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Swinub
Base Stats
Pokémon Info
| Max CP | 847 |
| Generation | Johto (Gen 2) |
| Buddy Distance | 3km |
| Released | ✅ Yes |
| Shiny | ✨ Yes |
| Shadow | 😈 Yes |
About Swinub
Swinub is a Ice/Ground-type Pokémon from Johto (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 847 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Swinub has base stats of 90 Attack, 69 Defense, and 137 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 296.
Swinub can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO. Shadow Swinub is also available from Team GO Rocket encounters, dealing 20% more damage.
In Snow weather, Swinub receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Swinub is 3km per candy.
🔄 Evolution Chain
⚡ Fast Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tackle | Normal | 5 | +5 | 10.0 | - | - | - |
| Powder Snow STAB | Ice | 6 | +8 | 6.0 | - | - | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Icy Wind | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Body Slam | Normal | 50 | -35 | - | 60 | -35 |
| Rock Slide | Rock | 80 | -50 | - | 75 | -45 |
🛡️ Type Effectiveness
Weaknesses
Swinub takes increased damage from these types:
Resistances
Swinub takes reduced damage from these types:
🎯 Best Counters Against Swinub
Top Pokémon to use when battling Swinub in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Kartana
| Grass Steel | 323 | 182 | 139 | 4,206 |
| 2 |
Pheromosa
| Bug Fighting | 316 | 85 | 174 | 3,251 |
| 3 |
Blacephalon
| Fire Ghost | 315 | 148 | 142 | 3,772 |
| 4 |
Palkia
| Water Dragon | 280 | 215 | 189 | 4,565 |
| 5 |
Dialga
| Steel Dragon | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 6 |
Reshiram
| Dragon Fire | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 7 |
Chandelure
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
| 8 |
Kyogre
| Water | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 9 |
Marshadow
| Fighting Ghost | 265 | 190 | 207 | 4,268 |
| 10 |
Volcarona
| Bug Fire | 264 | 189 | 198 | 4,155 |
🏆 Swinub 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 | 840 |
🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 50 | 840 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
📋 Swinub 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) | 635 | 317 | 423 | 529 | 741 | 840 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 633 | 316 | 422 | 527 | 738 | 837 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 631 | 315 | 420 | 526 | 736 | 835 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 623 | 311 | 415 | 519 | 727 | 824 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 623 | 311 | 415 | 519 | 727 | 824 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 611 | 305 | 407 | 509 | 713 | 808 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 599 | 299 | 399 | 499 | 699 | 793 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 604 | 302 | 403 | 504 | 705 | 800 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 576 | 288 | 384 | 480 | 673 | 763 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 468 | 234 | 312 | 390 | 546 | 619 |
📊 Special CP Values
Important CP values for Swinub with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 840 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 741 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 384 - 423 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 480 - 529 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 384 - 423 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 288 - 317 CP |
📈 Max CP by Level
Maximum CP for Swinub with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 | 26 | 741 |
| 2 | 741 | 27 | 741 |
| 3 | 741 | 28 | 741 |
| 4 | 741 | 29 | 741 |
| 5 | 99 | 30 | 635 |
| 6 | 741 | 31 | 741 |
| 7 | 741 | 32 | 741 |
| 8 | 741 | 33 | 741 |
| 9 | 741 | 34 | 741 |
| 10 | 211 | 35 | 688 |
| 11 | 741 | 36 | 741 |
| 12 | 741 | 37 | 741 |
| 13 | 741 | 38 | 741 |
| 14 | 741 | 39 | 741 |
| 15 | 317 | 40 | 741 |
| 16 | 741 | 41 | 741 |
| 17 | 741 | 42 | 741 |
| 18 | 741 | 43 | 741 |
| 19 | 741 | 44 | 741 |
| 20 | 423 | 45 | 792 |
| 21 | 741 | 46 | 741 |
| 22 | 741 | 47 | 741 |
| 23 | 741 | 48 | 741 |
| 24 | 741 | 49 | 741 |
| 25 | 529 | 50 | 840 |
📖 Complete Swinub Pokémon GO Guide 2026
Swinub (#220) is a Ice/Ground-type Pokémon from the Johto region (Generation 2) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 847 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Swinub has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Swinub in 2026.
📊 Swinub Stats Analysis
Swinub's Attack stat is 90 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Swinub may compensate with bulk or utility.
With 69 Defense (Below Average) and 137 Stamina (Average), the total stat product is 296. Trainers should be mindful of Swinub's limited bulk. Compared to other Ice-type Pokémon, Swinub's stat distribution is balanced.
⚔️ Best Swinub Moveset in Pokémon GO
The best moveset for Swinub depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Tackle (Fast) with Icy Wind (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. Swinub has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.
🏆 Swinub PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026
Great League (1500 CP)
In Great League, Swinub 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 Ice/Ground typing provides useful matchups against Electric, Poison-type threats while being weak to Fire, Fighting, Steel types.
Master League
In Master League, Swinub faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.
💪 Swinub Raid Guide & Counters
As a raid attacker, Swinub's effectiveness depends on its typing and 90 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Swinub use Fire, Fighting-type moves.
🎯 How to Get Swinub in Pokémon GO
Swinub can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Snow weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.
🔄 Swinub Evolution Guide
Swinub 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 Swinub
Shadow Swinub is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Swinub's effective Attack becomes ~108. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.
✨ Shiny Swinub in Pokémon GO
Shiny Swinub 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
Swinub gets a weather boost in Snow weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (480 - 529 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 Swinub
Q: What is Swinub's max CP?
A: 840 CP at Level 50, or 741 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Swinub good?
A: Limited competitive use, but viable for themed battles.
Q: Can Swinub be shiny?
A: Yes! Shiny Swinub is available.
Q: What is Swinub weak to?
A: Fire, Fighting, Steel, Water, Grass-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Tackle + Icy Wind for optimal DPS.
📚 Related Guides
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.