Shadow Kabutops is a Rock/Water-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Kanto region (#141, Generation 1). With a max CP of 3,067 and base stats of 220/186/155 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Kabutops has a total stat product of 561. Shadow Kabutops's best moveset is Fury Cutter and Stone Edge, making it a competitive Bug-type attacker for raids.
Shadow Kabutops is weak to Grass, Electric, Fighting, Ground-type moves (double weak to Grass). It resists Fire, Flying, Ice, Normal, Poison-type attacks. Shadow Kabutops is a 5.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Rankings
Fury Cutter
Stone Edge
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Shadow Kabutops's best offensive moveset is Fury Cutter combined with Stone Edge, achieving 13.6 DPS and 221 TDO as a Bug-type attacker (ranked #30, Tier C).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Waterfall (13 DPS), while Fury Cutter generates energy the fastest (16 EPS).
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Shadow Kabutops as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Kabutops is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Kabutops returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Kabutops from raids would have 1550 CP at level 20, or 1938 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Kabutops
Shadow Kabutops can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Kabutops is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Kabutops knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 5,000 Stardust and 5 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Shadow Kabutops as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.
Shadow Kabutops Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Kabutops in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Kabutops from raids or eggs will show 1,550 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Kabutops is a Rock/Water-type Pokemon with a stat total of 561. With its high Attack stat (220), Shadow Kabutops is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Be careful of Shadow Kabutops's double weakness to Grass-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Shadow Kabutops very quickly.
Shadow Kabutops'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 3 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Kabutops much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Kabutops?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Low Priority
Shadow Kabutops ranks #30 as a Bug-type attacker with a Tier C rating, meaning stronger options are readily available. With a max CP of 3,067 and base stats of 220/186/155, its overall performance in raids falls behind top-tier competitors. Unless Shadow Kabutops is a personal favorite or you have surplus Stardust and Candy, your resources are better spent on higher-ranked Bug-type attackers. Keep one for your collection but skip the power-up investment for now.