Tyranitar

Tyranitar is a Rock and Dark-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 3,834 CP and is weak to Fighting, Bug, Fairy, Grass, Ground, Steel, and Water-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Bite / Brutal Swing. It is boosted by Partly Cloudy and Fog weather. Its shiny form is available.

Tyranitar Stats and Max CP

251 ATK
207 DEF
225 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
4335 CP
Lvl 40
3834 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
2739 CP
Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs
2191 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1643 CP

Tyranitar's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

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Tyranitar PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

TYRANITAR.

The very name evokes awe and power, and rightfully so. 🤩

While its Mega Evolution is preferred and Tyranitar itself is outclassed in both its types (Rock and Dark), it still remains a force to be reckoned with. 👏 Tyranitar is one of those monsters you definitely must have in Pokémon GO. 👍

💎 Tyranitar’s best moveset for PvE is Bite and Brutal Swing (preferred) or Smack Down and Stone Edge (great).

⚔️ Raids

Tyranitar functions better as a Dark-type attacker, punishing Psychic-type Raid Bosses as it double-resists their attacks. It's good as a Rock-type attacker but not as efficient. Keep in mind that its biggest strength is its high TDO. 💪

🛡️ Gyms

Tyranitar has impressive bulk, but its Rock/Dark typing gives it a whopping 7 weaknesses, including a double weakness to Fighting-types, the most common Gym attackers. 😬

Tyranitar PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

Tyranitar’s high stats make it ideal for the higher PvP Leagues. It hits hard, has a great moveset, and beats some top threats. The biggest issue is its host of weaknesses, which definitely take a toll on its survivability in battles. To put it into perspective, it requires farming energy and switching in/out of battles at the right time to ensure optimal performance. 🙂

💎 Tyranitar’s best moveset for PvP is Smack Down, Stone Edge, and Brutal Swing.

🔵 Great League

Tyranitar’s high ATK results in its bulk being toned down due to the Great League’s restrictions. Add its many weaknesses, and you can see why this Pseudo-Legendary has a tough time navigating through this format. 😶

🟡 Ultra League

The Ultra League is easier on Tyranitar, but it still suffers from its numerous weaknesses. It does bag a few impressive wins, but is underwhelming overall. 🫤

🟣 Master League

Weaknesses like Fairy, Ground, Steel, and Water are fairly common in the Master League, so it's challenging to run Tyranitar successfully. 🫣

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Gym DefenderGym Defender
RockRock-type
DarkDark-type
Great LeagueGreat League
Ultra LeagueUltra League
Master LeagueMaster League

Tyranitar Type Chart

Tyranitar takes increased damage from:Tyranitar takes increased damage from:

FightingFighting256.0%
BugBug160.0%
FairyFairy160.0%
GrassGrass160.0%
GroundGround160.0%
SteelSteel160.0%
WaterWater160.0%

Tyranitar takes reduced damage from:Tyranitar takes reduced damage from:

PsychicPsychic39.1%
DarkDark62.5%
FireFire62.5%
FlyingFlying62.5%
GhostGhost62.5%
NormalNormal62.5%
PoisonPoison62.5%

Tyranitar best moveset

Moves

Bite + Brutal Swing

Tyranitar's best Dark-type moveset is Bite / Brutal Swing, with 15.76 DPS and 440.9 TDO. These moves are boosted by Fog weather. Tyranitar ranks #14 (A Tier) as a Dark attacker with that moveset.

Smack Down + Stone Edge

Tyranitar's best Rock-type moveset is Smack Down / Stone Edge, with 13.51 DPS and 378.2 TDO. These moves are boosted by Partly Cloudy weather. Tyranitar ranks #20 (A Tier) as a Rock attacker with that moveset.
1.DarkBiteDarkBrutal Swing14.5115.76440.9
2.RockSmack DownDarkBrutal Swing14.2815.51433.9
3.DragonDragon BreathDarkBrutal Swing13.6914.86415.9
4.SteelIron TailDarkBrutal Swing13.3214.47404.9
5.DarkBiteRockStone Edge12.6613.75384.6
6.RockSmack DownRockStone Edge12.4413.51378.2
7.DarkBiteDarkCrunch12.1813.23370.2
8.RockSmack DownDarkCrunch12.1213.17368.4

Fast Attacks

  • DarkBite640.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Bite
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage6
    Energy4
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage2
    Energy4

    Effects
    Bite has no special effects.
    See Bite details page ↗
  • DragonDragon Breath640.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Dragon Breath
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • DragonDragon
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage6
    Energy4
    Weather boost
    • windyWindy
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage3
    Energy4

