Shadow Magneton Pokemon GO — Max CP 2,810, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Magneton good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Magneton ranks #27 as a Electric-type attacker at Tier C, so there are stronger options for the same Stardust. Keep a high-IV one and skip the power-up.

Q: What is the best moveset for Shadow Magneton in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Magneton's best moveset in Pokemon GO is Thunder Shock and Zap Cannon. This combination provides the highest damage output for raids and gym battles. Use a Charged TM or Fast TM to get the optimal moves.

Q: What are Shadow Magneton's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Magneton is a Electric/Steel-type Pokemon weak to Ground, Fighting, Fire-type moves in Pokemon GO. It is double weak to Ground-type attacks, taking over 200% damage from these types. When battling against Shadow Magneton, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Magneton resists Flying, Poison, Steel, Bug, Dragon, Electric, Fairy, Grass, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Rock-type moves.

Q: What is Shadow Magneton's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Magneton's maximum CP is 2,810 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,485 at level 40. Its base stats are 223 Attack, 169 Defense, and 137 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 529. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Magneton?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Magneton has 1420 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1775 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,810 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Magneton showing 1420 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: How do you get Shadow Magneton in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Magneton can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, rescuing Shadow Shadow Magneton from Team GO Rocket, and trading with other trainers. Walking Shadow Magneton as your buddy earns 1 candy every 3.0 km.

Q: Can Shadow Magneton be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Magneton availability in Pokemon GO depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Check the current events page for any boosted shiny rates during special events.

Best moveset

Raids & gyms: Thunder Shock Zap Cannon 15.6 DPS

Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Zap Cannon costs 100 energy for 140 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Magneton takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Ground2.56× Fighting1.6× Fire1.6×

Resists

Flying0.39× Poison0.39× Steel0.39× Bug0.625× Dragon0.625× Electric0.625× Fairy0.625× Grass0.625× Ice0.625× Normal0.625× Psychic0.625× Rock0.625×

Base stats

Attack 223

Defense 169

Stamina 137

Stat total: 529
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 1,420 CP

Editor's notes

Among Electric/Steel-type Pokémon, Shadow Magneton it can chip in as a Electric-type attacker, though it won't top any DPS charts. Its 223/169/137 base stats give it an offensive, glass-cannon build — high Attack, thin bulk.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Magneton is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Magneton moves

5 fast · 4 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Charge Beam STAB	Electric	7	14	1.0s	7	14
Metal Sound STAB	Steel	4	6	0.5s	8	12
Spark STAB	Electric	4	6	0.5s	8	12
Thunder Shock Best STAB	Electric	4	7	0.5s	8	14
Volt Switch STAB	Electric	13	20	1.5s	8.7	13.3

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Discharge STAB	Electric	65	33	2.5s	26	1.97
Flash Cannon STAB	Steel	100	100	2.5s	40	1.00
Magnet Bomb STAB	Steel	75	33	3.0s	25	2.27
Zap Cannon Best STAB	Electric	140	100	3.5s	40	1.40

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Charge Beam	Electric	5	11	2	2.50	5.50
Metal Sound	Steel	5	8	1	5.00	8.00
Spark	Electric	5	7	1	5.00	7.00
Thunder Shock	Electric	4	9	1	4.00	9.00
Volt Switch	Electric	14	16	3	4.67	5.33

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Discharge	Electric	55	40	1.38	—
Flash Cannon	Steel	110	65	1.69	—
Magnet Bomb	Steel	70	45	1.56	—
Zap Cannon	Electric	150	80	1.88	Buff / debuff

Moveset analysis

For raids and gyms, Shadow Magneton runs Thunder Shock with Zap Cannon — 15.6 DPS and 225 TDO as a Electric-type attacker.

The highest-damage fast move is Volt Switch (8.7 DPS); Charge Beam builds energy fastest (14 EPS).

