Shadow Rapidash Pokemon GO — Max CP 2,782, Base Stats & Moveset

Q: Is Shadow Rapidash good in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Rapidash has no raid or PvP ranking in Pokemon GO right now, so it is a collector pick rather than a battler. Its max CP is 2,782 at level 50. Keep a high-IV one for future move updates or limited-format cups and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

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

Shadow Rapidash has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. Check the moves section for a breakdown of DPS, energy generation, and recommended combinations for both raids and PvP.

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

Shadow Rapidash is a Fire-type Pokemon weak to Ground, Rock, Water-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Shadow Rapidash, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Shadow Rapidash resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel-type moves.

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

Shadow Rapidash's maximum CP is 2,782 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 2,461 at level 40. Its base stats are 207 Attack, 162 Defense, and 163 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 532. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

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

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Shadow Rapidash has 1406 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 1757 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 2,782 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Shadow Rapidash showing 1406 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

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

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

Q: Can Shadow Rapidash be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Rapidash 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

Highest damage: Fire Spin Wild Charge

Same-type attack bonus on Fire Spin. Wild Charge is an Elite TM move. Wild Charge costs 50 energy for 90 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Shadow Rapidash takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Ground1.6× Rock1.6× Water1.6×

Resists

Bug0.625× Fairy0.625× Fire0.625× Grass0.625× Ice0.625× Steel0.625×

Base stats

Attack 207

Defense 162

Stamina 163

Stat total: 532
Buddy distance: 3.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 1,406 CP

Editor's notes

Shadow Rapidash sits within an evolutionary family of 6 Pokémon, and where it lands in that line decides how you should treat it.

It caps at 2,782 CP with 207/162/163 base stats.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Shadow Rapidash is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Shadow Rapidash moves

4 fast · 6 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Fire Spin Best STAB	Fire	13	9	1.0s	13	9
Incinerate STAB	Fire	32	22	2.5s	12.8	8.8
Low Kick	Fighting	5	5	0.5s	10	10
Ember STAB Elite	Fire	10	10	1.0s	10	10

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Drill Run	Ground	85	50	3.0s	28.3	1.70
Fire Blast STAB	Fire	140	100	4.0s	35	1.40
Flame Charge STAB	Fire	70	33	4.0s	17.5	2.12
Heat Wave STAB	Fire	95	100	3.0s	31.7	0.95
Scorching Sands	Ground	90	50	3.0s	30	1.80
Wild Charge Best Elite	Electric	90	50	2.5s	36	1.80

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Fire Spin	Fire	11	10	2	5.50	5.00
Incinerate	Fire	20	20	4	5.00	5.00
Low Kick	Fighting	5	8	1	5.00	8.00
Ember	Fire	4	9	1	4.00	9.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Drill Run	Ground	70	40	1.75	—
Fire Blast	Fire	140	80	1.75	—
Flame Charge	Fire	65	50	1.30	Buff / debuff
Heat Wave	Fire	75	45	1.67	—
Scorching Sands	Ground	80	50	1.60	Buff / debuff
Wild Charge	Electric	100	45	2.22	Buff / debuff

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Fire Spin (13 DPS); Low Kick builds energy fastest (10 EPS). Wild Charge is an Elite TM move and cannot be taught with a regular Charged TM.

Evolution

Ponyta 50 Candy

Rapidash

Ponyta (Galarian) 50 Candy

Rapidash (Galarian)

Family

Ponyta

Rapidash

Ponyta (Galarian) Galarian

Rapidash (Galarian) Galarian

Shadow forms Shadow Ponyta Shadow Rapidash

How to get Shadow Rapidash

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Team GO Rocket: Shadow Shadow Rapidash 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	2,127
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	61	2,302
Raid Catch	Lv 20	1,369	1,441
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	1,703	1,793
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	1,369	1,441
Research Encounter	Lv 15	1,035	1,089
GO Battle League	Lv 20	1,369	1,441

Is Shadow Rapidash good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Shadow Rapidash has no raid or PvP ranking right now. Keep a high-IV one for the Pokedex and for future move updates or limited-format cups, and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Attack is its highest stat (207), 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 6 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Sunny weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

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

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	34
Lv 2	109
Lv 3	183
Lv 4	257
Lv 5	331
Lv 6	406
Lv 7	480
Lv 8	554
Lv 9	629
Lv 10	703
Lv 11	773
Lv 12	843
Lv 13	914

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	984
Lv 15	1,054
Lv 16	1,125
Lv 17	1,195
Lv 18	1,265
Lv 19	1,336
Lv 20	1,406
Lv 21	1,476
Lv 22	1,546
Lv 23	1,617
Lv 24	1,687
Lv 25	1,757
Lv 26	1,828

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	1,898
Lv 28	1,969
Lv 29	2,039
Lv 30	2,109
Lv 31	2,144
Lv 32	2,179
Lv 33	2,215
Lv 34	2,250
Lv 35	2,285
Lv 36	2,320
Lv 37	2,355
Lv 38	2,390
Lv 39	2,425

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	2,461
Lv 41	2,492
Lv 42	2,523
Lv 43	2,555
Lv 44	2,587
Lv 45	2,619
Lv 46	2,651
Lv 47	2,683
Lv 48	2,716
Lv 49	2,749
Lv 50	2,782

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0078
Form: Shadow
Height: 1.70 m
Weight: 95.00 kg
Buddy size: Big
Family forms: 6 released forms
Game ID: V0078_POKEMON_RAPIDASH_SHADOW

FAQ

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

Shadow Rapidash's best moveset is Fire Spin (fast) with Wild Charge (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Shadow Rapidash's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Shadow Rapidash takes super effective damage from Ground, Rock, Water-type moves. It resists Bug, Fairy, Fire, Grass, Ice, Steel, so avoid those types against it.

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

Shadow Rapidash reaches 2,782 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 2,461 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 Rapidash?

A perfect 15/15/15 Shadow Rapidash shows 1,406 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,757 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 Rapidash in Pokemon GO?

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

Can Shadow Rapidash be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Shadow Rapidash 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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