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Hundo CP Values
⚔️
Raids
Lv. 20
1,708 - 1,787 CP
🌤️
Raids (WB)
Lv. 25
2,135 - 2,234 CP
⭐
Max CP
Lv. 50
3,547 CP
🥚
Eggs
Lv. 20
1,708 - 1,787 CP
🔬
Research
Lv. 15
1,281 - 1,340 CP
Iron Boulder Pokemon GO
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Iron Boulder

#1022 · Paldea
RockPsychic
☁️ Partly Cloudy Boost

Base Stats

Attack 227
Defense 195
Stamina 189
Total: 611

Pokémon Info

Max CP3,579
GenerationPaldea (Gen 9)
Buddy Distance20km
Released❌ No
Shiny❌ No
Shadow❌ No

About Iron Boulder

Iron Boulder is a Rock/Psychic-type Pokémon from Paldea (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,579 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Iron Boulder has base stats of 227 Attack, 195 Defense, and 189 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 611.

With its high max CP, Iron Boulder is a strong contender in Master League PvP and a powerful raid attacker.

In Partly Cloudy weather, Iron Boulder receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Iron Boulder is 20km per candy.

⚡ Fast Attacks

MoveTypePowerEnergyDPSEPSPvP DPTPvP EPT
Splash-------

DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus

💥 Charged Attacks

MoveTypePowerEnergyDPSPvP PwrPvP Nrg
Struggle------

🛡️ Type Effectiveness

Weaknesses

Iron Boulder takes increased damage from these types:

Water 1.6×
Grass 1.6×
Ground 1.6×
Steel 1.6×
Bug 1.6×
Ghost 1.6×
Dark 1.6×

Resistances

Iron Boulder takes reduced damage from these types:

Normal 0.625×
Fire 0.625×
Poison 0.625×
Flying 0.625×
Psychic 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Iron Boulder

Top Pokémon to use when battling Iron Boulder in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.

#PokémonTypeATKDEFSTAMax CP
1 Kartana Grass Steel3231821394,206
2 Pheromosa Bug Fighting316851743,251
3 Blacephalon Fire Ghost3151481423,772
4 Darkrai Dark2851981724,278
5 Palkia Water Dragon2802151894,565
6 Dialga Steel Dragon2752112054,620
7 Chandelure Ghost Fire2711821553,739
8 Kyogre Water2702282054,708
9 Groudon Ground2702282054,708
10 Dragapult Dragon Ghost2661702044,041

🏆 Iron Boulder PvP IV Rankings

Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.

🟢 Great League (1500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
101412181,497
211312181,500
301214181,498
401511181,497
511411181,500
601312181,494
701313181,498
811212181,497
911213181,500
1021112181,500

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
101512302,496
201215302,497
301314302,497
401412302,490
501413302,497
611312302,495
721212302,500
801115302,491
911015302,496
1001511302,490

Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.

📋 Iron Boulder IV Chart

Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.

IVsWild L30Research L15Raid L20WB L25Max L40L50
100% (15/15/15)2,6811,3401,7872,2343,1283,547
98% (15/15/14)2,6751,3371,7832,2293,1203,538
96% (15/14/15)2,6751,3371,7832,2293,1203,538
93% (14/14/14)2,6571,3281,7712,2143,1003,515
91% (15/13/13)2,6551,3271,7702,2133,0983,512
87% (13/13/13)2,6331,3161,7552,1943,0723,483
82% (12/12/12)2,6101,3051,7392,1743,0443,452
80% (10/15/15)2,6261,3131,7502,1883,0633,473
67% (10/10/10)2,5621,2811,7082,1352,9893,389
0% (0/0/0)2,3331,1661,5551,9442,7213,086

📊 Special CP Values

Important CP values for Iron Boulder with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)3,547 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)3,128 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)1,708 - 1,787 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)2,135 - 2,234 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)1,708 - 1,787 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)1,281 - 1,340 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

Maximum CP for Iron Boulder with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.

LvMax CPLvMax CP
144263,128
23,128273,128
33,128283,128
43,128293,128
5421302,681
63,128313,128
73,128323,128
83,128333,128
93,128343,128
10894352,905
113,128363,128
123,128373,128
133,128383,128
143,128393,128
151,340403,128
163,128413,128
173,128423,128
183,128433,128
193,128443,128
201,787453,345
213,128463,128
223,128473,128
233,128483,128
243,128493,128
252,234503,547

📖 Complete Iron Boulder Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Iron Boulder (#1022) is a Rock/Psychic-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,579 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Iron Boulder is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Iron Boulder in 2026.

As a Legendary Pokémon, Iron Boulder is one of the most sought-after Pokémon in the game. It can be obtained through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, and GO Battle League rewards at Rank 20+. The buddy distance is 20km per candy.

📊 Iron Boulder Stats Analysis

Iron Boulder's Attack stat is 227 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Iron Boulder a strong damage dealer.

With 195 Defense (Excellent) and 189 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 611. This gives Iron Boulder reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Rock-type Pokémon, Iron Boulder's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Iron Boulder Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Iron Boulder depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Splash (Fast) with Struggle (Charged) for maximum DPS. This takes advantage of STAB (Same Type Attack Bonus) which provides a 20% damage boost for matching-type moves.

For PvP (GO Battle League), energy generation and coverage matter more than raw DPS. Iron Boulder has 1 Fast Attacks and 1 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Iron Boulder PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Iron Boulder can be a viable pick. For Great League, lower Attack IVs (like 0/15/15) are preferred to maximize stat product under 1500 CP. The Rock/Psychic typing provides useful matchups against Normal, Fire, Poison-type threats while being weak to Water, Grass, Ground types.

Master League

With 3,547 CP at Level 50, Iron Boulder is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.

💪 Iron Boulder Raid Guide & Counters

Iron Boulder appears as a 5-Star Legendary Raid Boss. Focus on Water, Grass, Ground-type counters for maximum damage. A group of 4-6 trainers with optimal counters is recommended. After the raid, catch Iron Boulder at Level 20 (1,708 - 1,787 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,135 - 2,234 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,787 CP.

🎯 How to Get Iron Boulder in Pokémon GO

Iron Boulder is a Legendary Pokémon obtainable through Tier 5 Raids, Special Research, GO Battle League rewards (Rank 20+), and special event distributions. Check the current events for raid availability.

✨ Shiny Iron Boulder in Pokémon GO

Shiny Iron Boulder is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Iron Boulder gets a weather boost in Partly Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,135 - 2,234 CP). The buddy distance is 20km per candy. Rare Candy is the most efficient option for powering up.

💡 Tips & Tricks

  • Best IVs for PvP: Master League: 15/15/15. Capped leagues: low Attack, high Def/Sta.
  • Second Charged Move: Costs 100K Stardust + 100 Candy — adds coverage in PvP.
  • Trading: Requires Special Trade (1/day).
  • Catch rate: 2% base — use Golden Razz + Excellent curveball throws.

❓ FAQ About Iron Boulder

Q: What is Iron Boulder's max CP?
A: 3,547 CP at Level 50, or 3,128 CP at Level 40.

Q: Is Iron Boulder good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.

Q: Can Iron Boulder be shiny?
A: Not yet — stay tuned for future releases.

Q: What is Iron Boulder weak to?
A: Water, Grass, Ground, Steel, Bug, Ghost, Dark-type moves.

Q: Best moveset?
A: Splash + Struggle for optimal DPS.

📚 Related Guides

Rock Rock-Type Psychic Psychic-Type 🗺️ Paldea 📱 Full Pokédex ✨ Shiny Checklist 📅 Events

Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.

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