Rankings

Where Shadow Magneton places in raids and PvP

Raid attacker

Type	Rank	Tier	DPS	TDO	Moveset
Electric	#27	C	15.6	225	Thunder Shock Zap Cannon

Evolution

Magnemite 25 Candy

Magneton 100 Candy Magnetic Lure Module

Magnezone

Family

Magnemite

Magneton

Magnezone

Shadow forms Shadow Magnemite Shadow Magneton Shadow Magnezone

How to get Shadow Magneton

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Magneton knows Frustration — swap it with a Charged TM
Purification: 3,000 Dust + 3 Candy → Return

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	61	2,148
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	61	2,326
Raid Catch	Lv 20	1,382	1,456
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,719	1,811
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	1,382	1,456
Research Encounter	Lv 15	1,045	1,100
GO Battle League	Lv 20	1,382	1,456

Is Shadow Magneton good in Pokemon GO?

Low priority

Power up	Stardust	Candy	XL Candy
Lv 20 → 40	135,000	15	—

At Tier C (rank #27 as a Electric-type attacker) there are better options for the same Stardust. Keep a good specimen, skip the power-up unless Shadow Magneton is a favourite.

Attack is its highest stat (223), so it hits harder than it survives — a glass-cannon raid slot rather than a gym defender.
A second charged move costs 50,000 Dust and 50 Candy, and with 4 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Rainy and Snow weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

Maximum CP with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at every level

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	35
Lv 2	110
Lv 3	185
Lv 4	260
Lv 5	335
Lv 6	410
Lv 7	485
Lv 8	560
Lv 9	635
Lv 10	710
Lv 11	781
Lv 12	852
Lv 13	923

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	994
Lv 15	1,065
Lv 16	1,136
Lv 17	1,207
Lv 18	1,278
Lv 19	1,349
Lv 20	1,420
Lv 21	1,491
Lv 22	1,562
Lv 23	1,633
Lv 24	1,704
Lv 25	1,775
Lv 26	1,846

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,917
Lv 28	1,988
Lv 29	2,059
Lv 30	2,130
Lv 31	2,166
Lv 32	2,201
Lv 33	2,237
Lv 34	2,272
Lv 35	2,308
Lv 36	2,343
Lv 37	2,379
Lv 38	2,414
Lv 39	2,450

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	2,485
Lv 41	2,517
Lv 42	2,549
Lv 43	2,581
Lv 44	2,613
Lv 45	2,645
Lv 46	2,678
Lv 47	2,711
Lv 48	2,743
Lv 49	2,777
Lv 50	2,810

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0082
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.00 m
Weight: 60.00 kg
Buddy size: Big
Family forms: 6 released forms
Game ID: V0082_POKEMON_MAGNETON_SHADOW

FAQ

What is the best moveset for Shadow Magneton in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Magneton's best moveset is Thunder Shock (fast) with Zap Cannon (charged), worth 15.6 DPS as a Electric-type attacker. Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Magneton's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Magneton takes super effective damage from Ground, Fighting, Fire-type moves. It is double weak to Ground (2.56× damage), so those attackers cut through it fastest. It resists Flying, Poison, Steel, Bug, Dragon, Electric, Fairy, Grass, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Rock, so avoid those types against it.

What is Shadow Magneton's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Magneton reaches 2,810 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 2,485 CP at level 40. Level 50 needs XL Candy, which only unlocks at Trainer Level 31 and comes from catching, hatching, transferring and walking.

What CP is a 100% IV Shadow Magneton?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Magneton shows 1,420 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,775 CP at level 25 (weather boosted). Seeing that exact number on the catch screen means it is a hundo — favourite it before you transfer anything.

How do you get Shadow Magneton in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Magneton spawns in the wild, though how often depends on your biome and the active event.

Can Shadow Magneton be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Magneton depends on whether Niantic has released the form. Check the events page for Community Days and event weekends, which is when shiny rates are boosted.

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