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    Mega Pinsir

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    Mega Pinsir is a Bug and Flying-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO, with a maximum Combat Power of 4728 CP. Mega Pinsir best moveset in Pokémon GO is Bug Bite and X-Scissor. Shiny Mega Pinsir is available in Pokémon GO. Mega Pinsir is boosted by Rain and Windy weather.

    Mega Pinsir is weak to Rock (2x), Electric, Fire, Flying, and Ice moves. It is strong against Bug, Fighting, Grass, and Ground moves.

    Stats

    Max CP
    4728 CP
    Attack
    305 ATK
    Defense
    231 DEF
    Stamina
    163 STA
    Weather Boost
    • rainRain
    • windyWindy
    Released
    Yes Yes
    Shiny released
    Mega Pinsir can be Shiny in Pokémon GO Yes
    Buddy distance
    5 km
    Can Dynamax
    No No
    Max Battles Tier
    -Star

    Mega Pinsir weaknesses and resistances

    Weaknesses

    • RockRock256.0%
    • ElectricElectric160.0%
    • FireFire160.0%
    • FlyingFlying160.0%
    • IceIce160.0%

    Resistances

    • GroundGround24.4%
    • FightingFighting39.1%
    • GrassGrass39.1%
    • BugBug62.5%
    More informationMore information
    • Mega Pinsir takes increased damage from Rock, Electric, Fire, Flying, and Ice type moves.
    • Mega Pinsir takes reduced damage from Ground, Fighting, Grass, and Bug type moves.
    • Type chart shows the percentage (%) of damage taken from an incoming attack of a particular type.

    Mega Pinsir's best moves and movesets

    Moves

    Mega Pinsir's best moveset is Bug Bite and X-Scissor, with 18.23 DPS (damage per second) and 553.9 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Rain weather.

    Best Mega Pinsir moves
    BugBug Bite
    BugX-Scissor
    DPS18.23
    TDO553.87
    Score36.3
    Weather Boost
    • rain

    Mega Pinsir moves comparison

        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.BugBug Bite BugX-Scissor 18.23553.936.3
        2.BugBug Bite FightingSuperpower 16.46500.132.8
        3.BugBug Bite FightingClose Combat 16.05487.732.0
        4.BugFury Cutter BugX-Scissor 15.96484.931.8
        5.BugBug Bite FightingSubmission *15.83481.131.6
        6.BugFury Cutter FightingSuperpower 14.43438.628.8
        7.FightingRock Smash BugX-Scissor 14.15429.928.2
        8.BugFury Cutter FightingSubmission *13.42407.826.8
        9.BugFury Cutter FightingClose Combat 13.17400.226.3
        10.FightingRock Smash FightingSuperpower 13.13399.126.2
        11.BugBug Bite NormalVise Grip 12.68385.325.3
        12.FightingRock Smash FightingSubmission *12.27372.824.5
        1 of 2

        Fast Attacks

        • BugFury CutterDamage3Energy6Duration0.4s
          Toggle more information for move: Fury Cutter
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GrassGrass
            • PsychicPsychic
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • GhostGhost
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage3
          Energy6
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration0.4s
          Damage window0.1s - 0.4s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage2
          Energy4

          Effects
          Fury Cutter has no special effects.
          See Fury Cutter details page ↗
        • BugBug BiteDamage5Energy6Duration0.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Bug Bite
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GrassGrass
            • PsychicPsychic
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • GhostGhost
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage5
          Energy6
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration0.5s
          Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage3
          Energy3

          Effects
          Bug Bite has no special effects.
          See Bug Bite details page ↗
        • FightingRock SmashDamage15Energy10Duration1.3s
          Toggle more information for move: Rock Smash
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • NormalNormal
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • IceIce
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • BugBug
            • PsychicPsychic
            • FairyFairy
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage15
          Energy10
          Weather boost
          • cloudyCloudy
          Duration1.3s
          Damage window0.6s - 0.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage9
          Energy7

          Effects
          Rock Smash has no special effects.
          See Rock Smash details page ↗

        Charged Moves

        • NormalVise GripDamage35Energy33Duration1.9s
          Toggle more information for move: Vise Grip
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage35
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
          Duration1.9s
          Damage window1.1s - 1.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage40
          Energy40

