482	642	803	1,124	1,275
96% (15/14/15)	962	481	641	802	1,123	1,273
93% (14/14/14)	952	476	635	793	1,111	1,260
91% (15/13/13)	951	475	634	793	1,110	1,259
87% (13/13/13)	938	469	625	781	1,094	1,241
82% (12/12/12)	924	462	616	770	1,078	1,222
80% (10/15/15)	932	466	621	777	1,088	1,233
67% (10/10/10)	895	447	597	746	1,045	1,185
0% (0/0/0)	761	380	507	634	888	1,007

📊 Special CP Values

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

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)	1,279 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)	1,128 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)	597 - 644 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)	746 - 805 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)	597 - 644 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)	447 - 483 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

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

Lv	Max CP	Lv	Max CP
1	15	26	1,128
2	1,128	27	1,128
3	1,128	28	1,128
4	1,128	29	1,128
5	152	30	967
6	1,128	31	1,128
7	1,128	32	1,128
8	1,128	33	1,128
9	1,128	34	1,128
10	322	35	1,047
11	1,128	36	1,128
12	1,128	37	1,128
13	1,128	38	1,128
14	1,128	39	1,128
15	483	40	1,128
16	1,128	41	1,128
17	1,128	42	1,128
18	1,128	43	1,128
19	1,128	44	1,128
20	644	45	1,206
21	1,128	46	1,128
22	1,128	47	1,128
23	1,128	48	1,128
24	1,128	49	1,128
25	805	50	1,279

📖 Complete Mudkip Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Mudkip (#258) is a Water-type Pokémon from the Hoenn region (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,290 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Mudkip has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Mudkip in 2026.

📊 Mudkip Stats Analysis

Mudkip's Attack stat is 126 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Mudkip may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 93 Defense (Below Average) and 137 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 356. Trainers should be mindful of Mudkip's limited bulk. Compared to other Water-type Pokémon, Mudkip's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Mudkip Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Mudkip depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Tackle (Fast) with Dig (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. Mudkip has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Mudkip PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Mudkip 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.

Master League

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

💪 Mudkip Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Mudkip's effectiveness depends on its typing and 126 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Mudkip use Electric, Grass-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Mudkip in Pokémon GO

Mudkip 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.

🔄 Mudkip Evolution Guide

Mudkip is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

Mudkip (#258) ← current
Marshtomp (#259) — 25 Candy
Swampert (#260) — 100 Candy

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

😈 Shadow Mudkip

Shadow Mudkip is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Mudkip's effective Attack becomes ~151. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Mudkip in Pokémon GO

Shiny Mudkip 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

Mudkip gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (746 - 805 CP). The buddy distance is 3km per candy. Use Poffins to halve the distance.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
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 Mudkip

Q: What is Mudkip's max CP?
A: 1,279 CP at Level 50, or 1,128 CP at Level 40.

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

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

Q: What is Mudkip weak to?
A: Electric, Grass-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Tackle + Dig for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

Water Water-Type 🗺️ Hoenn 📱 Full Pokédex ✨ Shiny Checklist 📅 Events

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