What is Tepig's max CP in Pokémon GO?

Tepig's maximum CP is 1,239 when powered up to Level 50 with 15/15/15 IVs.

Is Tepig good in Pokémon GO?

Tepig has 115 Attack, 85 Defense, and 163 Stamina. It has niche uses depending on the meta.

Can Tepig be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Yes, shiny Tepig is available in Pokémon GO.

Home› Pokédex› Unova› Tepig

←

Serperior Pignite

→

Hundo CP Values

⚔️

Raids

Lv. 20

571 - 618 CP

🌤️

Raids (WB)

Lv. 25

714 - 773 CP

⭐

Max CP

Lv. 50

1,228 CP

🥚

Eggs

Lv. 20

571 - 618 CP

🔬

Research

Lv. 15

428 - 464 CP

Tepig

#498 · Unova

Fire

☁️ Sunny Boost

Base Stats

Attack 115

Defense 85

Stamina 163

Total: 363

Pokémon Info

Max CP	1,239
Generation	Unova (Gen 5)
Buddy Distance	3km
Released	✅ Yes
Shiny	✨ Yes
Shadow	❌ No

About Tepig

Tepig is a Fire-type Pokémon from Unova (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 1,239 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Tepig has base stats of 115 Attack, 85 Defense, and 163 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 363.

Tepig can be used in various battle formats depending on its moveset and the current meta. Its shiny form is available in Pokémon GO.

In Sunny weather, Tepig receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Tepig is 3km per candy.

🔄 Evolution Chain

Tepig

#498

→

🍬 25

Pignite

#499

→

🍬 100

Emboar

#500

⚡ Fast Attacks

Move	Type	Power	Energy	DPS	EPS	PvP DPT	PvP EPT
Tackle	Normal	5	+5	10.0	-	-	-
Ember STAB	Fire	10	+10	10.0	-	-	-

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
Flame Charge STAB	Fire	70	-33	-	65	-50
Flamethrower STAB	Fire	70	-55	-	90	-55
Body Slam	Normal	50	-35	-	60	-35

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Tepig takes increased damage from these types:

Water 1.6×

Ground 1.6×

Rock 1.6×

Resistances

Tepig takes reduced damage from these types:

Fire 0.625×

Grass 0.625×

Ice 0.625×

Bug 0.625×

Steel 0.625×

Fairy 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Tepig

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Rampardos	Rock	295	109	219	3,773
2	Archeops	Rock Flying	292	139	181	3,811
3	Palkia	Water Dragon	280	215	189	4,565
4	Kyogre	Water	270	228	205	4,708
5	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
6	Inteleon	Water	262	142	172	3,391
7	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
8	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231
9	Excadrill	Ground Steel	255	129	242	3,711
10	Kleavor	Bug Rock	253	174	172	3,600

🏆 Tepig 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	1,228

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#	ATK	DEF	STA	Lv	CP
1	15	15	15	50	1,228

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

📋 Tepig 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)	928	464	618	773	1,083	1,228
98% (15/15/14)	925	462	617	771	1,080	1,224
96% (15/14/15)	923	461	615	769	1,077	1,222
93% (14/14/14)	914	457	609	761	1,066	1,209
91% (15/13/13)	914	457	609	761	1,066	1,209
87% (13/13/13)	900	450	599	749	1,049	1,190
82% (12/12/12)	885	442	590	738	1,033	1,171
80% (10/15/15)	892	446	595	744	1,041	1,180
67% (10/10/10)	857	428	571	714	1,000	1,134
0% (0/0/0)	724	362	483	603	845	958

📊 Special CP Values

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

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)	1,228 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)	1,083 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)	571 - 618 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)	714 - 773 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)	571 - 618 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)	428 - 464 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

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

Lv	Max CP	Lv	Max CP
1	15	26	1,083
2	1,083	27	1,083
3	1,083	28	1,083
4	1,083	29	1,083
5	146	30	928
6	1,083	31	1,083
7	1,083	32	1,083
8	1,083	33	1,083
9	1,083	34	1,083
10	309	35	1,005
11	1,083	36	1,083
12	1,083	37	1,083
13	1,083	38	1,083
14	1,083	39	1,083
15	464	40	1,083
16	1,083	41	1,083
17	1,083	42	1,083
18	1,083	43	1,083
19	1,083	44	1,083
20	618	45	1,158
21	1,083	46	1,083
22	1,083	47	1,083
23	1,083	48	1,083
24	1,083	49	1,083
25	773	50	1,228

📖 Complete Tepig Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Tepig (#498) is a Fire-type Pokémon from the Unova region (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 1,239 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Tepig has its niche uses in certain battle scenarios. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Tepig in 2026.

📊 Tepig Stats Analysis

Tepig's Attack stat is 115 (Below Average). The lower Attack stat means Tepig may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 85 Defense (Below Average) and 163 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 363. This gives Tepig reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Fire-type Pokémon, Tepig's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Tepig Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Tepig depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Tackle (Fast) with Flame Charge (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. Tepig has 2 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Tepig PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Tepig 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 Fire typing provides useful matchups against Fire, Grass, Ice-type threats while being weak to Water, Ground, Rock types.

Master League

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

💪 Tepig Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Tepig's effectiveness depends on its typing and 115 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Tepig use Water, Ground-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Tepig in Pokémon GO

Tepig can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Sunny/Clear weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 3km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Tepig Evolution Guide

Tepig is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

Tepig (#498) ← current
Pignite (#499) — 25 Candy
Emboar (#500) — 100 Candy

Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.

✨ Shiny Tepig in Pokémon GO

Shiny Tepig 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

Tepig gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (714 - 773 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 Tepig

Q: What is Tepig's max CP?
A: 1,228 CP at Level 50, or 1,083 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Tepig good?
A: Limited competitive use, but viable for themed battles.

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

Q: What is Tepig weak to?
A: Water, Ground, Rock-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Tackle + Flame Charge for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

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

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