          Effects
          Vise Grip has no special effects.
          See Vise Grip details page ↗
        • FightingSubmission *Damage60Energy50Duration2.2s
          Toggle more information for move: Submission
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • NormalNormal
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • IceIce
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • BugBug
            • PsychicPsychic
            • FairyFairy
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage60
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • cloudyCloudy
          Duration2.2s
          Damage window1.8s - 2.0s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage60
          Energy50

          Effects
          Submission has no special effects.
          See Submission details page ↗
        • BugX-ScissorDamage45Energy33Duration1.6s
          Toggle more information for move: X-Scissor
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GrassGrass
            • PsychicPsychic
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • GhostGhost
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage45
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration1.6s
          Damage window1.2s - 1.4s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage65
          Energy40

          Effects
          X-Scissor has no special effects.
          See X-Scissor details page ↗
        • FightingClose CombatDamage100Energy100Duration2.3s
          Toggle more information for move: Close Combat
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • NormalNormal
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • IceIce
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • BugBug
            • PsychicPsychic
            • FairyFairy
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage100
          Energy100
          Weather boost
          • cloudyCloudy
          Duration2.3s
          Damage window1.0s - 2.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage100
          Energy45

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Close Combat has a 100.0% chance to:

          • Decrease User's Defense by 33.3%
          See Close Combat details page ↗
        • FightingSuperpowerDamage85Energy50Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Superpower
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • NormalNormal
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • IceIce
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • BugBug
            • PsychicPsychic
            • FairyFairy
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage85
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • cloudyCloudy
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window2.1s - 2.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage85
          Energy40

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Superpower has a 100.0% chance to:

          • Decrease User's Attack by 20.0%
          • Decrease User's Defense by 20.0%
          See Superpower details page ↗
        Pokédex informationMore information

        The following chart shows Mega Pinsir's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Mega Pinsir's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

        If you are unable to get Mega Pinsir with its best moveset, we recommend to use Bug Bite/Superpower. You will lose around 9.7% DPS and TDO, which makes these moves a viable alternative to Mega Pinsir's strongest moveset (Bug Bite/X-Scissor).

        Legacy Elite Fast and Charge Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charge TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Mega Pinsir has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

        Mega Pinsir's PvE and PvP Ranking

        Shiny Pokémon icon
        RoleTier
        Raid AttackerRaid AttackerB TierExternal Link#138
        Bug Bug-type Attacker
        Bug Bite / X-Scissor        		S TierExternal Link#2
        Gym DefenderGym DefenderNot ranked

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        Special CP Values

        CP Chart

        Max CP values in Raids, Eggs, Field Research

        Mega Pinsir's has 4728 max CP (at Level 50). A Mega Pinsir obtained from Raids can be encountered from 2295 CP to 2389 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 2869 CP to 2987 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Mega Pinsir can be found in the 1721 CP to 1792 CP range.

        Max CPMax CP4728 CP
        Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
        Field ResearchResearch1721 CP - 1792 CP
        Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Pokémon EggEggs2295 CP - 2389 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaids2295 CP - 2389 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaidsWeather Boost
        • rainRain
        • windyWindy
        		2869 CP - 2987 CP
        Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        InfoMore information
        • Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
          • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
        • Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
          • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
        • Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
        • Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaraneed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

        Mega Pokémon that boost Mega Pinsir

        Photobomb

        A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Mega Pinsir's Bug and Flying-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Mega Pinsir.

        Bug Bug

        Flying Flying

        Pokédex informationMore information

        Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.

        Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.

        Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza
        • Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
        • Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
        • Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

        Max CP Chart

        CP Chart

        Max Combat Power per Level chart

        Mega Pinsir Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50.

        LVLCPLVLCPLVLCP
        159 CP2185 CP3311 CP
        4437 CP5564 CP6690 CP
        7816 CP8942 CP91069 CP
        101195 CP111314 CP121434 CP
        131553 CP141673 CP151792 CP
        161911 CP172031 CP182150 CP
        192270 CP202389 CP212509 CP
        222628 CP232748 CP242867 CP
        252987 CP263106 CP273226 CP
        283345 CP293465 CP303585 CP
        313644 CP323704 CP333764 CP
        343823 CP353883 CP363943 CP
        374003 CP384062 CP394122 CP
        404182 CP414235 CP424288 CP
        434342 CP444396 CP454451 CP
        464505 CP474560 CP484616 CP
        494672 CP504728 CP

        Mega Pinsir evolution chart

        Family
        PokémonRequiresEvolution
        Thumbnail image of PinsirPinsir
        • Mega Evolution Icon200 / 40 Mega Energy
        		Mega Pokemon BackgroundThumbnail image of Mega PinsirMega Pokémon iconMega Pinsir
        • Pinsir can Mega evolve into Mega Pinsir. Evolving Mega Pinsir costs 200 Mega energy the first time, and 40 energy every other time.

