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    Rapidash

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    Rapidash is a Fire-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Fire-type Pokémon, Rapidash is weak to Ground, Rock, and Water-type moves.

    Rapidash's maximum Combat Power stat is 2782 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Fire Spin and Wild Charge. Rapidash encounters are boosted during Sunny weather. Shiny Rapidash is available! ✨

    StatsStats

    Max CP2782 CP
    Attack207 ATK
    Defense162 DEF
    Stamina163 HP
    Buddy distance3 km
    ReleasedYes
    Shiny releasedYes

    Rapidash Type Chart

    Rapidash takes increased damage from:Rapidash takes increased damage from:
    +60.0%
    • Ground
    • Rock
    • Water
    Rapidash takes reduced damage from:Rapidash takes reduced damage from:
    -37.5%
    • Bug
    • Fairy
    • Fire
    • Grass
    • Ice
    • Steel

    Rapidash's Tier Ranking

    Raid AttackerRaid AttackerNot ranked
    Gym DefenderGym DefenderF TierExternal Link
    Fire Fire-type Attacker
    Fire Spin / Fire Blast    		F TierExternal Link#87

    Rapidash's best moves and movesets

    Moves
    Rapidash's best moveset is Fire Spin and Wild Charge, with 12.25 DPS (damage per second) and 158.5 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Sunny and Rain weather. You need an Elite Charge TM to teach Rapidash Wild Charge.
    • DPS12.25
    • TDO158.54
    • Weather
      • sunny
      • rain
        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.FireFire Spin ElectricWild Charge *12.25158.521.3
        2.FireFire Spin FireFire Blast 11.71151.620.4
        3.FireIncinerate ElectricWild Charge *11.70151.520.3
        4.FireFire Spin GroundScorching Sands 11.54149.320.1
        5.FireFire Spin GroundDrill Run 11.22145.319.5
        6.FireEmber *ElectricWild Charge *11.17144.619.4
        7.FireIncinerate GroundScorching Sands 11.06143.219.2
        8.FireIncinerate FireFire Blast 10.98142.119.1
        1 of 3
        Pokédex informationMore information

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

        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 Rapidash has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

        Fast Attacks

        • FightingLow KickDamage5Energy5Duration0.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Low Kick
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • NormalNormal
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • IceIce
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • BugBug
            • PsychicPsychic
            • FairyFairy
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage5
          Energy5
          Weather boost
          • cloudyCloudy
          Duration0.5s
          Damage window0.2s - 0.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage4
          Energy5

          Effects
          Low Kick has no special effects.
          See Low Kick details page ↗
        • FireEmber *Damage10Energy10Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Ember
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • BugBug
            • SteelSteel
            • GrassGrass
            • IceIce
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • DragonDragon
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage10
          Energy10
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.6s - 0.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage7
          Energy6

          Effects
          Ember has no special effects.
          See Ember details page ↗
        • FireFire SpinDamage13Energy9Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Fire Spin
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • BugBug
            • SteelSteel
            • GrassGrass
            • IceIce
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • DragonDragon
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage13
          Energy9
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.8s - 0.9s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage11
          Energy10

          Effects
          Fire Spin has no special effects.
          See Fire Spin details page ↗
        • FireIncinerateDamage32Energy22Duration2.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Incinerate
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • BugBug
            • SteelSteel
            • GrassGrass
            • IceIce
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • DragonDragon
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage32
          Energy22
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration2.5s
          Damage window0.7s - 2.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage20
          Energy20

          Effects
          Incinerate has no special effects.
          See Incinerate details page ↗

        Charged Moves

        • FireHeat WaveDamage95Energy100Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Heat Wave
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • BugBug
            • SteelSteel
            • GrassGrass
            • IceIce
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • DragonDragon
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage95
          Energy100
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window1.7s - 2.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage95
          Energy75

          Effects
          Heat Wave has no special effects.
          See Heat Wave details page ↗
        • GroundDrill RunDamage85Energy50Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Drill Run
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • PoisonPoison
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • ElectricElectric
          • 62.5%
            • BugBug
            • GrassGrass
          • 39.1%
            • FlyingFlying
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage85
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window1.9s - 2.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage80
          Energy45

          Effects
          Drill Run has no special effects.
          See Drill Run details page ↗
        • FireFlame ChargeDamage70Energy33Duration4.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Flame Charge
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • BugBug
            • SteelSteel
            • GrassGrass
            • IceIce
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • DragonDragon
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage70
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration4.0s
          Damage window3.1s - 3.6s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage65
          Energy50

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Flame Charge has a 100.0% chance to:

          • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
          See Flame Charge details page ↗
        • FireFire BlastDamage140Energy100Duration4.0s
          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 ↗
        • ElectricWild Charge *Damage90Energy50Duration2.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Wild Charge
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • WaterWater
          • 62.5%
            • GrassGrass
            • ElectricElectric
            • DragonDragon
          • 39.1%
            • GroundGround
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage90
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration2.5s
          Damage window1.6s - 2.0s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage100
          Energy45

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Wild Charge has a 100.0% chance to:

          • Decrease User's Defense by 33.3%
          See Wild Charge details page ↗
        • GroundScorching SandsDamage90Energy50Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Scorching Sands
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • PoisonPoison
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • ElectricElectric
          • 62.5%
            • BugBug
            • GrassGrass
          • 39.1%
            • FlyingFlying
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage90
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window1.4s - 2.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage80
          Energy50

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Scorching Sands has a 30.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Attack by 20.0%
          See Scorching Sands details page ↗

        Special CP Values

        CP Chart

        Rapidash's has 2782 max CP (at Level 50). A Rapidash obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1335 CP to 1406 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 1669 CP to 1757 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Rapidash can be found in the 1002 CP to 1054 CP range.

        Max CPMax CP2782 CP
        Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
        Field ResearchResearch1002 CP - 1054 CP
        Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Pokémon EggEggs1335 CP - 1406 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaids1335 CP - 1406 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        1669 CP - 1757 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.

        Max CP Chart

        CP Chart

        Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

        LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
        134 CP2109 CP3183 CP
        4257 CP5331 CP6406 CP
        7480 CP8554 CP9629 CP
        10703 CP11773 CP12843 CP
        13914 CP14984 CP151054 CP
        161125 CP171195 CP181265 CP
        191336 CP201406 CP211476 CP
        221546 CP231617 CP241687 CP
        251757 CP261828 CP271898 CP
        281969 CP292039 CP302109 CP
        312144 CP322179 CP332215 CP
        342250 CP352285 CP362320 CP
        372355 CP382390 CP392425 CP
        402461 CP412492 CP422523 CP
        432555 CP442587 CP452619 CP
        462651 CP472683 CP482716 CP
        492749 CP502782 CP

        Rapidash in the meta

        Rapidash in the meta

        PvE AnalysisPvE Analysis

        Rapidash is a mid-tier Fire-type attacker, most often used as a Gym slot filler. Rapidash got Wild Charge as a Community Day move in September of 2024, and while it did improve its PvP ranking, it didn't help in PvE. Unfortunately for this wild horse, there are many better Fire-types out there.

        PvE AnalysisPvP Analysis

        Rapidash's fortunes changed for the better when it received Incinerate, and it seems that they changed again for the better when it got access to Wild Charge. Although it is far from a core meta pick, Rapidash has the potential to cover a lot of ground in Great League and Ultra League. Incinerate is the only PvP viable fast move for Kanto Rapidash:

        • Great League – The recommended moveset is Incinerate, Wild Charge, and Flame Charge, but don't expect too much, with a roughly 40% win rate across the board. Rapidash is more of a spice pick in the Great League, probably a good pick in some limited meta leagues.
        • Ultra League – Rapidash will only work in the Ultra League with a hefty XL Candy investment, as it needs those 40+ levels to reach 2500 CP. Go for a high IV Rapidash if you are stingy, and keep the same moveset as in GL. You should be getting around a 58% win rate with Wild Charge and Flame Charge.
        • Master League – No wild horses in the Master League.

        Mega Pokémon that boost Rapidash

        Photobomb

        A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Rapidash's Fire-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Rapidash.

        Fire Fire

        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.

        Catch Rates

        Catch Rates

        The base catch rate for Rapidash in Pokémon GO is 16.74%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 37.32% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 50.38%.

        CogConfigure
                NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                No Berry
                		-16.74%19.00%24.03%28.75%
                Curve26.76%30.10%37.32%43.79%
                Razz BerryRazz Berry
                		-24.03%27.09%33.78%39.85%
                Curve37.32%41.56%50.38%57.86%
                Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                		- 28.09%31.56%39.02%45.67%
                Curve42.91%47.52%56.87%64.55%
                Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                		- 36.74%40.94%49.69%57.14%
                Curve54.09%59.15%68.90%76.32%
                InfoMore information

                Catch probability with multiple throws

                In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Rapidash, 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

                Pokédex information

                Kanto
                Pokédex Number#78
                Height1.7 m
                Weight95 kg
                RegionGeneration 1
                Can be tradedAllowed
                Pokémon Home transferAllowed
                Base Catch Rate20%
                Base Flee Rate0%
                Catch rewards
                Candy5
                Stardust300
                Additional Move Cost
                Candy50
                Stardust50000

