Metang

Metang is a Steel- and Psychic-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. At level 50, Metang has a maximum CP of 1,946. It is weak to Dark, Fire, Ghost, and Ground-type attacks. The best raid moveset for Metang is Metal Claw and Gyro Ball.

Metang Stats and Max CP

138 ATK

176 DEF

155 HP

Lvl 50 Max CP

1946 CP

Lvl 40

1721 CP

Lvl 25 Weather Boost

1229 CP

Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs

983 CP

Lvl 15 Research

738 CP

Metang's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

Read meta analysis

Raid Attacker

Not ranked

Steel-type

Psychic-type

Great League

Ultra League

Metang Type Chart

Metang takes increased damage from:

Dark160.0%

Fire160.0%

Ghost160.0%

Ground160.0%

Metang takes reduced damage from:

Poison39.1%

Psychic39.1%

Dragon62.5%

Fairy62.5%

Flying62.5%

Grass62.5%

Ice62.5%

Normal62.5%

Rock62.5%

Steel62.5%

Metang best moveset

Metal Claw + Gyro Ball

Metal Claw

Gyro Ball

The best Steel-type moveset for Metang is Metal Claw and Gyro Ball (8.03 DPS, 136.6 TDO). In raids, Metang ranks #151 among Steel-type attackers (E Tier).

9 of 9 matches

Data table

1.	Metal Claw	Psychic	7.96	9.11	154.9
2.	Fury Cutter	Psychic	7.68	8.80	149.6
3.	Zen Headbutt	Psychic	7.25	8.30	141.2
4.	Metal Claw	Psyshock	7.15	8.19	139.2
5.	Metal Claw	Gyro Ball	7.02	8.03	136.6
6.	Fury Cutter	Psyshock	6.70	7.68	130.6
7.	Zen Headbutt	Psyshock	6.59	7.54	128.3
8.	Fury Cutter	Gyro Ball	6.52	7.47	127.0

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Fast Attacks

Fury Cutter480.5s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Grass160%
Psychic160%
Dark160%
Resisted by
Fighting62.5%
Flying62.5%
Poison62.5%
Ghost62.5%
Steel62.5%
Fire62.5%
Fairy62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 4
Energy 8
Weather boost
Rain
Duration 0.5s
Damage window 0.2s - 0.5s
Trainer Battles
Damage 3
Energy 4

Effects
Fury Cutter has no special effects.
See Fury Cutter details page ↗
Zen Headbutt1191.0s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Fighting160%
Poison160%
Resisted by
Steel62.5%
Psychic62.5%
Dark39.1%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 11
Energy 9
Weather boost
Windy
Duration 1.0s
Damage window 0.8s - 0.9s
Trainer Battles
Damage 8
Energy 6

Effects
Zen Headbutt has no special effects.
See Zen Headbutt details page ↗
Metal Claw650.5s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Rock160%
Ice160%
Fairy160%
Resisted by
Steel62.5%
Fire62.5%
Water62.5%
Electric62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 6
Energy 5
Weather boost
Snow
Duration 0.5s
Damage window 0.2s - 0.4s
Trainer Battles
Damage 5
Energy 7

Effects
Metal Claw has no special effects.
See Metal Claw details page ↗

Damage	4
Energy	8
Weather boost	Rain
Duration	0.5s
Damage window	0.2s - 0.5s

Damage	3
Energy	4

Damage	11
Energy	9
Weather boost	Windy
Duration	1.0s
Damage window	0.8s - 0.9s

Damage	8
Energy	6

Damage	6
Energy	5
Weather boost	Snow
Duration	0.5s
Damage window	0.2s - 0.4s

Damage	5
Energy	7

Charged Attacks

Psychic95503.0s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Fighting160%
Poison160%
Resisted by
Steel62.5%
Psychic62.5%
Dark39.1%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 95
Energy 50
Weather boost
Windy
Duration 3.0s
Damage window 1.5s - 2.8s
Trainer Battles
Damage 75
Energy 55

