What is Sawk's max CP in Pokémon GO?

Sawk's maximum CP is 3,189 when powered up to Level 50 with 15/15/15 IVs.

Is Sawk good in Pokémon GO?

Sawk has 231 Attack, 153 Defense, and 181 Stamina. It's an excellent attacker.

Can Sawk be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Yes, shiny Sawk is available in Pokémon GO.

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Hundo CP Values

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Raids

Lv. 20

1,517 - 1,593 CP

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Raids (WB)

Lv. 25

1,897 - 1,991 CP

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Max CP

Lv. 50

3,161 CP

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Eggs

Lv. 20

1,517 - 1,593 CP

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Research

Lv. 15

1,138 - 1,194 CP

Sawk

#539 · Unova

Fighting

☁️ Cloudy Boost

Base Stats

Attack 231

Defense 153

Stamina 181

Total: 565

Pokémon Info

Max CP	3,189
Generation	Unova (Gen 5)
Buddy Distance	5km
Released	✅ Yes
Shiny	✨ Yes
Shadow	❌ No

About Sawk

Sawk is a Fighting-type Pokémon from Unova (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,189 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Sawk has base stats of 231 Attack, 153 Defense, and 181 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 565.

With an exceptional Attack stat of 231, Sawk is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.

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

⚡ Fast Attacks

Move	Type	Power	Energy	DPS	EPS	PvP DPT	PvP EPT
Low Kick STAB	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Poison Jab	Poison	10	+7	12.5	-	-	-

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
Focus Blast STAB	Fighting	140	-75	-	150	-75
Low Sweep STAB	-	-	-	-	-	-
Body Slam	Normal	50	-35	-	60	-35
Brick Break STAB	-	-	-	-	-	-

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Sawk takes increased damage from these types:

Flying 1.6×

Psychic 1.6×

Fairy 1.6×

Resistances

Sawk takes reduced damage from these types:

Bug 0.625×

Rock 0.625×

Dark 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Sawk

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Deoxys	Psychic	345	115	137	3,615
2	Mewtwo	Psychic	300	182	214	4,780
3	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
4	Rayquaza	Dragon Flying	284	170	213	4,387
5	Salamence	Dragon Flying	277	168	216	4,289
6	Alakazam	Psychic	271	167	146	3,498
7	Azelf	Psychic	270	151	181	3,673
8	Latios	Dragon Psychic	268	212	190	4,362
9	Dragonite	Dragon Flying	263	198	209	4,338
10	Espeon	Psychic	261	175	163	3,626

🏆 Sawk PvP IV Rankings

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

🟢 Great League (1500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	0	15	15	20	1,495
2	1	14	15	20	1,497
3	2	13	15	20	1,499
4	1	15	14	20	1,498
5	2	14	14	20	1,500
6	0	14	15	20	1,491
7	1	13	15	20	1,493
8	0	15	14	20	1,492
9	2	15	12	20	1,497
10	2	12	15	20	1,495

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	0	14	15	37	2,498
2	0	15	14	37	2,499
3	3	15	15	36	2,500
4	1	15	12	37	2,497
5	0	11	13	38	2,499
6	2	14	12	37	2,500
7	0	13	15	37	2,490
8	0	15	8	38	2,497
9	0	14	14	37	2,492
10	2	15	15	36	2,489

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

📋 Sawk 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)	2,389	1,194	1,593	1,991	2,788	3,161
98% (15/15/14)	2,383	1,191	1,589	1,986	2,780	3,153
96% (15/14/15)	2,382	1,191	1,588	1,985	2,779	3,151
93% (14/14/14)	2,367	1,183	1,577	1,972	2,761	3,130
91% (15/13/13)	2,363	1,181	1,575	1,969	2,757	3,126
87% (13/13/13)	2,344	1,172	1,562	1,953	2,734	3,100
82% (12/12/12)	2,321	1,160	1,547	1,934	2,708	3,070
80% (10/15/15)	2,341	1,170	1,560	1,951	2,731	3,096
67% (10/10/10)	2,276	1,138	1,517	1,897	2,655	3,011
0% (0/0/0)	2,058	1,029	1,371	1,714	2,400	2,722

📊 Special CP Values

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

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)	3,161 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)	2,788 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)	1,517 - 1,593 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)	1,897 - 1,991 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)	1,517 - 1,593 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)	1,138 - 1,194 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

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

Lv	Max CP	Lv	Max CP
1	39	26	2,788
2	2,788	27	2,788
3	2,788	28	2,788
4	2,788	29	2,788
5	376	30	2,389
6	2,788	31	2,788
7	2,788	32	2,788
8	2,788	33	2,788
9	2,788	34	2,788
10	796	35	2,588
11	2,788	36	2,788
12	2,788	37	2,788
13	2,788	38	2,788
14	2,788	39	2,788
15	1,194	40	2,788
16	2,788	41	2,788
17	2,788	42	2,788
18	2,788	43	2,788
19	2,788	44	2,788
20	1,593	45	2,981
21	2,788	46	2,788
22	2,788	47	2,788
23	2,788	48	2,788
24	2,788	49	2,788
25	1,991	50	3,161

📖 Complete Sawk Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Sawk (#539) is a Fighting-type Pokémon from the Unova region (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,189 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Sawk is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Sawk in 2026.

📊 Sawk Stats Analysis

Sawk's Attack stat is 231 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Sawk a strong damage dealer.

With 153 Defense (Good) and 181 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 565. This gives Sawk reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Fighting-type Pokémon, Sawk's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Sawk Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Sawk depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Low Kick (Fast) with Focus 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. Sawk has 2 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Sawk PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Sawk 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 Fighting typing provides useful matchups against Bug, Rock, Dark-type threats while being weak to Flying, Psychic, Fairy types.

Master League

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

💪 Sawk Raid Guide & Counters

Sawk appears as a high-tier Raid Boss. Focus on Flying, Psychic, Fairy-type counters for maximum damage. With strong counters, 2-3 trainers can defeat it. After the raid, catch Sawk at Level 20 (1,517 - 1,593 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (1,897 - 1,991 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,593 CP.

🎯 How to Get Sawk in Pokémon GO

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

✨ Shiny Sawk in Pokémon GO

Shiny Sawk 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

Sawk gets a weather boost in Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,897 - 1,991 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 Sawk

Q: What is Sawk's max CP?
A: 3,161 CP at Level 50, or 2,788 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Sawk good?
A: Solid for Ultra League PvP and decent in raids.

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

Q: What is Sawk weak to?
A: Flying, Psychic, Fairy-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Low Kick + Focus Blast for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

Fighting Fighting-Type 🗺️ Unova 📱 Full Pokédex ✨ Shiny Checklist 📅 Events

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