Fire Fang + Flamethrower
Arcanine's best Fire-type moveset is Fire Fang / Flamethrower, with 13.20 DPS and 278.6 TDO. These moves are boosted by Sunny weather. Arcanine ranks #61 (C Tier) as a Fire attacker with that moveset.
Arcanine is a Fire-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 3,029 CP and is weak to Ground, Rock, and Water-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Fire Fang / Flamethrower. It is boosted by Sunny weather. Its shiny form is available.
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Arcanine takes increased damage from:
Ground160.0%
Rock160.0%
Water160.0%
Arcanine takes reduced damage from:
Bug62.5%
Fairy62.5%Fire62.5%
Grass62.5%
Ice62.5%
Steel62.5%
| 1. | Fire Fang |  Wild Charge | 11.88 | 13.26 | 279.9 |
| 2. | Fire Fang | Flamethrower | 11.83 | 13.20 | 278.6 |
| 3. | Fire Fang | Fire Blast | 11.69 | 13.04 | 275.3 |
| 4. |  Snarl | Wild Charge | 11.31 | 12.62 | 266.4 |
| 5. | Snarl | Flamethrower | 11.19 | 12.49 | 263.6 |
| 6. | Fire Fang |  Scorching Sands | 11.12 | 12.41 | 262.0 |
| 7. | Snarl | Fire Blast | 11.02 | 12.30 | 259.6 |
| 8. | Thunder Fang | Wild Charge | 11.02 | 12.29 | 259.5 |
Bite *
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| Damage | 6 |
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| Energy | 4 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 0.5s |
| Damage window | 0.3s - 0.5s |
| Damage | 2 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 4 |
Snarl11131.0s| Damage | 11 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 13 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.0s |
| Damage window | 0.8s - 0.9s |
| Damage | 5 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 13 |
Thunder Fang10131.0s| Damage | 10 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 13 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.0s |
| Damage window | 0.2s - 0.7s |
| Damage | 8 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 6 |
Fire Fang1391.0s| Damage | 13 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 9 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.0s |
| Damage window | 0.7s - 0.9s |
| Damage | 8 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 6 |
Crunch65333.0s| Damage | 65 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 33 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 3.0s |
| Damage window | 1.1s - 2.8s |
| Damage | 70 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 45 |
SpecialCrunch has a 20.0% chance to:
Wild Charge90502.5s| Damage | 90 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 2.5s |
| Damage window | 1.6s - 2.0s |
| Damage | 100 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 45 |
SpecialWild Charge has a 100.0% chance to:
Fire Blast1401004.0s| Damage | 140 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 100 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 4.0s |
| Damage window | 2.9s - 3.7s |
| Damage | 140 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 80 |
Flamethrower65502.0s| Damage | 65 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 2.0s |
| Damage window | 1.3s - 1.5s |
| Damage | 90 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 55 |
Scorching Sands90503.0s| Damage | 90 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 3.0s |
| Damage window | 1.4s - 2.3s |
| Damage | 80 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
SpecialScorching Sands has a 10.0% chance to:
Bulldoze *80503.5s| Damage | 80 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 3.5s |
| Damage window | 2.6s - 3.1s |
| Damage | 80 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 55 |
SpecialBulldoze has a 100.0% chance to:
Psychic Fangs25331.0s| Damage | 25 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 33 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.0s |
| Damage window | 0.2s - 0.9s |
| Damage | 40 |
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| Energy | 35 |
SpecialPsychic Fangs has a 100.0% chance to:
The following chart shows Arcanine's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Arcanine'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 Arcanine has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).
Arcanine reaches a maximum of 3,029 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,652–1,731 CP, rising to 2,066–2,164 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,239–1,298 CP.
 Max CP | 3029 CP |
|---|---|
| Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs | |
 Research | 1239 CP - 1298 CP |
| Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
 Eggs | 1652 CP - 1731 CP |
| Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
 Raids | 1652 CP - 1731 CP |
| Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
| 2066 CP - 2164 CP | |
| Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs |
Arcanine Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator
| LVL | Max CP | LVL | Max CP | LVL | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 42 CP | 2 | 134 CP | 3 | 225 CP |
| 4 | 317 CP | 5 | 408 CP | 6 | 500 CP |
| 7 | 591 CP | 8 | 683 CP | 9 | 774 CP |
| 10 | 865 CP | 11 | 952 CP | 12 | 1038 CP |
| 13 | 1125 CP | 14 | 1212 CP | 15 | 1298 CP |
| 16 | 1385 CP | 17 | 1471 CP | 18 | 1558 CP |
| 19 | 1644 CP | 20 | 1731 CP | 21 | 1817 CP |
| 22 | 1904 CP | 23 | 1991 CP | 24 | 2077 CP |
| 25 | 2164 CP | 26 | 2250 CP | 27 | 2337 CP |
| 28 | 2423 CP | 29 | 2510 CP | 30 | 2597 CP |
| 31 | 2640 CP | 32 | 2683 CP | 33 | 2726 CP |
| 34 | 2770 CP | 35 | 2813 CP | 36 | 2856 CP |
| 37 | 2900 CP | 38 | 2943 CP | 39 | 2986 CP |
| 40 | 3029 CP | 41 | 3068 CP | 42 | 3106 CP |
| 43 | 3145 CP | 44 | 3185 CP | 45 | 3224 CP |
| 46 | 3264 CP | 47 | 3304 CP | 48 | 3344 CP |
| 49 | 3384 CP | 50 | 3425 CP |
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A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Arcanine's Fire-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Arcanine.
