Machamp V 172 / 189 Pokemon Card from Astral Radiance Set
Machamp V is a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon card with 220 HP. It is part of the Astral Radiance set from the Sword & Shield series and features artwork by…
Set: Astral Radiance
Number: 172/189
Rarity: Rare Ultra
Set
About the Machamp V Pokémon Card
Machamp V is a Fighting-type Pokémon card with 220 HP from the Astral Radiance set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 172/189 and is classified as Rare Ultra. The Astral Radiance set was released on May 27, 2022.
Within the Astral Radiance set, Machamp V currently carries the highest market price of any card.
Machamp V Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Machamp V
Card number: 172/189
Set: Astral Radiance
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Ultra
Subtypes: Basic, V
Type: Fighting
HP: 220
Artist: Shinya Komatsu
Release date: May 27, 2022
National Pokédex number: 68
Why Collect the Machamp V Pokémon Card?
Machamp V sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Astral Radiance set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set, and this card already commands the top market price within its set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Machamp V Pokémon Card
Machamp V was illustrated by Shinya Komatsu.
For Rare Ultra cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Machamp V Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Machamp V is about
11. Recent listings range from roughly
76 (low) to
,383 (high), with a mid-point near
38. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Astral Radiance set has a median card value near $0.37 and an average near $4.27, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -3% over the last 7 days and -10% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Astral Radiance set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Machamp V Pokémon Card
Whether Machamp V is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 10,022 copies of this card, of which 5,367 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 53.6%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Machamp V Pokémon Card?
Rare Ultra cards such as Machamp V are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 10,022 copies to date.
Other Printings of Machamp V
Machamp V appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Astral Radiance 171 (around $9.90), Astral Radiance 72 (around
.20) and VSTARユニバース 071.
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Machamp V Pokémon Card
The Machamp V pokémon card is a Rare Ultra card from the Astral Radiance set (Sword & Shield series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about 11; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Machamp V card from?
Machamp V is from the Astral Radiance set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 172/189 with the Rare Ultra rarity.
What rarity is the Machamp V card?
Machamp V is classified as Rare Ultra.
How much is the Machamp V 172/189 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
11, within a recent range of roughly
76 to
,383. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Machamp V card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 10,022 copies so far, with about 53.6% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Machamp V?
PSA has graded 10,022 copies, of which 5,367 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 53.6%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Machamp V card?
Rare Ultra cards such as Machamp V are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Astral Radiance set released?
The Astral Radiance set was released on May 27, 2022.
Are there other printings of Machamp V?
Yes. Machamp V appears on 3 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
