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Hundo CP Values
⚔️
Raids
Lv. 20
949 - 1,009 CP
🌤️
Raids (WB)
Lv. 25
1,187 - 1,261 CP
⭐
Max CP
Lv. 50
2,002 CP
🥚
Eggs
Lv. 20
949 - 1,009 CP
🔬
Research
Lv. 15
712 - 757 CP
Pupitar Pokemon GO

Pupitar

#247 · Johto
RockGround
☁️ Partly Cloudy Boost

Base Stats

Attack 155
Defense 133
Stamina 172
Total: 460

Pokémon Info

Max CP2,020
GenerationJohto (Gen 2)
Buddy Distance5km
Released✅ Yes
Shiny✨ Yes
Shadow😈 Yes

About Pupitar

Pupitar is a Rock/Ground-type Pokémon from Johto (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 2,020 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Pupitar has base stats of 155 Attack, 133 Defense, and 172 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 460.

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

In Partly Cloudy weather, Pupitar receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Pupitar is 5km per candy.

🔄 Evolution Chain

⚡ Fast Attacks

MoveTypePowerEnergyDPSEPSPvP DPTPvP EPT
BiteDark6+412.0---
Rock Smash-------

DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus

💥 Charged Attacks

MoveTypePowerEnergyDPSPvP PwrPvP Nrg
Dig------
CrunchDark70-33-70-45
Ancient Power------

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Pupitar takes increased damage from these types:

Water 2.56×
Grass 2.56×
Fighting 1.6×
Ground 1.6×
Steel 1.6×
Ice 1.6×

Resistances

Pupitar takes reduced damage from these types:

Poison 0.391×
Electric 0.391×
Normal 0.625×
Fire 0.625×
Flying 0.625×
Rock 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Pupitar

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

#PokémonTypeATKDEFSTAMax CP
1 Kartana Grass Steel3231821394,206
2 Pheromosa Bug Fighting316851743,251
3 Palkia Water Dragon2802151894,565
4 Dialga Steel Dragon2752112054,620
5 Kyogre Water2702282054,708
6 Groudon Ground2702282054,708
7 Marshadow Fighting Ghost2651902074,268
8 Inteleon Water2621421723,391
9 Garchomp Dragon Ground2611932394,532
10 Terrakion Rock Fighting2601922094,231

🏆 Pupitar PvP IV Rankings

Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.

🟢 Great League (1500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
101515351,495
211415351,500
301115361,497
401214361,499
501312361,496
601313361,500
701411361,497
811212361,500
901510361,498
1001415351,490

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
1151515502,002

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

📋 Pupitar IV Chart

Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.

IVsWild L30Research L15Raid L20WB L25Max L40L50
100% (15/15/15)1,5147571,0091,2611,7662,002
98% (15/15/14)1,5107551,0061,2581,7611,997
96% (15/14/15)1,5097541,0051,2571,7601,995
93% (14/14/14)1,4967489971,2461,7451,978
91% (15/13/13)1,4957479971,2461,7441,978
87% (13/13/13)1,4787399851,2311,7241,955
82% (12/12/12)1,4607309731,2161,7031,931
80% (10/15/15)1,4697349791,2241,7141,943
67% (10/10/10)1,4257129491,1871,6621,885
0% (0/0/0)1,2556278361,0451,4641,660

📊 Special CP Values

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

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)2,002 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)1,766 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)949 - 1,009 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)1,187 - 1,261 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)949 - 1,009 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)712 - 757 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

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

LvMax CPLvMax CP
124261,766
21,766271,766
31,766281,766
41,766291,766
5238301,514
61,766311,766
71,766321,766
81,766331,766
91,766341,766
10504351,640
111,766361,766
121,766371,766
131,766381,766
141,766391,766
15757401,766
161,766411,766
171,766421,766
181,766431,766
191,766441,766
201,009451,889
211,766461,766
221,766471,766
231,766481,766
241,766491,766
251,261502,002

📖 Complete Pupitar Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Pupitar (#247) is a Rock/Ground-type Pokémon from the Johto region (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,020 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Pupitar can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Pupitar in 2026.

📊 Pupitar Stats Analysis

Pupitar's Attack stat is 155 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Pupitar may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 133 Defense (Average) and 172 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 460. This gives Pupitar reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Rock-type Pokémon, Pupitar's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Pupitar Moveset in Pokémon GO

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

🏆 Pupitar PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

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

💪 Pupitar Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Pupitar's effectiveness depends on its typing and 155 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Pupitar use Water, Grass-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Pupitar in Pokémon GO

Pupitar 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.

🔄 Pupitar Evolution Guide

Pupitar 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 Pupitar

Shadow Pupitar is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Pupitar's effective Attack becomes ~186. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Pupitar in Pokémon GO

Shiny Pupitar 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

Pupitar gets a weather boost in Partly Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,187 - 1,261 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 Pupitar

Q: What is Pupitar's max CP?
A: 2,002 CP at Level 50, or 1,766 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Pupitar good?
A: Useful in Great League PvP with the right setup.

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

Q: What is Pupitar weak to?
A: Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground, Steel, Ice-type moves.

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

📚 Related Guides

Rock Rock-Type Ground Ground-Type 🗺️ Johto 📱 Full Pokédex ✨ Shiny Checklist 📅 Events

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

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