#0098 · Gen 1 · 325 BST
Krabby
An early-evolution Water-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with strong 105 base Attack. Common ability: Hyper Cutter.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
105/112/99/40/40/63
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
137/172/156/84/84/112
Abilities
A hard shell protects the Pokémon from critical hits.
Removes additional effects to increase the power of moves when attacking.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Krabby
Krabby is a Water/None-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with a Base Stat Total of 325. An early-evolution Water-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with strong 105 base Attack. Common ability: Hyper Cutter.
Best stat: Attack (105 base)
Krabby's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 105 base Attack and 50 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
- Hyper Cutter
- Shell Armor
- Sheer Force
How to use Krabby competitively
Open the damage calculator with Krabby selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Krabby appears in the species dropdown. Drop Krabby into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0098 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 1 |
| Type | Water / None |
| Abilities | Hyper Cutter, Shell Armor, Sheer Force |
| Base Stat Total | 325 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 30 / 105 / 90 / 25 / 25 / 50 |