# Tinkaton - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in Gen 9 OU

> Find the best Tinkaton builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in Gen 9 OU. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Tinkaton Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 9 OU (`gen9ou`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9ou |
| **Usage** | 1% |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-05 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ou/Tinkaton)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9ou/Tinkaton
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 9 OU Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ou)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9ou](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9ou)

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## Common Moves
- **Gigaton Hammer**: 98.327%
- **Stealth Rock**: 96.251%
- **Encore**: 62.091%
- **Thunder Wave**: 55.291%
- **Knock Off**: 49.342%
- **Ice Hammer**: 18.380%
- **Swords Dance**: 12.278%
- **Other**: 8.039%

## Common Abilities
- **Pickpocket**: 49.982%
- **Mold Breaker**: 49.806%
- **Own Tempo**: 0.212%

## Common Items
- **Air Balloon**: 62.044%
- **Eject Button**: 20.245%
- **Leftovers**: 9.835%
- **Red Card**: 5.803%
- **Other**: 2.073%

## Common Teammates
- **Great Tusk**: 53.111%
- **Dragonite**: 29.397%
- **Gliscor**: 28.286%
- **Pecharunt**: 25.554%
- **Zamazenta**: 23.944%
- **Walking Wake**: 21.570%

## FAQ for Tinkaton in gen9ou-1825

### What are the top moves for Tinkaton?
The most common moves for Tinkaton are Gigaton Hammer, Stealth Rock, Encore, Thunder Wave. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Tinkaton?
Tinkaton is frequently paired with Great Tusk, Dragonite, Gliscor, Pecharunt. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Tinkaton?
The top build for Tinkaton features a **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `252/0/0/0/24/232`. This configuration accounts for 23.200% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Tinkaton?
Tinkaton is most effectively run with the ability **Pickpocket** (49.982%) and the item **Air Balloon** (62.044%).

### What is the most common role for Tinkaton?
Based on common item usage (Air Balloon), Tinkaton often functions as a **tactical** in the gen9ou-1825 meta.

### What are the base stats for Tinkaton?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 85 |
| Attack | 75 |
| Defense | 77 |
| Sp. Atk | 70 |
| Sp. Def | 105 |
| Speed | 94 |
| **BST** | **506** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Tinkaton on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ou/Tinkaton) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 9 OU Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9ou) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9ou) - Build teams with Tinkaton
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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