# Kabutops - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in XY

> Find the best Kabutops builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in XY. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Kabutops Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | XY (`xy`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | xy |
| **Usage** | N/A |
| **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/xy/Kabutops)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/xy/Kabutops
- **Format Overview**: [XY Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/xy)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/xy](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/xy)

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## Common Moves
- **Stone Edge**: 99.983%
- **Rapid Spin**: 98.857%
- **Waterfall**: 96.481%
- **Swords Dance**: 67.760%
- **Superpower**: 24.310%
- **Other**: 12.610%

## Common Abilities
- **Swift Swim**: 72.135%
- **Weak Armor**: 27.865%
- **Battle Armor**: 0.000%

## Common Items
- **Leftovers**: 66.671%
- **Muscle Band**: 24.309%
- **Life Orb**: 5.459%
- **Other**: 3.561%

## Common Teammates
- **Politoed**: 72.099%
- **Ferrothorn**: 72.018%
- **Tornadus-Therian**: 71.993%
- **Swampert-Mega**: 71.012%
- **Omastar**: 66.671%
- **Metagross-Mega**: 24.309%

## FAQ for Kabutops in xy-1760

### What are the top moves for Kabutops?
The most common moves for Kabutops are Stone Edge, Rapid Spin, Waterfall, Swords Dance. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Kabutops?
Kabutops is frequently paired with Politoed, Ferrothorn, Tornadus-Therian, Swampert-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 `0/252/4/0/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 67.677% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Kabutops?
Kabutops is most effectively run with the ability **Swift Swim** (72.135%) and the item **Leftovers** (66.671%).

### What is the most common role for Kabutops?
Based on common item usage (Leftovers), Kabutops often functions as a **bulky attacker or support** in the xy-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/xy/Kabutops) - Full interactive stats page
- [XY Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/xy) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/xy) - Build teams with Kabutops
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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