    Effects
    Dragon Breath has no special effects.
    See Dragon Breath details page ↗
  • RockSmack Down *1371.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Smack Down
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • BugBug
      • FireFire
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • GroundGround
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage13
    Energy7
    Weather boost
    • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.6s - 0.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage11
    Energy8

    Effects
    Smack Down has no special effects.
    See Smack Down details page ↗
  • SteelIron Tail1461.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Iron Tail
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • RockRock
      • IceIce
      • FairyFairy
    • 62.5%
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • ElectricElectric
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage14
    Energy6
    Weather boost
    • snowSnow
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 0.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage10
    Energy7

    Effects
    Iron Tail has no special effects.
    See Iron Tail details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • DarkCrunch65333.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Crunch
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage65
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.1s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage70
    Energy45

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Crunch has a 20.0% chance to:

    • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
    See Crunch details page ↗
  • DarkBrutal Swing65332.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Brutal Swing
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage65
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.3s - 1.7s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage55
    Energy35

    Effects
    Brutal Swing has no special effects.
    See Brutal Swing details page ↗
  • FireFire Blast1401004.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Fire Blast
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • BugBug
      • SteelSteel
      • GrassGrass
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • FireFire
      • WaterWater
      • DragonDragon
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage140
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • sunnySunny
    Duration4.0s
    Damage window2.9s - 3.7s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage140
    Energy80

    Effects
    Fire Blast has no special effects.
    See Fire Blast details page ↗
  • RockStone Edge1051002.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Stone Edge
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • BugBug
      • FireFire
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • GroundGround
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage105
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
    Duration2.5s
    Damage window0.9s - 2.3s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage100
    Energy55

    Effects
    Stone Edge has no special effects.
    See Stone Edge details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

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

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

Tyranitar CP Chart

CP Chart

Tyranitar reaches a maximum of 3,834 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 2,103–2,191 CP, rising to 2,629–2,739 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,577–1,643 CP.

Max CPMax CP3834 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1577 CP - 1643 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs2103 CP - 2191 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids2103 CP - 2191 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
2629 CP - 2739 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 guaranteed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
154 CP2170 CP3285 CP
4401 CP5517 CP6633 CP
7748 CP8864 CP9980 CP
101096 CP111205 CP121315 CP
131424 CP141534 CP151643 CP
161753 CP171862 CP181972 CP
192081 CP202191 CP212300 CP
222410 CP232520 CP242629 CP
252739 CP262848 CP272958 CP
283068 CP293177 CP303287 CP
313341 CP323396 CP333451 CP
343506 CP353561 CP363615 CP
373670 CP383725 CP393780 CP
403834 CP413883 CP423932 CP
433981 CP444031 CP454081 CP
464131 CP474182 CP484232 CP
494283 CP504335 CP

Pokédex information

Johto
Pokédex Number#248
Height2.01 m
Weight202 kg
RegionGeneration 2
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance5 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate0%
Catch rewards
Candy10
Stardust500
Additional Move Cost
Candy75
Stardust75000
Mega Energy reward
For walking as a Buddy
Candy25 Mega Energy

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
LarvitarLarvitar
  • 25 Candy25 Candy
PupitarPupitar
PupitarPupitar
  • 100 Candy100 Candy
TyranitarTyranitar
TyranitarTyranitar
  • 300 / 60 Energy (Mega Evolution)300 / 60 Energy (Mega Evolution)
Mega Tyranitar (Mega)Mega Tyranitar
  • Larvitar evolves into Pupitar which costs 25 Candy.
  • Pupitar evolves into Tyranitar which costs 100 Candy.
  • Tyranitar can transform into Mega Tyranitar through Mega Evolution. This costs 300 energy the first time and 60 energy each subsequent time.

Mega Pokémon that boost Tyranitar

Photobomb

A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Tyranitar's Rock and Dark-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Tyranitar.

Rock Rock

Dark Dark

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.

Power-up costs

StardustCandyCandy XL
LVL 50520,000 Stardust304 Tyranitar Candy296 Tyranitar Candy XL
LVL 40280,000 Stardust304 Tyranitar Candy10 Tyranitar Candy XL
LVL 35190,000 Stardust196 Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 30125,000 Stardust126 Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 2580,000 Stardust87 Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 2047,500 Stardust58 Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 1525,500 Stardust38 Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 1011,000 Stardust19 Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 53,000 Stardust9 Tyranitar Candy-

Tyranitar Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Tyranitar from Level 1 to Level 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50. It will cost you 520,000 Stardust, 304 Candy, and 296 Candy XL to fully power up Tyranitar in Pokémon GO.