Effects
Special
Psychic has a 10.0% chance to:
Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
See Psychic details page ↗
Psyshock60332.5s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Fighting160%
Poison160%
Resisted by
Steel62.5%
Psychic62.5%
Dark39.1%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 60
Energy 33
Weather boost
Windy
Duration 2.5s
Damage window 1.8s - 2.4s
Trainer Battles
Damage 70
Energy 40

Effects
Psyshock has no special effects.
See Psyshock details page ↗
Gyro Ball85503.5s
Type effectiveness chart
Super effective against
Rock160%
Ice160%
Fairy160%
Resisted by
Steel62.5%
Fire62.5%
Water62.5%
Electric62.5%
Gym and Raid Battles
Damage 85
Energy 50
Weather boost
Snow
Duration 3.5s
Damage window 3.2s - 3.5s
Trainer Battles
Damage 80
Energy 50

Effects
Gyro Ball has no special effects.
See Gyro Ball details page ↗

Damage	95
Energy	50
Weather boost	Windy
Duration	3.0s
Damage window	1.5s - 2.8s

Damage	75
Energy	55

Damage	60
Energy	33
Weather boost	Windy
Duration	2.5s
Damage window	1.8s - 2.4s

Damage	70
Energy	40

Damage	85
Energy	50
Weather boost	Snow
Duration	3.5s
Damage window	3.2s - 3.5s

Damage	80
Energy	50

More information

DPS and TDO for every Fast and Charged Attack combination Metang can learn. Change the weather or the opponent to see how the order shifts.

Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). You get them at special events or with an Elite Fast TM or Elite Charged TM. The table above lists every move Metang can learn, with its DPS and TDO.

Metang CP Chart

At Level 50, Metang maxes out at 1,946 CP. Raid catches are 925 to 983 CP, or 1,156 to 1,229 CP weather boosted. Field and Special Research catches are 694 to 738 CP. The top of each range is a hundo.

Max CP	1946 CP
Max CP	Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Research	694 CP - 738 CP
Research	Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Eggs	925 CP - 983 CP
Eggs	Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raids	925 CP - 983 CP
	Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
	1156 CP - 1229 CP
	Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs

Max Combat Power per Level chart

Metang’s max CP at every level from 1 to 50. CP Calculator

LVL	Max CP	LVL	Max CP	LVL	Max CP
1	24 CP	2	76 CP	3	128 CP
4	180 CP	5	232 CP	6	284 CP
7	336 CP	8	388 CP	9	440 CP
10	492 CP	11	541 CP	12	590 CP
13	639 CP	14	688 CP	15	738 CP
16	787 CP	17	836 CP	18	885 CP
19	934 CP	20	983 CP	21	1033 CP
22	1082 CP	23	1131 CP	24	1180 CP
25	1229 CP	26	1279 CP	27	1328 CP
28	1377 CP	29	1426 CP	30	1476 CP
31	1500 CP	32	1525 CP	33	1549 CP
34	1574 CP	35	1598 CP	36	1623 CP
37	1648 CP	38	1672 CP	39	1697 CP
40	1721 CP	41	1743 CP	42	1765 CP
43	1787 CP	44	1810 CP	45	1832 CP
46	1855 CP	47	1877 CP	48	1900 CP
49	1923 CP	50	1946 CP

More information

Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15, with a 10/10/10 IV floor.
Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20, with a 10/10/10 IV floor.
Raid Bosses caught without a weather boost are always Level 20, with a 10/10/10 IV floor.
- 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25, with a 10/10/10 IV floor.
- 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
Wild encounters range from Level 1 to 30, with no IV floor.
Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5-level boost, to Level 6 to 35, and a 4/4/4 IV floor.

Mega Pokémon that boost Metang

Mega Pokémon that boost Metang’s Steel and Psychic-type moves and give extra Candy and Candy XL when you catch Metang.

