Stats & Training
Nothing fancy in Machamp's spread. It leans physical with Attack out front. And you'll get 3 Attack EVs per KO for it. Follows a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
Its four ruggedly developed arms can launch a flurry of 1,000 punches in just two seconds.
Its superpowerful punches are said to knock the victim flying clear over the horizon.
Machamp Weakness
Machamp is weak to Flying and Psychic. Not many exploitable gaps in the Fighting typing defensive chart. With 90 HP and balanced defenses, Machamp can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Flying, Psychic |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Bug, Rock, Dark |
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
In FireRed & LeafGreen, Registeel's Explosion hits Machamp for 48-57%. Regice deals 42-50% with Explosion.
 | S | |
Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemLeftovers NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Blissey builds →Ice Beam24-29% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityClearbody ItemLeftovers NatureCareful Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Registeel builds →Explosion48-57% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityClearbody ItemLeftovers NatureQuiet Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Regice builds →Ice Beam40-48% Thunderbolt27-32% Explosion42-50% | ||
 | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityInnerfocus ItemSalacberry NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Glalie builds →Explosion46-54% Ice Beam26-31% | ||
 Armaldo RockBug | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityBattlearmor ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Armaldo builds →Rock Blast8-9% Knock Off5-6% | ||
FireRed & LeafGreen Evolution
Machamp evolved from Machop's chain using a trade. It's a non-standard trigger, so check the details below. Breed this form to get Machop eggs (average hatch time). The evolution from Machop pushed Machamp to 505 total stats. Attack saw the largest single gain at +50. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Machamp to get Machop eggs easily using 28 partners from the Humanshape egg group. Notable egg moves include Counter, Encore, Light Screen and 4 more.
FireRed & LeafGreen Machamp Best Moveset
the remaining moves is what separates a good sweep from a wasted boost. After Bulk Up, Machamp threatens a wide range with flexible EVs and Leftovers backing every hit.
Best Build
Machamp best EVs are Attack and HP
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Rock Slide
- Cross Chop
- Hidden Power Ghost
- Bulk Up
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Egg moves make a real difference. Machamp gets Counter and Encore exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Ground and Normal coverage and more rounds out the picture alongside Focus Punch and Cross Chop.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Machamp in FireRed & LeafGreen
Machamp's 3-stage chain starts with Machop, which appears at solid rates in the locations below. Level through 3 stages while you find a trade partner. Everything except the trade step is solo.
How to Obtain Machamp in FireRed & LeafGreen
Machop is your first catch on the way to Machamp. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 16-52 across 32 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch MachopRock Tunnel - 1FFireRedGrass Lv.16-17 CaveUncommonMidRock Tunnel - 1FLeafGreenGrass Lv.16-17 CaveUncommonMidRock Tunnel - B1FFireRedGrass Lv.17 CaveUncommonMidRock Tunnel - B1FLeafGreenGrass Lv.17 CaveUncommonMidMt. Ember - 1F Summit PathFireRedGrass Lv.31-39 VolcanoCommonLateMt. Ember - 1F Summit PathLeafGreenGrass Lv.31-39 VolcanoCommonLateMt. Ember - 3F Summit PathLeafGreenGrass Lv.31-39 VolcanoCommonLateMt. Ember - 3F Summit PathFireRedGrass Lv.31-39 VolcanoCommonLateMt. Ember - 2F Summit PathFireRedGrass Lv.32-36 VolcanoCommonLateMt. Ember - 2F Summit PathLeafGreenGrass Lv.32-36 VolcanoCommonLateVictory Road - 1FFireRedGrass Lv.32 CaveUncommonLateVictory Road - 1FLeafGreenGrass Lv.32 CaveUncommonLateVictory Road - 3FFireRedGrass Lv.32 CaveUncommonLateVictory Road - 3FLeafGreenGrass Lv.32 CaveUncommonLateVictory Road - 2FFireRedGrass Lv.34 CaveUncommonLateVictory Road - 2FLeafGreenGrass Lv.34 CaveUncommonLateMt. Ember - BaseFireRedGrass Lv.35 VolcanoUncommonLateMt. Ember - BaseLeafGreenGrass Lv.35 VolcanoUncommonLate
Step 2Catch or Evolve MachokeMt. Ember - 2F Summit PathLeafGreenGrass Lv.38-40 VolcanoUncommonLateMt. Ember - 2F Summit PathFireRedGrass Lv.38-40 VolcanoUncommonLateVictory Road - 1FLeafGreenGrass Lv.44-46 CaveRareLateVictory Road - 1FFireRedGrass Lv.44-46 CaveRareLateVictory Road - 3FFireRedGrass Lv.44-46 CaveRareLateVictory Road - 3FLeafGreenGrass Lv.44-46 CaveRareLateCerulean Cave - 1FFireRedGrass Lv.46 CaveUncommonPostCerulean Cave - 1FLeafGreenGrass Lv.46 CaveUncommonPostCerulean Cave - 2FFireRedGrass Lv.49 CaveUncommonPostCerulean Cave - 2FLeafGreenGrass Lv.49 CaveUncommonPostCerulean Cave - B1FLeafGreenGrass Lv.52 CaveUncommonPostCerulean Cave - B1FFireRedGrass Lv.52 CaveUncommonPostVictory Road - 2FFireRedGrass Lv.46-48 CaveRarePostVictory Road - 2FLeafGreenGrass Lv.46-48 CaveRarePostor evolve from Machop (Step 1)
Step 3Machamp ✓
Machamp Guide
In FireRed & LeafGreen, Machamp works as a wallbreaker with 505 BST behind it. B-Tier on our list: a solid option in FireRed & LeafGreen for the right team. Rock Slide with Leftovers is the standard set.
Guts is the go-to ability for Machamp. It increases Attack to 1.5× with a major status ailment. Its hidden ability Steadfast can work in specific setups. No Guard is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
Machamp is a physical attacker with base 130 Attack. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. At base 55 Speed, it won't be moving first often. Fits the wallbreaker role.
For FireRed & LeafGreen, the core moveset is Rock Slide, Crosschop, Hiddenpowerghost, and Bulk Up. Rock Slide leads at 22% usage. This set covers the wallbreaker role with a mix of damage and utility.
Game Availability
Available since Red & Blue, Machamp appears in 21 games spanning 10 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained a Gigantamax form in Generation 8.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwShGigantamax
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves