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.
It quickly swings its four arms to rock its opponents with ceaseless punches and chops from all angles.
It uses its four powerful arms to pin the limbs of its foe, then throws the victim 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 |
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, Dragonite can KO Machamp with Outrage (108-127%). Azelf's Explosion hits Machamp for 81-96%.
 Dragonite Dragon | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityInnerfocus ItemLife Orb NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Dragonite builds →Extreme Speed48-57% Outrage108-127%KO | ||
 Azelf Psychic | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemFocus Sash NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Azelf builds →Explosion81-96% U Turn11-13% | ||
HeartGold & SoulSilver 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 39 partners from the Humanshape egg group. Notable egg moves include Bullet Punch, Close Combat, Counter and 10 more.
HeartGold & SoulSilver Machamp Best Moveset
Best Build
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Moves
Egg moves make a real difference. Machamp gets Bullet Punch and Close Combat exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Coverage across 9 types rounds out the picture alongside Focus Punch and Focus Blast.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Machamp in HeartGold & SoulSilver
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 HeartGold & SoulSilver
Machop is your first catch on the way to Machamp. You'll find walking and trade encounters from Lv. 12-45 across 38 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch MachopMt. Mortar - 1F NorthHeartGoldGrass Lv.13-15 CaveCommonEarlyMt. Mortar - 1F NorthSoulSilverGrass Lv.13-15 CaveCommonEarlyRock Tunnel - 1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.12 CaveUncommonEarlyRock Tunnel - 1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.12 CaveUncommonEarlyMt. Mortar - 1F SouthHeartGoldGrass Lv.14 CaveUncommonEarlyMt. Mortar - 1F SouthSoulSilverGrass Lv.14 CaveUncommonEarlyMt. Mortar - B1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.16 CaveUncommonMidMt. Mortar - B1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.16 CaveUncommonMidCliff Cave - 1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.19 CaveUncommonMidCliff Cave - 1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.19 CaveUncommonMidCliff Cave - 2FSoulSilverGrass Lv.19 CaveUncommonMidCliff Cave - 2FHeartGoldGrass Lv.19 CaveUncommonMidCliff Cave - B1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.19 CaveUncommonMidCliff Cave - B1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.19 CaveUncommonMidMt. Mortar - 2FHeartGoldGrass Lv.28 CaveRareMidMt. Mortar - 2FSoulSilverGrass Lv.28 CaveRareMidGoldenrod CityHeartGoldIn-game trade CityLimitedTrade for (give Drowzee)Goldenrod CitySoulSilverIn-game trade CityLimitedTrade for (give Drowzee)
Step 2Catch or Evolve MachokeRock Tunnel - 1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.14 CaveRareEarlyRock Tunnel - 1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.14 CaveRareEarlyCliff Cave - 1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.22 CaveRareMidCliff Cave - 1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.22 CaveRareMidCliff Cave - 2FHeartGoldGrass Lv.22 CaveRareMidCliff Cave - 2FSoulSilverGrass Lv.22 CaveRareMidCliff Cave - B1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.22 CaveRareMidCliff Cave - B1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.22 CaveRareMidMt. Mortar - 2FHeartGoldGrass Lv.32 CaveCommonLateMt. Mortar - 2FSoulSilverGrass Lv.32 CaveCommonLateCerulean Cave - 1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.39-40 CaveUncommonLateMorning/dayCerulean Cave - 1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.39-40 CaveUncommonLateMorning/dayCerulean Cave - 2FHeartGoldGrass Lv.39 CaveUncommonLateNightCerulean Cave - 2FSoulSilverGrass Lv.39 CaveUncommonLateNightCerulean Cave - 2FHeartGoldGrass Lv.39-42 CaveUncommonLateMorning/dayCerulean Cave - 2FSoulSilverGrass Lv.39-42 CaveUncommonLateMorning/dayCerulean Cave - B1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.45 CaveUncommonLateCerulean Cave - B1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.45 CaveUncommonLateCerulean Cave - 1FHeartGoldGrass Lv.39-40 CaveRareLateNightCerulean Cave - 1FSoulSilverGrass Lv.39-40 CaveRareLateNightor evolve from Machop (Step 1)
Step 3Machamp ✓
Machamp Guide
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, Machamp works as a wallbreaker with 505 BST behind it. C-Tier on our list: a niche pick in HeartGold & SoulSilver's meta. That 130 base Attack does the heavy lifting.
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.
In HeartGold & SoulSilver, the best way to handle Machamp: Status moves (Toxic, Will-O-Wisp) wear it down. Setup sweepers can use it as a boost opportunity. Special attackers bypass its physical bulk.
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.
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- 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