Steel

Psychic

More information

Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –In raids, an active Mega gives every other Pokémon a 10% damage boost, or 30% for attacks that share its type. Boosts from several Megas don’t stack; only the highest one applies.

Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While you have a Mega out, you get extra XP and Candy for catching Pokémon that share its type, and for any raid boss. These bonuses don’t stack. At High and Max Mega Level, same-type catches also have a better chance of giving Candy XL.

Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza

Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

Pokédex information

Pokédex Number	#375
Height	1.19 m
Weight	202.5 kg
Region	Generation 3
Can be traded	Allowed
Gender	Genderless
Buddy distance	5 km
Released	Yes
Shiny released	Yes
Pokémon Home transfer	Allowed
Base Flee Rate	0%
Catch rewards	5 300
Additional Move Cost	75 75000
Mega Energy reward For walking as a Buddy	25 Mega Energy

Evolution Chart

Pokémon	Requires	Evolution
Beldum	25 Candy	Metang
Metang	100 Candy	Metagross
Metagross	300 / 60 Energy (Mega Evolution)	Mega Metagross

Beldum evolves into Metang which costs 25 Candy.
Metang evolves into Metagross which costs 100 Candy.
Metagross can transform into Mega Metagross through Mega Evolution. This costs 300 energy the first time and 60 energy each subsequent time.

Metang family

Metang’s evolutions, regional forms and other variants in Pokémon GO.

Size information

The illustration compares it with a 1.70 m (5′07″) Trainer.

XXS	XS	M	XL	XXL

0.58 m	0.6 m	1.19 m	1.79 m	2.38 m

Size bounds

Metang's height ranges from 0.5831 m to 2.38 m, with the average being 1.19 m.

Size	Lower bound	Upper bound
XXS	0.5831 m1′11″	0.595 m1′11″
XS	0.595 m1′11″	0.8925 m2′11″
M	0.8925 m2′11″	1.4875 m4′11″
XL	1.4875 m4′11″	1.785 m5′10″
XXL	1.785 m5′10″	2.38 m7′10″

Encounter data

Movement type: Hovering
Movement Timer: 11s
Jump Time: 1.1s
Attack Probability: 20%
Attack Timer: 20s
Dodge Probability: 10%
Dodge Duration: 1s
Dodge Distance: 1
Action Frequency: 0.2–1.6s

Power-up costs

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	-

Stardust, Candy and Candy XL to power up Metang from Level 1 to 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40 and 50. Maxing it out costs 520,000 Stardust, 304 Candy and 296 Candy XL.

Power-Up Cost Calculator

Sprites

Regular and Shiny Metang

Metang high resolution sprites

High-resolution Pokémon HOME sprites for Metang. Labels are our best match for each sprite. Click one to download it at 512×512.

Official artwork

Wallpaper

Metang Pokédex entries

Versions	Pokédex entry
Ruby	When two BELDUM fuse together, METANG is formed. The brains of the BELDUM are joined by a magnetic nervous system.By linking its brains magnetically, this POKéMON generates strong psychokinetic power.
Sapphire	When two BELDUM fuse together, METANG is formed. The brains of the BELDUM are joined by a magnetic nervous system.This POKéMON turns its arms to the rear for traveling at high speed.
Emerald	The claws tipping its arms pack the destructive power to tear through thick iron sheets as if they were silk. It flies at over 60 miles per hour.
FireRed, LeafGreen	It floats midair using magnetism. Its body is so tough, even a crash with a jet plane won’t leave a scratch.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum	It is formed by two BELDUM joining together. Its steel body won’t be scratched if it collides with a jet.
HeartGold, SoulSilver	When two BELDUM fuse together, a magnetic nervous system places their brains in union.
Black, White	It is formed by two Beldum joining together. Its steel body won’t be scratched if it collides with a jet.
Black 2, White 2	It is formed by two Beldum joining together. Its two brains are linked, amplifying its psychic power.
X	It is formed by two Beldum joining together. Its steel body won’t be scratched if it collides with a jet.
Y	It is formed by two Beldum joining together. Its two brains are linked, amplifying its psychic power.
Omega Ruby	When two Beldum fuse together, Metang is formed. The brains of the Beldum are joined by a magnetic nervous system. By linking its brains magnetically, this Pokémon generates strong psychokinetic power.
Alpha Sapphire	When two Beldum fuse together, Metang is formed. The brains of the Beldum are joined by a magnetic nervous system. This Pokémon turns its arms to the rear for traveling at high speed.
Sun	When two Beldum link together, their psychic power is doubled. Their intelligence, however, remains unchanged.
Moon	It adores magnetic minerals, so it pursues Nosepass at speeds exceeding 60 mph.
Ultra Sun	With its two brains, it fires powerful psychic energy to stop its prey in their tracks.
Ultra Moon	It flies at high speeds around the skies. When it finds its prey, Metang takes a firm grip with its sharp claws and never lets go.
Sword	Two Beldum have become stuck together via their own magnetic forces. With two brains, the resulting Metang has doubled psychic powers.
Shield	Using magnetic forces to stay aloft, this Pokémon flies at high speeds, weaving through harsh mountain terrain in pursuit of prey.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best moves for Metang in Pokémon GO?

Metang’s best moves are Metal Claw and Gyro Ball, for 8.03 DPS and 136.6 TDO.

Values use the default battle settings. Results vary with the opponent and weather.

What are Metang’s strengths and weaknesses?

Steel and Psychic-type Pokémon are weak to Dark, Fire, Ghost, and Ground-type moves. They take reduced damage from Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Rock, Steel, Poison, and Psychic-type moves.

How does Metang perform in Raids?

Metang ranks #151 among Steel-type attackers (E Tier).

Metang ranks #185 among Psychic-type attackers (E Tier).

What is Metang’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

Metang tops out at 1,721 CP at Level 40 and 1,946 CP at Level 50.

Can Metang be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Metang can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Metang Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Metang can Dynamax in Pokémon GO.

What Mega Pokémon boost Metang?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Metang: Mega Steelix, Mega Scizor, Mega Skarmory, Mega Mawile, Mega Aggron, Mega Metagross, Mega Lucario, Mega Alakazam, Mega Slowbro, Mega Starmie, Mega Mewtwo X, Mega Mewtwo Y, Mega Gardevoir, Mega Medicham, Mega Latias, Mega Latios, Mega Rayquaza, Mega Gallade, Mega Delphox, and Mega Malamar.

Metang Stats and Max CP

Metang's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

Metang Type Chart

Metang takes increased damage from:

Metang takes reduced damage from:

Fast Attacks

Super effective against

Resisted by

Super effective against

Resisted by

Super effective against

Resisted by

Charged Attacks

Super effective against

Resisted by

Super effective against

Resisted by

Super effective against

Resisted by

Steel

Psychic

Evolution Chart

Metang family

Size bounds

Regular and Shiny Metang

Metang high resolution sprites

Official artwork

Wallpaper

What are the best moves for Metang in Pokémon GO?

What are Metang’s strengths and weaknesses?

How does Metang perform in Raids?

What is Metang’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

Can Metang be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Can Metang Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

What Mega Pokémon boost Metang?

Overview and stats

Metang Stats and Max CP

Metang's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

Metang Type Chart

Metang takes increased damage from:

Metang takes reduced damage from:

Fast Attacks

Super effective against

Resisted by

Super effective against

Resisted by

Super effective against

Resisted by

Charged Attacks

Super effective against

Resisted by

Super effective against

Resisted by

Super effective against

Resisted by

Steel

Psychic

Evolution Chart

Metang family

Size bounds

Regular and Shiny Metang

Metang high resolution sprites

Official artwork

Wallpaper

What are the best moves for Metang in Pokémon GO?

What are Metang’s strengths and weaknesses?

How does Metang perform in Raids?

What is Metang’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

Can Metang be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Can Metang Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

What Mega Pokémon boost Metang?