        Pokédex information

        Kanto
        Pokédex Number#127
        Height1.7 m
        Weight59 kg
        RegionKanto Generation 1
        Can be tradedAllowed
        Pokémon Home transferAllowed
        Base Catch Rate30%
        Base Flee Rate9%
        Catch rewards
        3 Candy
        100 Stardust
        Additional Move Cost
        75 Candy
        75000 Candy
        Mega Energy reward
        For walking as a Buddy        		25 Mega Energy

        Encounter data

        Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
        Movement Timer8s
        Jump Time2s
        Attack Probability10.0%
        Attack Timer3s
        Dodge Probability15.0%
        Dodge Duration0.0s
        Dodge Distance1
        Min Action Frequency1s
        Max Action Frequency2s

        Catch Rates

        Catch Rates

        The base catch rate for Mega Pinsir in Pokémon GO is 25.11%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 52.16% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 66.91%.

        CogConfigure
                  NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                  No Berry
                  		-25.11%28.29%35.19%41.43%
                  Curve38.83%43.18%52.16%59.72%
                  Razz BerryRazz Berry
                  		-35.19%39.27%47.82%55.17%
                  Curve52.16%57.17%66.91%74.44%
                  Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                  		- 40.57%45.04%54.19%61.82%
                  Curve58.72%63.85%73.48%80.54%
                  Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                  		- 51.46%56.45%66.18%73.74%
                  Curve70.74%75.66%84.17%89.70%
                  InfoMore information

                  Catch probability with multiple throws

                  In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Mega Pinsir, we enable the functionality to showing the total chance to catch it depending on the number of available throws. We calculate this chance as if you repeated the same throw N-number of times.

                  To activate this functionality, change the number of Number of throws to a value greater than 1. The Number of throws option is available in the configuration options above the chart

                  Catch rate formula

                  Pokémon GO catch rate formula can be expressed as follows:

                  • CATCH_MULTIPLIERS = ball * curve * berry * throwType * (type1Medal + type2Medal / 2)
                  • CATCH_RATE = 1 - Math.pow(1 - baseCatchRate / (2 * cpm), CATCH_MULTIPLIERS)

                  There are different multipliers that come into play when calculating catch rate.

                  Curved throws are more effective than regular throws, stronger types of Poké Ball have a higher catch rate, and using a Razz Berry or a Golden Razz Berry also improves your chances.

                  Catch rate multipliers

                  The following table shows all the different catch rate multipliers in Pokémon GO:

                  MultiplierAmount
                  Razz Berry1.5
                  Silver Pinap Berry1.8
                  Golden Razz Berry2.5
                  Curveball1.7
                  Nice Throw1.15
                  Great Throw1.5
                  Excellent Throw1.85
                  PokéBall1.0
                  Premier Ball1.0
                  Great Ball1.5
                  Ultra Ball2.0
                  Bronze medal1.1
                  Silver medal1.2
                  Gold medal1.3

                  Mega Pinsir family

                  Family

                  A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Mega Pinsir in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.

                  Official artwork of PinsirPinsir
                  Mega Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Mega PinsirMega Pinsir
                  Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow PinsirShadow Pinsir

                  List of Mega Pinsir costumes

                  Photobomb

                  A list of Mega Pinsir costumes available in Pokémon GO.

