Moltres vs Great Tusk: Which Is Better?

Quick answer: Moltres is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.

Moltres
#146
Moltres
Fire Flying
Flame Pokémon
Great Tusk
#984
Great Tusk
Ground Fighting
Paradox Pokémon

Base Stats Comparison

90 HP 115
100 Attack 131
90 Defense 131
125 Sp. Atk 53
85 Sp. Def 53
90 Speed 87
580 Total (BST) 570

Moltres wins 3 stats, Great Tusk wins 3 stats.

Moltres attacking Great Tusk

2x

Super effective!

Great Tusk attacking Moltres

0.5x

Not very effective

Physical Attributes

 MoltresGreat Tusk
Height2.0m2.2m
Weight60.0kg320.0kg

Verdict: Which Is Better?

Moltres

Moltres is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.

  • Moltres has a higher base stat total (580 vs 570).
  • Moltres hits Great Tusk for 2x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
  • Moltres is faster (90 vs 87 Speed), so it usually moves first.

Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.

Moltres vs Great Tusk — FAQ

Is Moltres better than Great Tusk?

Based on base stats and type matchups, Moltres is the better overall pick. Moltres has a higher base stat total (580 vs 570); Moltres hits Great Tusk for 2x damage while only taking 0.5x back.

Who would win a battle, Moltres or Great Tusk?

Moltres has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Moltres is faster (90 vs 87 base Speed) and usually moves first.

Does Moltres or Great Tusk have better stats?

Moltres has the higher base stat total (580 vs 570). Great Tusk is both bulkier and stronger offensively.

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