#0367 · Gen 3 · 485 BST
Huntail
A Water-type Pokémon from Generation 3 with strong 105 base Defense. Common ability: Swift Swim.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
130/111/112/102/85/64
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
162/171/172/160/139/114
Abilities
The Pokémon is covered with a water veil, which prevents the Pokémon from getting a burn.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Huntail
Huntail is a Water/None-type Pokémon from Generation 3 with a Base Stat Total of 485. A Water-type Pokémon from Generation 3 with strong 105 base Defense. Common ability: Swift Swim.
Best stat: Defense (105 base)
Huntail's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 104 base Attack and 52 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
- Swift Swim
- Water Veil
How to use Huntail competitively
Open the damage calculator with Huntail selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Huntail appears in the species dropdown. Drop Huntail into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0367 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 3 |
| Type | Water / None |
| Abilities | Swift Swim, Water Veil |
| Base Stat Total | 485 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 55 / 104 / 105 / 94 / 75 / 52 |