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Hundo CP Values
⚔️
Raids
Lv. 20
2,054 - 2,142 CP
🌤️
Raids (WB)
Lv. 25
2,568 - 2,678 CP
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Max CP
Lv. 50
4,251 CP
🥚
Eggs
Lv. 20
2,054 - 2,142 CP
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Research
Lv. 15
1,540 - 1,607 CP
Salamence Pokemon GO

Salamence

#373 · Hoenn
DragonFlying
☁️ Windy Boost

Base Stats

Attack 277
Defense 168
Stamina 216
Total: 661

Pokémon Info

Max CP4,289
GenerationHoenn (Gen 3)
Buddy Distance5km
Released✅ Yes
Shiny✨ Yes
Shadow😈 Yes

About Salamence

Salamence is a Dragon/Flying-type Pokémon from Hoenn (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 4,289 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Salamence has base stats of 277 Attack, 168 Defense, and 216 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 661.

With an exceptional Attack stat of 277, Salamence is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Salamence is also available from Team GO Rocket encounters, dealing 20% more damage.

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

🔄 Evolution Chain

⚡ Fast Attacks

MoveTypePowerEnergyDPSEPSPvP DPTPvP EPT
Dragon Tail STABDragon15+913.6---
Fire Fang-------
BiteDark6+412.0---

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

💥 Charged Attacks

MoveTypePowerEnergyDPSPvP PwrPvP Nrg
Fire BlastFire140-80-140-80
Hydro Pump------
Draco Meteor STABDragon150-65-150-65
Fly------
Brutal Swing------
CrunchDark70-33-70-45
Outrage ELITE STABDragon110-50-110-60

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Salamence takes increased damage from these types:

Ice 2.56×
Dragon 1.6×
Fairy 1.6×
Rock 1.6×

Resistances

Salamence takes reduced damage from these types:

Grass 0.391×
Ground 0.391×
Fire 0.625×
Water 0.625×
Fighting 0.625×
Bug 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Salamence

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

#PokémonTypeATKDEFSTAMax CP
1 Rampardos Rock2951092193,773
2 Archeops Rock Flying2921391813,811
3 Rayquaza Dragon Flying2841702134,387
4 Haxorus Dragon2841721834,110
5 Palkia Water Dragon2802151894,565
6 Eternatus Poison Dragon2781922685,067
7 Salamence Dragon Flying2771682164,289
8 Dialga Steel Dragon2752112054,620
9 Reshiram Dragon Fire2752112054,620
10 Zekrom Dragon Electric2752112054,620

🏆 Salamence PvP IV Rankings

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

🟢 Great League (1500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
101113151,500
20149151,499
31139151,500
40915151,498
501211151,497
60157151,496
70158151,500
81815151,499
911111151,498
102155151,500

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
10149252,500
20915252,498
301014252,500
401112252,496
51815252,500
671515242,500
71156252,499
801211252,498
911012252,498
100139252,493

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

📋 Salamence IV Chart

Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.

IVsWild L30Research L15Raid L20WB L25Max L40L50
100% (15/15/15)3,2141,6072,1422,6783,7494,251
98% (15/15/14)3,2071,6032,1372,6723,7414,242
96% (15/14/15)3,2051,6022,1362,6713,7394,239
93% (14/14/14)3,1871,5932,1242,6563,7184,216
91% (15/13/13)3,1821,5912,1212,6523,7124,209
87% (13/13/13)3,1601,5802,1072,6343,6874,181
82% (12/12/12)3,1341,5672,0892,6113,6564,146
80% (10/15/15)3,1591,5792,1052,6323,6854,178
67% (10/10/10)3,0811,5402,0542,5683,5954,076
0% (0/0/0)2,8251,4121,8832,3543,2953,736

📊 Special CP Values

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

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)4,251 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)3,749 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)2,054 - 2,142 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)2,568 - 2,678 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)2,054 - 2,142 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)1,540 - 1,607 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

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

LvMax CPLvMax CP
153263,749
23,749273,749
33,749283,749
43,749293,749
5505303,214
63,749313,749
73,749323,749
83,749333,749
93,749343,749
101,071353,481
113,749363,749
123,749373,749
133,749383,749
143,749393,749
151,607403,749
163,749413,749
173,749423,749
183,749433,749
193,749443,749
202,142454,010
213,749463,749
223,749473,749
233,749483,749
243,749493,749
252,678504,251

📖 Complete Salamence Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Salamence (#373) is a Dragon/Flying-type Pokémon from the Hoenn region (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 4,289 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Salamence is one of the most powerful Pokémon in the game. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Salamence in 2026.

📊 Salamence Stats Analysis

Salamence's Attack stat is 277 (Elite). This is among the highest in the game, making Salamence an elite attacker for raids and gym battles.

With 168 Defense (Good) and 216 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 661. This gives Salamence reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Dragon-type Pokémon, Salamence's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Salamence Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Salamence depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Dragon Tail (Fast) with Fire Blast (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. Salamence has 3 Fast Attacks and 7 Charged Attacks to choose from. Note that Salamence has Elite TM moves that may outperform standard options in certain formats.

🏆 Salamence PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Master League

With 4,251 CP at Level 50, Salamence is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.

💪 Salamence Raid Guide & Counters

Salamence appears as a high-tier Raid Boss. Focus on Ice, Dragon, Fairy-type counters for maximum damage. With strong counters, 2-3 trainers can defeat it. After the raid, catch Salamence at Level 20 (2,054 - 2,142 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,568 - 2,678 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 2,142 CP.

🎯 How to Get Salamence in Pokémon GO

Salamence can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Windy weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Salamence Evolution Guide

Salamence 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 Salamence

Shadow Salamence is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Salamence's effective Attack becomes ~332. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Salamence in Pokémon GO

Shiny Salamence 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

Salamence gets a weather boost in Windy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,568 - 2,678 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.

💡 Tips & Tricks

  • Best IVs for PvP: Master League: 15/15/15. Capped leagues: low Attack, high Def/Sta.
  • 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 Salamence

Q: What is Salamence's max CP?
A: 4,251 CP at Level 50, or 3,749 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Salamence good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.

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

Q: What is Salamence weak to?
A: Ice, Dragon, Fairy, Rock-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Dragon Tail + Fire Blast for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

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

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

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