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.
One arm alone can move mountains. Using all four arms, this Pokémon fires off awesome punches.
One arm alone can move mountains. Using all four arms, this Pokémon fires off awesome punches.
Machamp Weakness
Machamp is weak to Flying, Psychic, and Fairy. With 90 HP and balanced defenses, Machamp can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Flying, Psychic, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Bug, Rock, Dark |
 Mewtwo Psychic | S | |
Obtain MethodCerulean Cave Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Mewtwo builds →Psychic 2x103-122%KO Psybeam 2x75-89% Confusion 2x58-69% | ||
 Zapdos Electric | A | |
Obtain MethodPower Plant Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Zapdos builds →Drill Peck 2x62-73% Peck 2x27-33% | ||
 Dragonite Dragon | B | |
 Moltres Fire | B | |
Obtain MethodVictory Road Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Moltres builds →Air Slash 2x72-85% Wing Attack 2x51-60% | ||
 Articuno Ice | C | |
Obtain MethodSeafoam Islands Interact Encounter | ||
In Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee, Tapu Koko threatens a KO with Dazzling Gleam (94-110%). Tapu Lele's Moonblast also KOs at 138-163%.
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityIron Barbs ItemLeftovers NatureSassy Moves View Ferrothorn builds →
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 Tapu Koko ElectricFairy | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityElectric Surge ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Tapu Koko builds →Thunderbolt53-62% Volt Switch41-49% Dazzling Gleam 2x94-110%KO | ||
 Tapu Lele PsychicFairy | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPsychic Surge ItemChoice Specs NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Tapu Lele builds →Moonblast 2x138-163%KO Psyshock 2x116-137%KO Psychic 2x131-154%KO | ||
 Gliscor Ground | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPoisonheal ItemToxic Orb NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Gliscor builds →Earthquake32-38% | ||
 Talonflame Fire | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemLeftovers NatureHardy Moves
Damage vs Machamp View Talonflame builds →Fire Blast29-34% | ||
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee 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
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee Machamp Best Moveset
Adamant nature gives Machamp the physical lean it needs to trade hits effectively. Leftovers adds passive recovery each turn, max HP and Attack EVs split the difference, and the remaining moves punishes anything trying to wall it.
Best Build
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee uses different battle mechanics.
Competitive build content is not applicable for this game. Select a main series game for builds.
Moves
The level-up pool tells the story here. Machamp learns Superpower and Earthquake naturally, plus enough variety that TMs feel like bonuses. Coverage across 7 types extends the reach beyond that.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Machamp in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
The chain to Machamp requires a trade evolution through a trade. Catch Machop at moderate rates and level through the stages, but line up the trade first. The rest of the chain runs on levels alone.
How to Obtain Machamp in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
To get Machamp, start by catching Machop through walking encounters at Lv. 18-46. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch MachopRock Tunnel - 1FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.18-23 Cave10%MidRock Tunnel - 1FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.18-23 Cave10%MidRock Tunnel - B1FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.18-23 Cave10%MidRock Tunnel - B1FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.18-23 Cave10%MidVictory Road - 1F-3FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.41-46 Cave10%LateVictory Road - 1F-3FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.41-46 Cave10%Late
Step 2Catch or Evolve MachokeVictory Road - 1F-3FLet's Go PikachuGrass Lv.41-46 Cave15%LateVictory Road - 1F-3FLet's Go EeveeGrass Lv.41-46 Cave15%Lateor evolve from Machop (Step 1)
Step 3Machamp ✓
Machamp Guide
In Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee, Machamp works as a wallbreaker with 505 BST behind it. C-Tier on our list: a niche pick in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee's meta. Dynamicpunch 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 Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee, the core moveset is Dynamicpunch, Bullet Punch, Knock Off, and Rock Slide. Dynamicpunch leads at 21% 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