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Iron Hands
Base Stats
Pokémon Info
| Max CP | 4,704 |
| Generation | Paldea (Gen 9) |
| Buddy Distance | 20km |
| Released | ❌ No |
| Shiny | ❌ No |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
About Iron Hands
Iron Hands is a Fighting/Electric-type Pokémon from Paldea (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 4,704 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Iron Hands has base stats of 245 Attack, 177 Defense, and 319 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 741.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 245, Iron Hands is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles.
In Cloudy weather, Iron Hands receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Iron Hands is 20km per candy.
⚡ Fast Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | EPS | PvP DPT | PvP EPT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Splash | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
DPS = Damage/Sec (PvE) · EPS = Energy/Sec · DPT/EPT = Damage/Energy Per Turn (PvP) · STAB = +20% type bonus
💥 Charged Attacks
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Struggle | - | - | - | - | - | - |
🛡️ Type Effectiveness
Weaknesses
Iron Hands takes increased damage from these types:
Resistances
Iron Hands takes reduced damage from these types:
🎯 Best Counters Against Iron Hands
Top Pokémon to use when battling Iron Hands in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Deoxys
| Psychic | 345 | 115 | 137 | 3,615 |
| 2 |
Mewtwo
| Psychic | 300 | 182 | 214 | 4,780 |
| 3 |
Alakazam
| Psychic | 271 | 167 | 146 | 3,498 |
| 4 |
Groudon
| Ground | 270 | 228 | 205 | 4,708 |
| 5 |
Azelf
| Psychic | 270 | 151 | 181 | 3,673 |
| 6 |
Latios
| Dragon Psychic | 268 | 212 | 190 | 4,362 |
| 7 |
Espeon
| Psychic | 261 | 175 | 163 | 3,626 |
| 8 |
Garchomp
| Dragon Ground | 261 | 193 | 239 | 4,532 |
| 9 |
Tapu Lele
| Psychic Fairy | 259 | 208 | 172 | 3,998 |
| 10 |
Metagross
| Steel Psychic | 257 | 228 | 190 | 4,337 |
🏆 Iron Hands PvP IV Rankings
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
🟢 Great League (1500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 5 | 12 | 14 | 1,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 1,500 |
| 3 | 0 | 7 | 8 | 14 | 1,500 |
| 4 | 0 | 8 | 6 | 14 | 1,499 |
| 5 | 0 | 9 | 4 | 14 | 1,498 |
| 6 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 14 | 1,498 |
| 7 | 0 | 10 | 3 | 14 | 1,500 |
| 8 | 1 | 8 | 4 | 14 | 1,500 |
| 9 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 14 | 1,497 |
| 10 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 14 | 1,499 |
🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 15 | 3 | 23 | 2,500 |
| 2 | 0 | 13 | 6 | 23 | 2,498 |
| 3 | 0 | 12 | 8 | 23 | 2,499 |
| 4 | 0 | 11 | 9 | 23 | 2,497 |
| 5 | 0 | 11 | 10 | 23 | 2,500 |
| 6 | 0 | 10 | 11 | 23 | 2,497 |
| 7 | 0 | 9 | 12 | 23 | 2,495 |
| 8 | 0 | 9 | 13 | 23 | 2,498 |
| 9 | 1 | 10 | 9 | 23 | 2,500 |
| 10 | 0 | 8 | 14 | 23 | 2,495 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
📋 Iron Hands IV Chart
Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.