                  No costume sprites available

                  Mega Pinsir high resolution sprites

                  Photobomb

                  A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Mega Pinsir. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

                  No home sprites available

                  Wallpaper

                  Mega PinsirMega PinsirMega PinsirMega Pinsir

                  Mega Pinsir Pokédex entries

                  Kanto
                  VersionsPokédex entry
                  Red, BlueIf it fails to crush the victim in its pincers, it will swing it around and toss it hard.
                  YellowGrips its prey in its pincers and squeezes hard! It can't move if it's cold, so it lives in warm places.
                  GoldWith its horns, it digs burrows to sleep in at night. In the morning, damp soil clings to its body.
                  SilverSwings its long antlers wildly to attack. During cold periods, it hides deep in forests.
                  CrystalWhen the tempera­ ture drops at night, it sleeps on treetops or among roots where it is well hidden.
                  RubyPINSIR is astoundingly strong. It can grip a foe weighing twice its weight in its horns and easily lift it. This POKéMON’s movements turn sluggish in cold places.
                  SapphirePINSIR has a pair of massive horns Protruding from the surface of these horns are thorns. These thorns are driven deeply into the foe’s body when the pincer closes, making it tough for the foe to escape.
                  EmeraldTheir pincers are strong enough to shatter thick logs. Because they dislike cold, PINSIR burrow and sleep under the ground on chilly nights.
                  FireRedIts two long pincer horns are powerful. Once they grip an enemy, they won’t release until the foe is torn.
                  LeafGreenIf it fails to crush the foe in its pincers, it will swing around and toss the opponent.
                  Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, WhiteIt grips prey with its pincers until the prey is torn in half. What it can’t tear, it tosses far.
                  HeartGoldWith its pincer horns, it digs burrows to sleep in at night. In the morning, damp soil clings to its body.
                  SoulSilverIt swings its long pincer horns wildly to attack. During cold periods, it hides deep in forests.
                  Black 2, White 2It grips prey with its powerful pincers and will not let go until the prey is torn in half.
                  XIt grips prey with its pincers until the prey is torn in half. What it can’t tear, it tosses far.
                  YIt swings its long pincer horns wildly to attack. During cold periods, it hides deep in forests.
                  Omega RubyPinsir is astoundingly strong. It can grip a foe weighing twice its weight in its horns and easily lift it. This Pokémon’s movements turn sluggish in cold places.
                  Alpha SapphirePinsir has a pair of massive horns. Protruding from the surface of these horns are thorns. These thorns are driven deeply into the foe’s body when the pincer closes, making it tough for the foe to escape.
                  SunIt grips its prey in its pincers and splits them apart. Although it is a powerful Pokémon, it can’t deal with the cold.
                  MoonOne solid blow from its horns is enough to split apart a large tree. Its greatest rival in Alola is Vikavolt.
                  Ultra SunIt gets into territorial disputes with Vikavolt. For some reason, it apparently gets along well with Heracross in Alola.
                  Ultra MoonAlthough it’s tough, it can’t handle cold well. When night falls, it buries itself in leafage and sleeps.
                  Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!Grips its prey in its pincers and squeezes hard! It can’t move if it’s cold out, so it lives in warm places.
                  SwordThese Pokémon judge one another based on pincers. Thicker, more impressive pincers make for more popularity with the opposite gender.
                  ShieldThis Pokémon clamps its pincers down on its prey and then either splits the prey in half or flings it away.

                  Frequently Asked Questions

                  What are Mega Pinsir’s strengths and weaknesses?

                  Mega Pinsir is a Bug and Flying-type Pokémon and is weak to Rock (2x), Electric, Fire, Flying, and Ice-type moves. Mega Pinsir is strong against Bug, Fighting, Grass, and Ground-type moves.

                  What are the best moves for Mega Pinsir in Pokémon GO?

                  The best moves for Mega Pinsir in Pokémon GO are Bug Bite and X-Scissor. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 18.227 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 553.873.

                  How does Mega Pinsir perform in Raids?

                  Mega Pinsir has niche use in Raid, but is outclassed by other attackers. Ranks #138 as a Raid attacker.

                  How does Mega Pinsir rank as a Bug-type attacker?

                  Mega Pinsir is an S-Tier Bug-type attacker, ranking at number #2 and providing exceptional value due to its strong stats and effective moveset.

                  What Mega Pokémon boost Mega Pinsir?

                  The following Mega Pokémon boost Mega Pinsir: Mega Beedrill, Mega Pinsir, Mega Scizor, Mega Heracross, Primal Kyogre, Mega Pidgeot, Mega Pinsir, Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Salamence, and Mega Rayquaza.

                  What is Mega Pinsir’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

                  Mega Pinsir’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 4182 CP and 4728 CP at Level 50.

                  Can Mega Pinsir be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                  Mega Pinsir can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

                  Can Mega Pinsir Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                  Mega Pinsir cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.