#0027 · Gen 1 · 300 BST
Sandshrew
An early-evolution Ground-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with solid 85 base Defense. Common ability: Sand Veil.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
125/85/94/36/45/54
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
157/139/150/79/90/101
Abilities
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Takes 0× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Sandshrew
Sandshrew is a Ground/None-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with a Base Stat Total of 300. An early-evolution Ground-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with solid 85 base Defense. Common ability: Sand Veil.
Best stat: Defense (85 base)
Sandshrew's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 75 base Attack and 40 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
- Sand Veil
- Sand Rush
How to use Sandshrew competitively
Open the damage calculator with Sandshrew selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Sandshrew appears in the species dropdown. Drop Sandshrew into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0027 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 1 |
| Type | Ground / None |
| Abilities | Sand Veil, Sand Rush |
| Base Stat Total | 300 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 50 / 75 / 85 / 20 / 30 / 40 |