Iron Tail + Heavy Slam
The best Steel-type moveset for Steelix is Iron Tail and Heavy Slam (9.00 DPS, 265.7 TDO). In raids, Steelix ranks #116 among Steel-type attackers (E Tier).
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Steelix is a Steel- and Ground-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. At level 50, Steelix has a maximum CP of 2,729. It is weak to Fighting, Fire, Ground, and Water-type attacks. The best raid moveset for Steelix is Iron Tail and Heavy Slam.
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Raid Attacker
Gym Defender
Steel-type
Ground-type
Great League
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Steelix takes increased damage from:
Fighting160.0%
Fire160.0%Ground160.0%
Water160.0%
Steelix takes reduced damage from:
Poison24.4%
Electric39.1%
Rock39.1%
Bug62.5%
Dragon62.5%
Fairy62.5%
Flying62.5%
Normal62.5%
Psychic62.5%Steel62.5%
| 1. | Iron Tail | Heavy Slam | 8.32 | 9.00 | 265.7 |
| 2. | Iron Tail |  Breaking Swipe | 8.22 | 8.90 | 262.7 |
| 3. | Iron Tail | Earthquake | 8.22 | 8.89 | 262.5 |
| 4. |  Thunder Fang | Heavy Slam | 8.00 | 8.66 | 255.7 |
| 5. | Dragon Tail | Heavy Slam | 7.99 | 8.66 | 255.5 |
| 6. | Thunder Fang | Earthquake | 7.89 | 8.54 | 252.1 |
| 7. | Dragon Tail | Earthquake | 7.89 | 8.54 | 252.0 |
| 8. | Dragon Tail | Breaking Swipe | 7.84 | 8.49 | 250.6 |
Dragon Tail
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1.0s
| Damage | 14 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 8 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.0s |
| Damage window | 0.8s - 0.9s |
| Damage | 9 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 12 |
Thunder Fang10131.0s| Damage | 10 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 13 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.0s |
| Damage window | 0.2s - 0.7s |
| Damage | 8 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 6 |
Iron Tail1461.0s| Damage | 14 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 6 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.0s |
| Damage window | 0.8s - 0.9s |
| Damage | 10 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 7 |
Crunch65333.0s| Damage | 65 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 33 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 3.0s |
| Damage window | 1.1s - 2.8s |
| Damage | 70 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 45 |
SpecialCrunch has a 20.0% chance to:
Breaking Swipe45331.0s| Damage | 45 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 33 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.0s |
| Damage window | 0.5s - 0.9s |
| Damage | 50 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
SpecialBreaking Swipe has a 100.0% chance to:
Earthquake1401003.5s| Damage | 140 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 100 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 3.5s |
| Damage window | 2.6s - 3.4s |
| Damage | 120 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 65 |
Psychic Fangs25331.0s| Damage | 25 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 33 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 1.0s |
| Damage window | 0.2s - 0.9s |
| Damage | 40 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 35 |
SpecialPsychic Fangs has a 100.0% chance to:
Heavy Slam70502.0s| Damage | 70 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
| Weather boost |
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| Duration | 2.0s |
| Damage window | 1.4s - 1.8s |
| Damage | 70 |
|---|---|
| Energy | 50 |
The following chart shows Steelix's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Steelix's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.
Legacy Elite Fast and Charged Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charged TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Steelix has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).
At level 50, Steelix can reach 2,729 CP. The raid CP range is 1,308 to 1,379 without a weather boost or 1,635 to 1,724 with one. For Field and Special Research, the range is 981 to 1,034 CP.
 Max CP | 2729 CP |
|---|---|
| Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs | |
 Research | 981 CP - 1034 CP |
| Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
 Eggs | 1308 CP - 1379 CP |
| Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
 Raids | 1308 CP - 1379 CP |
| Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs | |
| 1635 CP - 1724 CP | |
| Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs |
Steelix Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator
| LVL | Max CP | LVL | Max CP | LVL | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 34 CP | 2 | 107 CP | 3 | 179 CP |
| 4 | 252 CP | 5 | 325 CP | 6 | 398 CP |
| 7 | 471 CP | 8 | 544 CP | 9 | 617 CP |
| 10 | 690 CP | 11 | 759 CP | 12 | 828 CP |
| 13 | 896 CP | 14 | 965 CP | 15 | 1034 CP |
| 16 | 1103 CP | 17 | 1172 CP | 18 | 1241 CP |
| 19 | 1310 CP | 20 | 1379 CP | 21 | 1448 CP |
| 22 | 1517 CP | 23 | 1586 CP | 24 | 1655 CP |
| 25 | 1724 CP | 26 | 1793 CP | 27 | 1862 CP |
| 28 | 1931 CP | 29 | 2000 CP | 30 | 2069 CP |
| 31 | 2104 CP | 32 | 2138 CP | 33 | 2173 CP |
| 34 | 2207 CP | 35 | 2242 CP | 36 | 2276 CP |
| 37 | 2311 CP | 38 | 2345 CP | 39 | 2380 CP |
| 40 | 2414 CP | 41 | 2445 CP | 42 | 2476 CP |
| 43 | 2507 CP | 44 | 2538 CP | 45 | 2569 CP |
| 46 | 2601 CP | 47 | 2633 CP | 48 | 2665 CP |
| 49 | 2697 CP | 50 | 2729 CP |
More information
A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Steelix's Steel and Ground-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Steelix.
Steel GroundMega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.
Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.
Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza
| Pokédex Number | #208 |
|---|---|
| Height | 9.19 m |
| Weight | 400 kg |
| Region | Generation 2 |
| Can be traded | Allowed |
| Gender | ♂ 50% Male ♀ 50% Female |
| Buddy distance | 5 km |
| Released | Yes |
| Shiny released | Yes |
| Pokémon Home transfer | Allowed |
| Base Flee Rate | 0% |
| Catch rewards |  5 300 |
| Additional Move Cost | 7575000 |
| Mega Energy reward For walking as a Buddy |  25 Mega Energy |
| Pokémon | Requires | Evolution |
|---|---|---|
 Onix |
|  Steelix |
| Steelix |
|  Mega Steelix |
A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Steelix in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.
Onix
Steelix
Mega Steelix
Shadow Onix
Shadow SteelixThe illustration shows a comparison with a 1.70 m (5′07″) tall Trainer. Max height has been limited to 450px for rendering purposes.
| XXS | XS | M | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| |  | | |
| 4.5 m | 4.6 m | 9.19 m | 13.79 m | 16.08 m |
Steelix's height ranges from 4.5031 m to 16.0825 m, with the average being 9.19 m.
| Size | Lower bound | Upper bound |
|---|---|---|
| XXS | 4.5031 m14′09″ | 4.595 m15′01″ |
| XS | 4.595 m15′01″ | 6.8925 m22′07″ |
| M | 6.8925 m22′07″ | 11.4875 m37′08″ |
| XL | 11.4875 m37′08″ | 13.785 m45′03″ |
| XXL | 13.785 m45′03″ | 16.0825 m52′09″ |
| LVL | Stardust | Candy |  Candy XL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 520,000 | 304 | 296 |
| 40 | 280,000 | 304 | 10 |
| 35 | 190,000 | 196 | - |
| 30 | 125,000 | 126 | - |
| 25 | 80,000 | 87 | - |
| 20 | 47,500 | 58 | - |
| 15 | 25,500 | 38 | - |
| 10 | 11,000 | 19 | - |
| 5 | 3,000 | 9 | - |
Steelix Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Steelix from Level 1 to Level 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50. It will cost you 520,000 Stardust, 304 Candy, and 296 Candy XL to fully power up Steelix in Pokémon GO.
A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Steelix. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.
| Versions | Pokédex entry |
|---|---|
| Gold | Its body has been compressed deep under the ground. As a result, it is even harder than a diamond. |
| Silver | It is said that if an ONIX lives for over 100 years, its composition changes to become diamond-like. |
| Crystal | The many small metal particles that cover this POKéMON's body reflect bright light well. |
| Ruby, Sapphire | STEELIX lives even further underground than ONIX. This POKéMON is known to dig towards the earth’s core. There are records of this POKéMON reaching a depth of over six-tenths of a mile underground. |
| Emerald | STEELIX live even further underground than ONIX. This POKéMON is known to dig toward the earth’s core, reaching a depth of over six-tenths of a mile underground. |
| FireRed | It is said that if an ONIX lives for over 100 years, its composition changes to become diamond-like. |
| LeafGreen | Its body has been compressed deep under the ground. As a result, it is even harder than diamond. |
| Diamond | Tempered underground under high pressure and heat, its body is harder than any metal. |
| Pearl | It chews its way through boulders with its sturdy jaws. Its eyes can see in the darkness underground. |
| Platinum, Black, White | It is thought its body transformed as a result of iron accumulating internally from swallowing soil. |
| HeartGold | Its body has been compressed deep under the ground. As a result, it is even harder than a diamond. |
| SoulSilver | It’s said that if an ONIX lives for 100 years, its composition becomes diamondlike as it evolves into a STEELIX. |
| Black 2, White 2 | The iron it ingested with the soil it swallowed transformed its body and made it harder than diamonds. |
| X | Tempered underground under high pressure and heat, its body is harder than any metal. |
| Y | It chews its way through boulders with its sturdy jaws. Its eyes can see in the darkness underground. |
| Omega Ruby | Steelix lives even further underground than Onix. This Pokémon is known to dig toward the earth’s core. There are records of this Pokémon reaching a depth of over six-tenths of a mile underground. |
| Alpha Sapphire | Steelix lives even further underground than Onix. This Pokémon is known to dig toward the earth’s core. There are records of this Pokémon reaching a depth of over six-tenths of a mile underground. |
| Sword | It is said that if an Onix lives for over 100 years, its composition changes to become diamond-like. |
| Shield | It is thought its body transformed as a result of iron accumulating internally from swallowing soil. |
| Legends: Arceus | This Pokémon evolved through use of a strange item. Its body is coated with steel powder and notably hard—not even diamond can leave so much as a scratch. |
The best moves for Steelix in Pokémon GO are Iron Tail and Heavy Slam. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 9 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 265.7.
Values use the default battle settings. Results vary with the opponent and weather.
Steel and Ground-type Pokémon are weak to Fighting, Fire, Ground, and Water-type moves. They take reduced damage from Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Normal, Psychic, Steel, Electric, Rock, and Poison-type moves.
Steelix’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2,414 CP and 2,729 CP at Level 50.
Steelix can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.
Steelix cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.
The following Mega Pokémon boost Steelix: Mega Steelix, Mega Scizor, Mega Skarmory, Mega Mawile, Mega Aggron, Mega Metagross, Mega Lucario, Mega Swampert, Mega Camerupt, Primal Groudon, and Mega Garchomp.
Regular Steelix
Regular Steelix ♀
Shiny Steelix
Shiny Steelix ♀
