Torkoal
Fire-type, Generation 3. #4 in Great League.
Best moveset
- Great League
- Ember Overheat 75.00% wins
Same-type attack bonus on both moves. Overheat costs 100 energy for 160 power.
Type effectiveness
Damage Torkoal takes from each attacking type
Base stats
- Stat total
- 526
- Buddy distance
- 3.0 km per candy
- Second charged move
- 50,000 Dust + 50 Candy
- 100% IV at Lv 20
- 1,196 CP
Torkoal moves
2 fast · 4 charged
Fast moves
Charged moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | DUR | DPS | DPE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earthquake | Ground | 140 | 100 | 3.5s | 40 | 1.40 |
| Flame Wheel STAB | Fire | 55 | 50 | 2.5s | 22 | 1.10 |
| Overheat Best STAB | Fire | 160 | 100 | 4.0s | 40 | 1.60 |
| Solar Beam | Grass | 180 | 100 | 5.0s | 36 | 1.80 |
Fast moves
Charged moves
| Move | Type | PWR | EN | DPE | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earthquake | Ground | 120 | 65 | 1.85 | — |
| Flame Wheel | Fire | 80 | 45 | 1.78 | — |
| Overheat | Fire | 130 | 55 | 2.36 | Buff / debuff |
| Solar Beam | Grass | 150 | 80 | 1.88 | — |
Moveset analysis
In Great League it runs Ember and Overheat. PvP movesets favour energy generation and shield pressure over raw damage, which is why they often differ from the raid set.
The highest-damage fast move is Fire Spin (13 DPS); Ember builds energy fastest (10 EPS).
Rankings
Where Torkoal places in raids and PvP
GO Battle League
| League | Rank | Tier | Win rate | Moveset | Ideal IVs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great League | #4 | S | 75.00% | Ember Overheat | 0/15/15 |
Raids
- Status
- Torkoal is not in the current raid rotation
Best counters against Torkoal
How to get Torkoal
- Wild
- Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
- Trading
- Can be traded between trainers
Catch CP
| Source | Level | Min CP | Max CP (100% IV) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Catch | Lv 1–30 | 51 | 1,809 |
| Wild (Weather Boost) | Lv 1–35 | 51 | 1,958 |
| Raid Catch | Lv 20 | 1,159 | 1,226 |
| Raid (Weather Boost) | Lv 25 | 1,442 | 1,525 |
| Egg Hatch | Lv 20 | 1,159 | 1,226 |
| Research Encounter | Lv 15 | 876 | 927 |
| GO Battle League | Lv 20 | 1,159 | 1,226 |
Is Torkoal good in Pokemon GO?
| Power up | Stardust | Candy | XL Candy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lv 20 → 40 | 135,000 | 15 | — |
Torkoal does not rank as a raid attacker, but it holds a Tier S spot at #4 in Great League. Build it to the league's CP cap rather than to a level, and unlock the second charged move before you invest further.
- Bulk-leaning spread (203 Defense / 172 Stamina) — it stays on the field longer, which suits shielded PvP formats.
- 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 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 | 29 |
| Lv 2 | 92 |
| Lv 3 | 155 |
| Lv 4 | 219 |
| Lv 5 | 282 |
| Lv 6 | 345 |
| Lv 7 | 408 |
| Lv 8 | 471 |
| Lv 9 | 535 |
| Lv 10 | 598 |
| Lv 11 | 658 |
| Lv 12 | 717 |
| Lv 13 | 777 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 14 | 837 |
| Lv 15 | 897 |
| Lv 16 | 957 |
| Lv 17 | 1,016 |
| Lv 18 | 1,076 |
| Lv 19 | 1,136 |
| Lv 20 | 1,196 |
| Lv 21 | 1,255 |
| Lv 22 | 1,315 |
| Lv 23 | 1,375 |
| Lv 24 | 1,435 |
| Lv 25 | 1,495 |
| Lv 26 | 1,555 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 27 | 1,614 |
| Lv 28 | 1,674 |
| Lv 29 | 1,734 |
| Lv 30 | 1,794 |
| Lv 31 | 1,824 |
| Lv 32 | 1,854 |
| Lv 33 | 1,884 |
| Lv 34 | 1,913 |
| Lv 35 | 1,943 |
| Lv 36 | 1,973 |
| Lv 37 | 2,003 |
| Lv 38 | 2,033 |
| Lv 39 | 2,063 |
| Level | Max CP |
|---|---|
| Lv 40 | 2,093 |
| Lv 41 | 2,119 |
| Lv 42 | 2,146 |
| Lv 43 | 2,173 |
| Lv 44 | 2,200 |
| Lv 45 | 2,227 |
| Lv 46 | 2,255 |
| Lv 47 | 2,282 |
| Lv 48 | 2,310 |
| Lv 49 | 2,338 |
| Lv 50 | 2,366 |
Pokedex info
- Pokedex number
- #0324
- Height
- 0.51 m
- Weight
- 80.40 kg
- Game ID
- V0324_POKEMON_TORKOAL
FAQ
What is the best moveset for Torkoal in Pokemon GO?
Torkoal's best moveset is Ember (fast) with Overheat (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.
What are Torkoal's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Torkoal 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 Torkoal's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Torkoal reaches 2,366 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 2,093 CP at level 40. Level 50 needs XL Candy, which only unlocks at Trainer Level 31 and comes from catching, hatching, transferring and walking.
Is Torkoal good for PvP in Pokemon GO?
Torkoal is ranked #4 (Tier S) in Great League with a 75.00% win rate.
In CP-capped leagues a lower Attack IV lets you reach a higher level under the cap, so the ideal spread for Great League is 0/15/15 rather than a hundo.
Unlocking the second charged move is the highest-value upgrade: it lets Torkoal bait shields instead of committing to one attack.
What CP is a 100% IV Torkoal?
A perfect 15/15/15 Torkoal shows 1,196 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 1,495 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 Torkoal in Pokemon GO?
Torkoal spawns in the wild, though how often depends on your biome and the active event. It can be traded between trainers.
Can Torkoal be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Shiny Torkoal 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.