High Horsepower
Piloswine is a Ice/Ground-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Johto region (#221, Generation 2). With a max CP of 2,652 and base stats of 181/138/225 (Atk/Def/Sta), Piloswine has a total stat product of 544.
Piloswine is weak to Fighting, Fire, Grass, Steel, Water-type moves. It resists Electric, Poison-type attacks. Piloswine is a 3.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Ice Shard (10 DPS), while Powder Snow generates energy the fastest (15 EPS).
Raid Guide
Piloswine as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsPiloswine is not currently available as a raid boss. When Piloswine returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Piloswine from raids would have 1340 CP at level 20, or 1675 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Piloswine
Piloswine is weak to Fighting, Fire, Grass, Steel, Water-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
Piloswine as Raid Counter
Piloswine is an effective raid counter against the following Pokemon.
How to Get Piloswine
Piloswine evolves from Swinub using 25 Candy.
A Shadow version of Piloswine is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Piloswine 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 Piloswine as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.
Piloswine Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Piloswine in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Piloswine from raids or eggs will show 1,340 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Piloswine is a Ice/Ground-type Pokemon with a stat total of 544. With its bulk spread of 138 Defense and 225 Stamina, Piloswine has solid survivability in battles.
Watch out for Fighting, Fire, Grass, Steel, Water-type moves when using Piloswine. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Piloswine's performance.
Piloswine's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Snow weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 50,000 Stardust and 50 Candy. With 5 charged moves available, a second move gives Piloswine much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Piloswine?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Collector's Pick
Piloswine is a Ice/Ground-type Pokemon with base stats of 181/138/225 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,652. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Piloswine 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 Piloswine 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.