
| Max CP | 3,864 |
| Generation | Paldea (Gen 9) |
| Buddy Distance | 20km |
| Released | ❌ No |
| Shiny | ❌ No |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Raging Bolt is a Electric/Dragon-type Pokémon from Paldea (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,864 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Raging Bolt has base stats of 235 Attack, 165 Defense, and 245 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 645.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 235, Raging Bolt is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles.
In Rainy weather, Raging Bolt receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Raging Bolt is 20km per candy.
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Splash | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Struggle | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Raging Bolt takes increased damage from these types:
Raging Bolt takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Raging Bolt in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Dragon Flying | 284 | 170 | 213 | 4,387 |
| 2 |
| Dragon | 284 | 172 | 183 | 4,110 |
| 3 |
| Water Dragon | 280 | 215 | 189 | 4,565 |
| 4 |
| Poison Dragon | 278 | 192 | 268 | 5,067 |
| 5 |
| Dragon Flying | 277 | 168 | 216 | 4,289 |
| 6 |
| Steel Dragon | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 7 |
| Dragon Fire | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 8 |
| Dragon Electric | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 9 |
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 10 |
| Dragon Psychic | 268 | 212 | 190 | 4,362 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 14 | 2 | 17 | 1,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 5 | 15 | 17 | 1,499 |
| 3 | 0 | 11 | 6 | 17 | 1,499 |
| 4 | 0 | 6 | 13 | 17 | 1,498 |
| 5 | 0 | 7 | 11 | 17 | 1,497 |
| 6 | 0 | 7 | 12 | 17 | 1,500 |
| 7 | 0 | 12 | 4 | 17 | 1,497 |
| 8 | 0 | 12 | 5 | 17 | 1,500 |
| 9 | 1 | 5 | 13 | 17 | 1,500 |
| 10 | 0 | 8 | 10 | 17 | 1,498 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 15 | 7 | 28 | 2,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 10 | 14 | 28 | 2,499 |
| 3 | 0 | 13 | 9 | 28 | 2,496 |
| 4 | 0 | 14 | 7 | 28 | 2,493 |
| 5 | 0 | 14 | 8 | 28 | 2,498 |
| 6 | 0 | 12 | 10 | 28 | 2,494 |
| 7 | 0 | 12 | 11 | 28 | 2,499 |
| 8 | 0 | 15 | 6 | 28 | 2,495 |
| 9 | 0 | 11 | 12 | 28 | 2,497 |
| 10 | 0 | 10 | 13 | 28 | 2,495 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
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) | 2,895 | 1,447 | 1,930 | 2,412 | 3,377 | 3,829 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,889 | 1,444 | 1,926 | 2,408 | 3,371 | 3,822 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,887 | 1,443 | 1,924 | 2,406 | 3,368 | 3,819 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,870 | 1,435 | 1,913 | 2,391 | 3,348 | 3,796 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,868 | 1,434 | 1,912 | 2,390 | 3,346 | 3,793 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,845 | 1,422 | 1,896 | 2,371 | 3,319 | 3,763 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,820 | 1,410 | 1,880 | 2,350 | 3,290 | 3,730 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,837 | 1,418 | 1,891 | 2,364 | 3,310 | 3,753 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,770 | 1,385 | 1,847 | 2,308 | 3,232 | 3,665 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,529 | 1,264 | 1,686 | 2,107 | 2,951 | 3,345 |
Important CP values for Raging Bolt with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,829 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 3,377 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,847 - 1,930 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,308 - 2,412 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,847 - 1,930 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,385 - 1,447 CP |
Maximum CP for Raging Bolt with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 47 | 26 | 3,377 |
| 2 | 3,377 | 27 | 3,377 |
| 3 | 3,377 | 28 | 3,377 |
| 4 | 3,377 | 29 | 3,377 |
| 5 | 455 | 30 | 2,895 |
| 6 | 3,377 | 31 | 3,377 |
| 7 | 3,377 | 32 | 3,377 |
| 8 | 3,377 | 33 | 3,377 |
| 9 | 3,377 | 34 | 3,377 |
| 10 | 965 | 35 | 3,136 |
| 11 | 3,377 | 36 | 3,377 |
| 12 | 3,377 | 37 | 3,377 |
| 13 | 3,377 | 38 | 3,377 |
| 14 | 3,377 | 39 | 3,377 |
| 15 | 1,447 | 40 | 3,377 |
| 16 | 3,377 | 41 | 3,377 |
| 17 | 3,377 | 42 | 3,377 |
| 18 | 3,377 | 43 | 3,377 |
| 19 | 3,377 | 44 | 3,377 |
| 20 | 1,930 | 45 | 3,612 |
| 21 | 3,377 | 46 | 3,377 |
| 22 | 3,377 | 47 | 3,377 |
| 23 | 3,377 | 48 | 3,377 |
| 24 | 3,377 | 49 | 3,377 |
| 25 | 2,412 | 50 | 3,829 |
Raging Bolt (#1021) is a Electric/Dragon-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,864 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Raging Bolt is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Raging Bolt in 2026.
As a Legendary Pokémon, Raging Bolt is one of the most sought-after Pokémon in the game. It can be obtained through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, and GO Battle League rewards at Rank 20+. The buddy distance is 20km per candy.
Raging Bolt's Attack stat is 235 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Raging Bolt a strong damage dealer.
With 165 Defense (Good) and 245 Stamina (Elite), the total stat product is 645. This gives Raging Bolt reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Electric-type Pokémon, Raging Bolt's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Raging Bolt depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Splash (Fast) with Struggle (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. Raging Bolt has 1 Fast Attacks and 1 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Raging Bolt 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 Electric/Dragon typing provides useful matchups against Electric, Flying, Steel-type threats while being weak to Ground, Ice, Dragon types.
With 3,829 CP at Level 50, Raging Bolt is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.
Raging Bolt appears as a 5-Star Legendary Raid Boss. Focus on Ground, Ice, Dragon-type counters for maximum damage. A group of 4-6 trainers with optimal counters is recommended. After the raid, catch Raging Bolt at Level 20 (1,847 - 1,930 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,308 - 2,412 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,930 CP.
Raging Bolt is a Legendary Pokémon obtainable through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, GO Battle League rewards (Rank 20+), and special event distributions. Check the current events for raid availability.
Shiny Raging Bolt is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.
Raging Bolt gets a weather boost in Rainy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,308 - 2,412 CP). The buddy distance is 20km per candy. Rare Candy is the most efficient option for powering up.
Q: What is Raging Bolt's max CP?
A: 3,829 CP at Level 50, or 3,377 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Raging Bolt good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.
Q: Can Raging Bolt be shiny?
A: Not yet — stay tuned for future releases.
Q: What is Raging Bolt weak to?
A: Ground, Ice, Dragon, Fairy-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Splash + Struggle for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.