FireMega 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
| Pokédex Number | #59 |
|---|---|
| Height | 1.9 m |
| Weight | 155 kg |
| Region | Generation 1 |
| Can be traded | Allowed |
| Buddy distance | 3 km |
| Released | Yes |
| Shiny released | Yes |
| Pokémon Home transfer | Allowed |
| Base Flee Rate | 0% |
| Catch rewards |  5 300 |
| Additional Move Cost | 5050000 |
A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Arcanine in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.
Growlithe
Arcanine
Dynamax Growlithe
Dynamax Arcanine
Hisuian Growlithe
Hisuian Arcanine
Shadow Hisuian Growlithe
Shadow Hisuian Arcanine
Shadow Growlithe
Shadow ArcanineArcanine's height ranges from 0.93 m to 3.33 m, with the average being 1.9 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.
| XXS | XS | M | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| |   | |  |
| 0.93 m | 0.95 m | 1.9 m | 2.85 m | 3.33 m |
This table shows the size bounds of Arcanine in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.
| Size | Lower bound | Upper bound |
|---|---|---|
| XXS | 0.931 m | 0.95 m |
| 3′01″ | 3′01″ | |
| XS | 0.95 m | 1.9 m |
| 3′01″ | 6′03″ | |
| M | 1.425 m | 2.375 m |
| 4′08″ | 7′10″ | |
| XL | 2.375 m | 2.85 m |
| 7′10″ | 9′04″ | |
| XXL | 2.85 m | 3.325 m |
| 9′04″ | 10′11″ |
| Movement type | MOVEMENT_JUMP |
|---|---|
| Movement Timer | 4s |
| Jump Time | 2s |
| Attack Probability | 10.0% |
| Attack Timer | 11s |
| Dodge Probability | 15.0% |
| Dodge Duration | 0.0s |
| Dodge Distance | 1 |
| Min Action Frequency | 1s |
| Max Action Frequency | 2s |
| LVL | Stardust | Candy |  Candy XL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 520,000 | 304 | 296 |
| 40 | 280,000 | 304 | 10 |
| 35 | 190,000 | 196 | - |
| 30 | 125,000 | 126 | - |
| 25 | 80,000 | 87 | - |
| 20 | 47,500 | 58 | - |
| 15 | 25,500 | 38 | - |
| 10 | 11,000 | 19 | - |
| 5 | 3,000 | 9 | - |
Arcanine Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Arcanine 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 Arcanine in Pokémon GO.
A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Arcanine. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.
| Versions | Pokédex entry |
|---|---|
| Red, Blue | A POKéMON that has been admired since the past for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings. |
| Yellow | A legendary POKé MON in China. Many people are charmed by its grace and beauty while running. |
| Gold | This legendary Chinese POKEMON is considered magnif icent. Many people are enchanted by its grand mane. |
| Silver | Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can't help but grovel before it. |
| Crystal | An ancient picture scroll shows that people were attracted to its movement as it ran through prairies. |
| Ruby, Sapphire | ARCANINE is known for its high speed. It is said to be capable of running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within this POKéMON’s body is its source of power. |
| Emerald | This fleet-footed POKéMON is said to run over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within its body is its source of power. |
| FireRed | A POKéMON that is described in Chinese legends. It is said to race at an unbelievable speed. |
| LeafGreen | A POKéMON that has long been admired for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings. |
| Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White | Its proud and regal appearance has captured the hearts of people since long ago. |
| HeartGold | This legendary Chinese Pokémon is considered magnificent. Many people are enchanted by its grand mane. |
| SoulSilver | Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can’t help but grovel before it. |
| Black 2, White 2, Sword | The sight of it running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night has captivated many people. |
| X, Shield | A Pokémon that has long been admired for its beauty. It runs agilely as if on wings. |
| Y | Its magnificent bark conveys a sense of majesty. Anyone hearing it can’t help but grovel before it. |
| Omega Ruby | Arcanine is known for its high speed. It is said to be capable of running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within this Pokémon’s body is its source of power. |
| Alpha Sapphire | Arcanine is known for its high speed. It is said to be capable of running over 6,200 miles in a single day and night. The fire that blazes wildly within this Pokémon’s body is its source of power. |
| Sun | Overflowing with beauty and majesty, this strong Pokémon appears in ancient Eastern folklore. |
| Moon | The fire burning inside its body serves as the energy to fuel it as it runs great distances. It appears in many legends. |
| Ultra Sun | Legends tell of its fighting alongside a general and conquering a whole country. |
| Ultra Moon | There are so many old tales about them that they’re called legendary Pokémon, but there are way more of them around than you’d expect. |
| Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee! | A legendary Pokémon in the East. Many people are charmed by the grace and beauty of its running. |
| Legends: Arceus | Snaps at its foes with fangs cloaked in blazing flame. Despite its bulk, it deftly feints every which way, leading opponents on a deceptively merry chase as it all but dances around them. |
The best moves for Arcanine in Pokémon GO are Fire Fang and Flamethrower. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 13.2 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 278.6.
Values use the default battle settings. Results vary with the opponent and weather.
Fire-type Pokémon are weak to Ground, Rock, and Water-type moves. They take reduced damage from Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, and Steel-type moves.
Arcanine’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3,029 CP and 3,425 CP at Level 50.
Arcanine can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.
Arcanine can Dynamax in Pokémon GO.
The following Mega Pokémon boost Arcanine: Mega Charizard X, Mega Charizard Y, Mega Houndoom, Mega Blaziken, Mega Camerupt, Primal Groudon, Mega Chandelure, and Mega Delphox.
Regular Arcanine
Shiny Arcanine