| IVs | Wild L30 | Research L15 | Raid L20 | WB L25 | Max L40 | L50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% (15/15/15) | 3,525 | 1,762 | 2,349 | 2,937 | 4,112 | 4,662 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 3,519 | 1,759 | 2,346 | 2,932 | 4,106 | 4,655 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 3,515 | 1,757 | 2,343 | 2,929 | 4,101 | 4,650 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 3,497 | 1,748 | 2,331 | 2,914 | 4,079 | 4,625 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 3,496 | 1,748 | 2,330 | 2,913 | 4,078 | 4,624 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 3,469 | 1,734 | 2,312 | 2,890 | 4,047 | 4,588 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 3,441 | 1,720 | 2,294 | 2,867 | 4,014 | 4,552 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 3,457 | 1,728 | 2,304 | 2,880 | 4,033 | 4,572 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 3,386 | 1,693 | 2,257 | 2,821 | 3,950 | 4,479 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 3,116 | 1,558 | 2,077 | 2,597 | 3,636 | 4,122 |
📊 Special CP Values
Important CP values for Iron Hands with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 4,662 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 4,112 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 2,257 - 2,349 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,821 - 2,937 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 2,257 - 2,349 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,693 - 1,762 CP |
📈 Max CP by Level
Maximum CP for Iron Hands with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 58 | 26 | 4,112 |
| 2 | 4,112 | 27 | 4,112 |
| 3 | 4,112 | 28 | 4,112 |
| 4 | 4,112 | 29 | 4,112 |
| 5 | 554 | 30 | 3,525 |
| 6 | 4,112 | 31 | 4,112 |
| 7 | 4,112 | 32 | 4,112 |
| 8 | 4,112 | 33 | 4,112 |
| 9 | 4,112 | 34 | 4,112 |
| 10 | 1,175 | 35 | 3,818 |
| 11 | 4,112 | 36 | 4,112 |
| 12 | 4,112 | 37 | 4,112 |
| 13 | 4,112 | 38 | 4,112 |
| 14 | 4,112 | 39 | 4,112 |
| 15 | 1,762 | 40 | 4,112 |
| 16 | 4,112 | 41 | 4,112 |
| 17 | 4,112 | 42 | 4,112 |
| 18 | 4,112 | 43 | 4,112 |
| 19 | 4,112 | 44 | 4,112 |
| 20 | 2,349 | 45 | 4,398 |
| 21 | 4,112 | 46 | 4,112 |
| 22 | 4,112 | 47 | 4,112 |
| 23 | 4,112 | 48 | 4,112 |
| 24 | 4,112 | 49 | 4,112 |
| 25 | 2,937 | 50 | 4,662 |
📖 Complete Iron Hands Pokémon GO Guide 2026
Iron Hands (#992) is a Fighting/Electric-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 4,704 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Iron Hands is one of the most powerful Pokémon in the game. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Iron Hands in 2026.
As a Legendary Pokémon, Iron Hands 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 Hands Stats Analysis
Iron Hands's Attack stat is 245 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Iron Hands a strong damage dealer.
With 177 Defense (Good) and 319 Stamina (Elite), the total stat product is 741. This gives Iron Hands reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Fighting-type Pokémon, Iron Hands's stat distribution leans toward offense.
⚔️ Best Iron Hands Moveset in Pokémon GO
The best moveset for Iron Hands 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 Hands has 1 Fast Attacks and 1 Charged Attacks to choose from.
🏆 Iron Hands PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026
Master League
With 4,662 CP at Level 50, Iron Hands is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.
💪 Iron Hands Raid Guide & Counters
Iron Hands appears as a 5-Star Legendary Raid Boss. Focus on Psychic, Fairy, Ground-type counters for maximum damage. A group of 4-6 trainers with optimal counters is recommended. After the raid, catch Iron Hands at Level 20 (2,257 - 2,349 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,821 - 2,937 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 2,349 CP.
🎯 How to Get Iron Hands in Pokémon GO
Iron Hands 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 Hands in Pokémon GO
Shiny Iron Hands 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 Hands gets a weather boost in Cloudy weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,821 - 2,937 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 Hands
Q: What is Iron Hands's max CP?
A: 4,662 CP at Level 50, or 4,112 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Iron Hands good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.
Q: Can Iron Hands be shiny?
A: Not yet — stay tuned for future releases.
Q: What is Iron Hands weak to?
A: Psychic, Fairy, Ground-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Splash + Struggle for optimal DPS.
📚 Related Guides
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.