Kabuto
Kabuto is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Legendary Collection (#48). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $143.50 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2002. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Kabuto suits collectors working on Legendary Collection who need the Uncommon slot. Vintage copies are condition-dominated; edge whitening and holo scratches move value faster than small NM quote changes on modern cards.
What is Kabuto from Legendary Collection?
Kabuto is a Pokémon card in Legendary Collection numbered 48. A Pokémon that was resurrected from a fossil found in what was once the ocean floor eons ago. National Pokédex #140. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Kabuto worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $143.50 for Kabuto. Low and high spread runs $199.99 to $4321.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $143.50; Normal: $1.58. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Legendary Collection |
|---|---|
| Number | 48 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $143.50 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.41 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $143.50 |
| Normal | $1.58 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 30 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fighting |
| Evolves from | Mysterious Fossil |
| Scratch | Colorless 10 |
| Kabuto Armor | Whenever an attack (even your own) does damage to Kabuto (after applying Weakness and Resistance), that attack does only half the damage to Kabuto (rounded down to the nearest 10). (Any other effects of attacks still happen.) This power stops working while Kabuto is affected by a Special Condition. |
| Weakness | Grass ×2 |
How collectible is Kabuto?
Kabuto is listed as Uncommon in Legendary Collection. Vintage holos reward patient collectors who can verify authenticity and condition. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Kabuto?
Catalog fields: set Legendary Collection, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Kabuto (#48) carries vintage collector interest from Legendary Collection. Surface and holo condition usually matter more than small day-to-day market noise.
Pros
- Kabuto is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Legendary Collection, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $143.50 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $143.50; Normal: $1.58).
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $143.50 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Kabuto worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $143.50 for ungraded Kabuto from Legendary Collection. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Kabuto from?
Kabuto is listed in Legendary Collection (Other) as card #48. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Kabuto?
Our catalog lists Kabuto as Uncommon in Legendary Collection. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Kabuto good for collectors or players?
Kabuto includes gameplay stats in Legendary Collection. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Should I grade Kabuto?
Grading only makes sense when Kabuto appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $143.50, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Kabuto?
Finish variants of Kabuto carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $143.50; Normal: $1.58 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.