Tyranitar family

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

LarvitarLarvitar
PupitarPupitar
TyranitarTyranitar
Mega Tyranitar (Mega)Mega Tyranitar
Shadow Larvitar (Shadow)Shadow Larvitar
Shadow Pupitar (Shadow)Shadow Pupitar
Shadow Tyranitar (Shadow)Shadow Tyranitar

Size information

XXSXSMXLXXL
TyranitarTyranitarTyranitarScaled Human Trainer to 170 cmTyranitarTyranitar
0.98 m1 m2.01 m3.02 m4.02 m

Tyranitar's height ranges from 0.98 m to 4.02 m, with the average being 2.01 m. The illustration shows a comparison with a 1.70 m (5′07″) tall Trainer. Max height has been limited to 450px for rendering purposes.

Size bounds

This table shows the size bounds of Tyranitar in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

SizeLower boundUpper bound
XXS0.9849 m1.005 m
3′03″3′04″
XS1.005 m2.0100000000000002 m
3′04″6′07″
M1.5075 m2.5125 m
4′11″8′03″
XL2.5125 m3.015 m
8′03″9′11″
XXL3.015 m4.02 m
9′11″13′02″

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer11s
Jump Time2s
Attack Probability30.0%
Attack Timer20s
Dodge Probability15.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance1
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Regular and Shiny Tyranitar

Tyranitar high resolution sprites

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

Official artwork

Tyranitar Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

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Tyranitar Pokédex entries

Johto
VersionsPokédex entry
GoldIts body can't be harmed by any sort of attack, so it is very eager to make challenges against enemies.
SilverExtremely strong, it can change the landscape. It has an insolent nature that makes it not care about others.
CrystalIn just one of its mighty hands, it has the power to make the ground shake and moun­ tains crumble.
Ruby, SapphireTYRANITAR is so overwhelmingly powerful, it can bring down a whole mountain to make its nest. This POKéMON wanders about in mountains seeking new opponents to fight.
EmeraldA TYRANITAR is so overwhelmingly powerful, it can bring down a whole mountain to make its nest. It roams in mountains seeking new opponents to fight.
FireRed, LeafGreenIts body can’t be harmed by any sort of attack, so it is very eager to make challenges against enemies.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, WhiteIf it rampages, it knocks down mountains and buries rivers. Maps must be redrawn afterward.
HeartGoldIts body can’t be harmed by any sort of attack, so it is very eager to make challenges against enemies.
SoulSilverExtremely strong, it can change the landscape. It has an insolent nature that makes it not care about others.
Black 2, White 2The quakes caused when it walks make even great mountains crumble and change the surrounding terrain.
XIn just one of its mighty hands, it has the power to make the ground shake and mountains crumble.
YIf it rampages, it knocks down mountains and buries rivers. Maps must be redrawn afterward.
Omega Ruby, Alpha SapphireTyranitar is so overwhelmingly powerful, it can bring down a whole mountain to make its nest. This Pokémon wanders about in mountains seeking new opponents to fight.
Ultra SunIt wanders through the mountains seeking opponents to fight. If it finds an opponent that’s not worthy, Tyranitar ignores it and wanders on.
Ultra MoonThis Pokémon is a mobile disaster, leaving mountains crumbled and houses destroyed in its wake.
SwordIts body can’t be harmed by any sort of attack, so it is very eager to make challenges against enemies.
ShieldThe quakes caused when it walks make even great mountains crumble and change the surrounding terrain.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Tyranitar’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Rock and Dark-type Pokémon, Tyranitar is especially weak against Fighting-type moves, and weak against Bug, Fairy, Grass, Ground, Steel, and Water-type moves.

What are the best moves for Tyranitar in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Tyranitar in Pokémon GO are Bite and Brutal Swing. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 15.758 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 440.935.

How does Tyranitar perform in Raids?

Tyranitar struggles to perform in Raids.

How does Tyranitar rank as a Rock-type attacker?

Tyranitar is a solid A-Tier Rock-type attacker, ranking at number #20. It is reliable in many situations but not the absolute best.

How does Tyranitar rank as a Dark-type attacker?

Tyranitar is a solid A-Tier Dark-type attacker, ranking at number #14. It is reliable in many situations but not the absolute best.

What Mega Pokémon boost Tyranitar?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Tyranitar: Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Tyranitar, Mega Diancie, Mega Gyarados, Mega Houndoom, Mega Tyranitar, Mega Sableye, Mega Sharpedo, Mega Absol, Mega Greninja, and Mega Malamar.

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

Tyranitar’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3834 CP and 4335 CP at Level 50.

Can Tyranitar be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Tyranitar can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Tyranitar Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Tyranitar cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.