# Metagross - Gen 5 OverUsed Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Metagross in Gen 5 OverUsed. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 5 OverUsed (`bw`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | bw |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bw/Metagross)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/bw/Metagross
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 5 OverUsed Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bw)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/bw](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/bw)

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## Common Moves
- **Bullet Punch**: 85.492%
- **Meteor Mash**: 66.712%
- **Pursuit**: 54.855%
- **Hammer Arm**: 54.413%
- **Earthquake**: 42.001%
- **Stealth Rock**: 38.612%
- **Ice Punch**: 30.133%
- **Explosion**: 8.837%
- **Other**: 18.945%

## Common Abilities
- **Clear Body**: 99.997%
- **Light Metal**: 0.003%

## Common Items
- **Choice Band**: 49.996%
- **Leftovers**: 38.148%
- **Life Orb**: 8.336%
- **Other**: 3.519%

## Common Teammates
- **Starmie**: 84.610%
- **Terrakion**: 59.652%
- **Hydreigon**: 51.542%
- **Ferrothorn**: 50.721%
- **Golurk**: 50.068%
- **Dragonite**: 33.418%

## FAQ for Metagross in bw-1760

### What are the top moves for Metagross?
The most common moves for Metagross are Bullet Punch, Meteor Mash, Pursuit, Hammer Arm. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Metagross?
Metagross is frequently paired with Starmie, Terrakion, Hydreigon, Ferrothorn. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Metagross?
Tera Type data is not available or not applicable for this format.

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Metagross?
The top build for Metagross features a **Adamant** nature with an EV spread of `240/252/0/0/0/16`. This configuration accounts for 49.292% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Metagross?
Metagross is most effectively run with the ability **Clear Body** (99.997%) and the item **Choice Band** (49.996%).

### What is the most common role for Metagross?
Based on common item usage (Choice Band), Metagross often functions as a **choice-locked attacker** in the bw-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Metagross?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 80 |
| Attack | 135 |
| Defense | 130 |
| Sp. Atk | 95 |
| Sp. Def | 90 |
| Speed | 70 |
| **BST** | **600** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Metagross on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bw/Metagross) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 5 OverUsed Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bw) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/bw) - Build teams with Metagross
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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