                Size information

                XXSXSMXLXXL
                Rapidash scaled to 0.74x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Rapidash scaled to 0.75x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Rapidash scaled to 1.25x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Scaled Human Trainer to 170 cmRapidash scaled to 1.75x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Rapidash scaled to 1.7999999999999998x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)
                0.83 m0.85 m1.7 m2.55 m2.64 m

                Rapidash's height ranges from 0.83 m to 2.64 m, with the average being 1.7 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 Rapidash in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

                SizeLower boundUpper bound
                XXS0.833 m0.85 m
                2′09″2′09″
                XS0.85 m1.7 m
                2′09″5′07″
                M1.275 m2.125 m
                4′02″6′12″
                XL2.125 m2.55 m
                6′12″8′04″
                XXL2.55 m2.635 m
                8′04″8′08″

                Encounter data

                Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
                Movement Timer6s
                Jump Time1s
                Attack Probability10.0%
                Attack Timer17s
                Dodge Probability20.0%
                Dodge Duration0.0s
                Dodge Distance1
                Min Action Frequency1s
                Max Action Frequency2s

                Rapidash Pokédex entries

                Kanto
                VersionsPokédex entry
                Red, BlueVery competitive, this POKéMON will chase anything that moves fast in the hopes of racing it.
                YellowJust loves to run. If it sees some­ thing faster than itself, it will give chase at top speed.
                GoldAt full gallop, its four hooves barely touch the ground because it moves so incredi­ bly fast.
                SilverWith incredible acceleration, it reaches its top speed of 150 mph after running just ten steps.
                CrystalIt just loves to gallop. The faster it goes, the long­ er the swaying flames of its mane will become.
                Ruby, SapphireRAPIDASH usually can be seen casually cantering in the fields and plains. However, when this POKéMON turns serious, its fiery manes flare and blaze as it gallops its way up to 150 mph.
                EmeraldIt usually canters casually in the fields and plains. But once a RAPIDASH turns serious, its fiery manes flare and blaze as it gallops its way up to 150 mph.
                FireRedIt can gallop at a top speed of 150 miles per hour. It can race as fast as a bullet train while ablaze.
                LeafGreenVery competitive, this POKéMON will chase anything that moves fast in the hopes of racing it.
                DiamondIt gallops at nearly 150 mph. With its mane blazing ferociously, it races as if it were an arrow.
                PearlIt has astounding acceleration. From a standstill, it can reach top speed within 10 steps.
                Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2When at an all-out gallop, its blazing mane sparkles, enhancing its beautiful appearance.
                HeartGoldAt full gallop, its four hooves barely touch the ground because it moves so incredibly fast.
                SoulSilverWith incredible acceleration, it reaches its top speed of 150 mph after running just 10 steps.
                XVery competitive, this Pokémon will chase anything that moves fast in the hopes of racing it.
                YIt gallops at nearly 150 mph. With its mane blazing ferociously, it races as if it were an arrow.
                Omega RubyRapidash usually can be seen casually cantering in the fields and plains. However, when this Pokémon turns serious, its fiery manes flare and blaze as it gallops its way up to 150 mph.
                Alpha SapphireRapidash usually can be seen casually cantering in the fields and plains. However, when this Pokémon turns serious, its fiery manes flare and blaze as it gallops its way up to 150 mph.
                Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!Just loves to run. If it sees something faster than itself, it will give chase at top speed.
                SwordThis Pokémon can be seen galloping through fields at speeds of up to 150 mph, its fiery mane fluttering in the wind.
                ShieldThe fastest runner becomes the leader, and it decides the herd’s pace and direction of travel.
                Legends: ArceusFiery mane aglow, Rapidash darts like an arrow across the land. This prodigiously swift creature can traverse the vast region of Hisui in a day and a half.

                Sprites

                Photobomb

                Regular and Shiny Rapidash

                Rapidash high resolution sprites

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

                Wallpaper

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                Frequently Asked Questions

                What are Rapidash’s strengths and weaknesses?

                As a Fire-type Pokémon, Rapidash is weak to Ground, Rock, and Water-type moves.

                What are the best moves for Rapidash in Pokémon GO?

                The best moves for Rapidash in Pokémon GO are Fire Spin and Wild Charge. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 12.246 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 158.542.

                How does Rapidash perform in Raids?

                Rapidash's Raid attacker tier is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

                How does Rapidash rank as a Fire-type attacker?

                Rapidash is an F-Tier Fire-type attacker and not recommended for Raid battles.

                What Mega Pokémon boost Rapidash?

                The following Mega Pokémon boost Rapidash: Mega Houndoom, Mega Blaziken, and Primal Groudon.

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

                Rapidash’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2461 CP and 2782 CP at Level 50.

                Can Rapidash be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                Rapidash can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

                Can Rapidash Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                Rapidash cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.