# Kabutops - National Dex Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Kabutops in National Dex. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | National Dex (`gen8nationaldex`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen8nationaldex |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen8nationaldex/Kabutops)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen8nationaldex/Kabutops
- **Format Overview**: [National Dex Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen8nationaldex)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen8nationaldex](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen8nationaldex)

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## Common Moves
- **Swords Dance**: 80.161%
- **Stone Edge**: 66.502%
- **Aqua Jet**: 65.545%
- **Flip Turn**: 34.357%
- **Rock Slide**: 32.885%
- **Rapid Spin**: 32.876%
- **Knock Off**: 29.192%
- **Waterfall**: 21.945%
- **Aqua Tail**: 16.897%
- **Other**: 19.641%

## Common Abilities
- **Swift Swim**: 72.590%
- **Weak Armor**: 26.796%
- **Battle Armor**: 0.613%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 38.138%
- **Heavy-Duty Boots**: 32.876%
- **Life Orb**: 16.808%
- **Rindo Berry**: 10.595%
- **Other**: 1.583%

## Common Teammates
- **Kingdra**: 41.178%
- **Pelipper**: 40.390%
- **Marowak**: 26.787%
- **Pidgeot-Mega**: 26.787%
- **Xurkitree**: 26.787%
- **Infernape**: 26.787%

## FAQ for Kabutops in gen8nationaldex-1760

### What are the top moves for Kabutops?
The most common moves for Kabutops are Swords Dance, Stone Edge, Aqua Jet, Flip Turn. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Kabutops?
Kabutops is frequently paired with Kingdra, Pelipper, Marowak, Pidgeot-Mega. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Kabutops?
The top build for Kabutops features a **Adamant** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 33.832% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Kabutops?
Kabutops is most effectively run with the ability **Swift Swim** (72.590%) and the item **Focus Sash** (38.138%).

### What is the most common role for Kabutops?
Based on common item usage (Focus Sash), Kabutops often functions as a **lead or glass-cannon** in the gen8nationaldex-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Kabutops?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 60 |
| Attack | 115 |
| Defense | 105 |
| Sp. Atk | 65 |
| Sp. Def | 70 |
| Speed | 80 |
| **BST** | **495** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Kabutops on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen8nationaldex/Kabutops) - Full interactive stats page
- [National Dex Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen8nationaldex) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen8nationaldex) - Build teams with Kabutops
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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*Generated by [Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com). For more context on site data and AI usage, see [llms-full.txt](https://www.pikalytics.com/llms-full.txt).*