#0237 · Gen 2 · 455 BST
Hitmontop
A Fighting-type Pokémon from Generation 2 with strong 110 base Special Defense. Common ability: Intimidate.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
125/103/103/49/117/81
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
157/161/161/95/178/134
Abilities
The Pokémon intimidates opposing Pokémon upon entering battle, lowering their Attack stat.
Powers up the Pokémon's weaker moves.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Hitmontop
Hitmontop is a Fighting/None-type Pokémon from Generation 2 with a Base Stat Total of 455. A Fighting-type Pokémon from Generation 2 with strong 110 base Special Defense. Common ability: Intimidate.
Best stat: Special Defense (110 base)
Hitmontop's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 95 base Attack and 70 base Speed, the standard offensive set will invest 252 EVs into Attack and 252 into Speed — though its low Speed often warrants Trick Room support instead.
Abilities
- Intimidate
- Technician
- Steadfast
How to use Hitmontop competitively
Open the damage calculator with Hitmontop selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Hitmontop appears in the species dropdown. Drop Hitmontop into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0237 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 2 |
| Type | Fighting / None |
| Abilities | Intimidate, Technician, Steadfast |
| Base Stat Total | 455 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 50 / 95 / 95 / 35 / 110 / 70 |