Mega Tyranitar is a Rock/Dark-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Johto region (#248, Generation 2). With a max CP of 6,045 and base stats of 309/276/225 (Atk/Def/Sta), Mega Tyranitar has a total stat product of 810. Mega Tyranitar's best moveset is Bite and Brutal Swing, making it a competitive Dark-type attacker for raids.
Mega Tyranitar is weak to Fighting, Bug, Fairy, Grass, Ground, Steel, Water-type moves (double weak to Fighting). It resists Psychic, Dark, Fire, Flying, Ghost, Normal, Poison-type attacks. Mega Tyranitar is a 5.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Rankings
Bite
Brutal Swing
Smack Down
Stone Edge
Iron Tail
Stone Edge
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Mega Tyranitar's best offensive moveset is Bite combined with Brutal Swing, achieving 17.5 DPS and 414 TDO as a Dark-type attacker (ranked #5, Tier A). Alternatively, Mega Tyranitar can serve as a Rock-type attacker with Smack Down and Stone Edge (#11, Tier A).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Iron Tail (14 DPS), while Bite generates energy the fastest (8 EPS).
Raid Guide
Mega Tyranitar as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsMega Tyranitar is not currently available as a raid boss. When Mega Tyranitar returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Mega Tyranitar from raids would have 3055 CP at level 20, or 3820 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Mega Tyranitar
Mega Tyranitar is weak to Fighting, Bug, Fairy, Grass, Ground, Steel, Water-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
Mega Tyranitar as Raid Counter
Mega Tyranitar is an effective raid counter against the following Pokemon.
How to Get Mega Tyranitar
Mega Tyranitar evolves from Tyranitar using Candy.
Walking Mega Tyranitar as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km. It also earns 25 Mega Energy per km when you have Mega Evolved it before.
To Mega Evolve Mega Tyranitar, you need Mega Energy. The initial Mega Evolution requires 200 Mega Energy, with subsequent Mega Evolutions costing less based on your Mega Level. You can earn Mega Tyranitar's Mega Energy by completing Mega Raids, walking Mega Tyranitar as your buddy (25 Mega Energy per km after the first Mega Evolution), or through special research tasks and events.
Mega Tyranitar Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Mega Tyranitar in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Mega Tyranitar from raids or eggs will show 3,055 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Mega Tyranitar is a Rock/Dark-type Pokemon with a stat total of 810. With its high Attack stat (309), Mega Tyranitar is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Be careful of Mega Tyranitar's double weakness to Fighting-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Mega Tyranitar very quickly.
Mega Tyranitar's moves get a damage boost in Fog and Partly Cloudy 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 Mega Tyranitar much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Mega Tyranitar?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Highly Recommended
Mega Tyranitar is a top-tier Dark-type attacker in Pokemon GO, ranked #5 overall with a Tier A rating. With a max CP of 6,045 at level 50 and base stats of 309/276/225 (Atk/Def/Sta), it excels as a raid attacker. Prioritize powering up to level 40+ using Bite and Brutal Swing for maximum damage output. This is one of the strongest Dark-type options available and worth investing your Stardust and Candy into immediately.