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Mega Tyranitar

Mega Tyranitar (Mega)Rock Dark
  • partlyCloudy
  • fog
Mega Tyranitar is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Mega Tyranitar is a Rock and Dark-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 5,347 CP and is weak to Fighting, Bug, Fairy, Grass, Ground, Steel, and Water-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Smack Down / Stone Edge. It is boosted by Partly Cloudy and Fog weather. Its shiny form is available.

Mega Tyranitar Stats and Max CP

309 ATK
276 DEF
225 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
6045 CP
Lvl 40
5347 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
3820 CP
Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs
3055 CP
Lvl 15 Research
2292 CP

Mega Tyranitar's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

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Mega Tyranitar PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

Behold, one of the strongest Mega Evolutions in Pokémon GO! 😁

Mega Tyranitar is THE best Dark-type attacker in the game. It is also a fantastic Rock-type attacker, though it is outclassed by Rampardos in DPS. It is one of the best Megas you can get and is pretty much future-proof as well. A completely worthy candidate for level 50 in Pokémon GO! 💪

💎 Mega Tyranitar’s best moveset for PvE is Bite and Crunch or Smack Down and Stone Edge.

⚔️ Raids

Though Shadow Tyranitar edges out Mega Tyranitar slightly in DPS, Mega Tyranitar is way bulkier, boosts the damage of all Dark- and Rock-types in the Raid battle, and most importantly, the DPS difference is negligible, making Mega Tyranitar the superior choice as it lasts longer. 😌

One problem is that Smack Down is a legacy move, so you can’t switch between Bite and Smack Down as you wish. So, we recommend building two Tyranitar (Rock and Dark), with Stardust and Candy priority given to the Dark-type variant. 🖤

🛡️ Gyms

Mega Evolutions can’t be placed in Gyms.

Mega Tyranitar PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

Mega Evolutions aren't typically allowed in the GO Battle League, but in limited formats such as the Mega Master League, Mega Tyranitar is amazing, even being able to overpower some of its typical weaknesses, such as Kyogre, Charm Primarina, Landorus-Therian, Palkia, and Togekiss.

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

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
#16
RockRock-type
#3
DarkDark-type
#2
Great League: Mega EditionGreat League: Mega Edition
#690
Ultra League: Mega EditionUltra League: Mega Edition
#587
Master League: Mega EditionMaster League: Mega Edition
#9

Mega Tyranitar Type Chart

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

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

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

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

Mega Tyranitar best moveset

Moves

Smack Down + Stone Edge

Rock
RockSmack Down
RockStone Edge
Mega Tyranitar's best Rock-type moveset is Smack Down / Stone Edge, with 16.61 DPS and 625.6 TDO. These moves are boosted by Partly Cloudy weather. Mega Tyranitar ranks #3 (SS Tier) as a Rock attacker with that moveset.

Bite + Brutal Swing

Dark
DarkBite
DarkBrutal Swing
Mega Tyranitar's best Dark-type moveset is Bite / Brutal Swing, with 19.10 DPS and 719.3 TDO. These moves are boosted by Fog weather. Mega Tyranitar ranks #2 (S Tier) as a Dark attacker with that moveset.
1.DarkBiteDarkBrutal Swing17.9819.10719.3
2.RockSmack DownDarkBrutal Swing17.7618.86710.6
3.DragonDragon BreathDarkBrutal Swing16.9217.98677.2
4.SteelIron TailDarkBrutal Swing16.5317.56661.5
5.DarkBiteRockStone Edge15.8016.79632.5
6.RockSmack DownRockStone Edge15.6316.61625.6
7.DarkBiteDarkCrunch15.1316.08605.7
8.RockSmack DownDarkCrunch15.1116.06605.0
1–8 of 16

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 Mega Tyranitar's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Mega 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 Mega Tyranitar has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

Mega Tyranitar CP Chart

CP Chart

Mega Tyranitar reaches a maximum of 5,347 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 2,951–3,055 CP, rising to 3,689–3,820 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 2,213–2,292 CP.

Max CPMax CP5347 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch2213 CP - 2292 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs2951 CP - 3055 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids2951 CP - 3055 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
3689 CP - 3820 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

Mega 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
175 CP2237 CP3398 CP
4559 CP5721 CP6882 CP
71044 CP81205 CP91367 CP
101528 CP111681 CP121833 CP
131986 CP142139 CP152292 CP
162444 CP172597 CP182750 CP
192903 CP203055 CP213208 CP
223361 CP233514 CP243667 CP
253820 CP263972 CP274125 CP
284278 CP294431 CP304584 CP
314660 CP324736 CP334813 CP
344889 CP354966 CP365042 CP
375118 CP385195 CP395271 CP
405347 CP415415 CP425484 CP
435552 CP445621 CP455691 CP
465761 CP475832 CP485902 CP
495974 CP506045 CP

Pokédex information

Johto
Pokédex Number#248
Height2.5 m
Weight255 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 Mega Tyranitar

Photobomb

A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Mega Tyranitar's Rock and Dark-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Mega 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 Mega Tyranitar Candy296 Mega Tyranitar Candy XL
LVL 40280,000 Stardust304 Mega Tyranitar Candy10 Mega Tyranitar Candy XL
LVL 35190,000 Stardust196 Mega Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 30125,000 Stardust126 Mega Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 2580,000 Stardust87 Mega Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 2047,500 Stardust58 Mega Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 1525,500 Stardust38 Mega Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 1011,000 Stardust19 Mega Tyranitar Candy-
LVL 53,000 Stardust9 Mega Tyranitar Candy-

Mega Tyranitar Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Mega 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 Mega Tyranitar in Pokémon GO.

Power-Up Calculator

Mega Tyranitar family

A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Mega 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
Mega Tyranitar (Mega)Mega Tyranitar (Mega)Mega Tyranitar (Mega)Scaled Human Trainer to 170 cmMega Tyranitar (Mega)Mega Tyranitar (Mega)
1.23 m1.25 m2.5 m3.75 m5 m

Mega Tyranitar's height ranges from 1.23 m to 5 m, with the average being 2.5 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 Mega Tyranitar in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

SizeLower boundUpper bound
XXS1.225 m1.25 m
4′00″4′01″
XS1.25 m2.5 m
4′01″8′02″
M1.875 m3.125 m
6′02″10′03″
XL3.125 m3.75 m
10′03″12′04″
XXL3.75 m5 m
12′04″16′05″

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 Mega Tyranitar

Mega Tyranitar high resolution sprites

A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Mega 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

Mega Tyranitar Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

Mega TyranitarMega TyranitarMega TyranitarMega Tyranitar

Mega 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 Mega Tyranitar’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Rock and Dark-type Pokémon, Mega 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 Mega Tyranitar in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Mega Tyranitar in Pokémon GO are Bite and Brutal Swing. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 19.096 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 719.326.

How does Mega Tyranitar perform in Raids?

Mega Tyranitar has niche use in Raid, but is outclassed by other attackers. Ranks #16 as a Raid attacker.

How does Mega Tyranitar rank as a Rock-type attacker?

Mega Tyranitar is an SS-Tier Rock-type attacker, ranking at number #3 and providing exceptional value due to its strong stats and effective moveset.

How does Mega Tyranitar rank as a Dark-type attacker?

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

What Mega Pokémon boost Mega Tyranitar?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Mega 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 Mega Tyranitar’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

Mega Tyranitar’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 5347 CP and 6045 CP at Level 50.

Can Mega Tyranitar be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Mega Tyranitar can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Mega Tyranitar Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Mega Tyranitar cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.