Rock Throw
Carracosta is a Water/Rock-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Unova region (#565, Generation 5). With a max CP of 2,964 and base stats of 192/197/179 (Atk/Def/Sta), Carracosta has a total stat product of 568.
Carracosta is weak to Grass, Electric, Fighting, Ground-type moves (double weak to Grass). It resists Fire, Flying, Ice, Normal, Poison-type attacks. Carracosta is a 5.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Rock Throw (13 DPS), while Water Gun generates energy the fastest (10 EPS).
Evolution
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Carracosta as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsCarracosta is not currently available as a raid boss. When Carracosta returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Carracosta from raids would have 1498 CP at level 20, or 1872 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Carracosta
Carracosta is weak to Grass, Electric, Fighting, Ground-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
How to Get Carracosta
Carracosta evolves from Tirtouga using 50 Candy.
A Shadow version of Carracosta is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Carracosta knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 3,000 Stardust and 3 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Carracosta as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.
Carracosta Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Carracosta in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Carracosta from raids or eggs will show 1,498 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Carracosta is a Water/Rock-type Pokemon with a stat total of 568. With its bulk spread of 197 Defense and 179 Stamina, Carracosta has solid survivability in battles.
Be careful of Carracosta's double weakness to Grass-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Carracosta very quickly.
Carracosta's moves get a damage boost in Partly Cloudy and Rainy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 75,000 Stardust and 75 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Carracosta much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Carracosta?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Collector's Pick
Carracosta is a Water/Rock-type Pokemon with base stats of 192/197/179 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,964. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Carracosta may shine during specific events, in limited-format cups, or when new moves are added in future updates. For now, hold onto a good IV specimen but save your Stardust and Candy for more impactful investments unless you're a dedicated fan of this Pokemon.
Shadow vs Regular: Shadow Carracosta deals 20% more damage but takes ~20% more. For raids, Shadow is generally the better investment. For PvP, evaluate matchups carefully — the bulk loss can be significant.