
| Max CP | 3,703 |
| Generation | Paldea (Gen 9) |
| Buddy Distance | 20km |
| Released | ❌ No |
| Shiny | ❌ No |
| Shadow | ❌ No |
Iron Leaves is a Grass/Psychic-type Pokémon from Paldea (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 3,703 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Iron Leaves has base stats of 236 Attack, 194 Defense, and 189 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 619.
With an exceptional Attack stat of 236, Iron Leaves is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles.
In Sunny weather, Iron Leaves receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Iron Leaves is 20km per candy.
| 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
| Move | Type | Power | Energy | DPS | PvP Pwr | PvP Nrg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Struggle | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Iron Leaves takes increased damage from these types:
Iron Leaves takes reduced damage from these types:
Top Pokémon to use when battling Iron Leaves in raids and gyms, sorted by Attack.
| # | Pokémon | Type | ATK | DEF | STA | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Bug Fighting | 316 | 85 | 174 | 3,251 |
| 2 |
| Fire Ghost | 315 | 148 | 142 | 3,772 |
| 3 |
| Rock Flying | 292 | 139 | 181 | 3,811 |
| 4 |
| Dark | 285 | 198 | 172 | 4,278 |
| 5 |
| Dragon Flying | 284 | 170 | 213 | 4,387 |
| 6 |
| Poison Dragon | 278 | 192 | 268 | 5,067 |
| 7 |
| Dragon Flying | 277 | 168 | 216 | 4,289 |
| 8 |
| Dragon Fire | 275 | 211 | 205 | 4,620 |
| 9 |
| Ghost Fire | 271 | 182 | 155 | 3,739 |
| 10 |
| Dragon Ghost | 266 | 170 | 204 | 4,041 |
Best IVs for GO Battle League. Higher stat product = better PvP.
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 15 | 15 | 17 | 1,498 |
| 2 | 4 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 1,500 |
| 3 | 2 | 15 | 15 | 17 | 1,491 |
| 4 | 4 | 15 | 13 | 17 | 1,497 |
| 5 | 4 | 15 | 14 | 17 | 1,500 |
| 6 | 3 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 1,494 |
| 7 | 5 | 14 | 13 | 17 | 1,499 |
| 8 | 4 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 1,497 |
| 9 | 5 | 12 | 15 | 17 | 1,499 |
| 10 | 1 | 15 | 15 | 17 | 1,485 |
| # | ATK | DEF | STA | Lv | CP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 12 | 14 | 29 | 2,497 |
| 2 | 0 | 13 | 13 | 29 | 2,497 |
| 3 | 0 | 14 | 12 | 29 | 2,497 |
| 4 | 0 | 11 | 14 | 29 | 2,491 |
| 5 | 0 | 11 | 15 | 29 | 2,497 |
| 6 | 1 | 10 | 14 | 29 | 2,496 |
| 7 | 2 | 9 | 14 | 29 | 2,500 |
| 8 | 0 | 15 | 10 | 29 | 2,490 |
| 9 | 0 | 15 | 11 | 29 | 2,497 |
| 10 | 1 | 14 | 10 | 29 | 2,495 |
Ranked by Stat Product. #1 = best PvP. Master League: use 15/15/15.
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) | 2,774 | 1,387 | 1,849 | 2,312 | 3,237 | 3,670 |
| 98% (15/15/14) | 2,767 | 1,383 | 1,845 | 2,306 | 3,229 | 3,661 |
| 96% (15/14/15) | 2,768 | 1,384 | 1,845 | 2,306 | 3,229 | 3,661 |
| 93% (14/14/14) | 2,750 | 1,375 | 1,833 | 2,291 | 3,208 | 3,637 |
| 91% (15/13/13) | 2,747 | 1,373 | 1,831 | 2,289 | 3,205 | 3,634 |
| 87% (13/13/13) | 2,726 | 1,363 | 1,817 | 2,271 | 3,180 | 3,605 |
| 82% (12/12/12) | 2,701 | 1,350 | 1,801 | 2,251 | 3,151 | 3,573 |
| 80% (10/15/15) | 2,719 | 1,359 | 1,812 | 2,266 | 3,172 | 3,597 |
| 67% (10/10/10) | 2,653 | 1,326 | 1,768 | 2,211 | 3,095 | 3,509 |
| 0% (0/0/0) | 2,419 | 1,209 | 1,612 | 2,016 | 2,822 | 3,200 |
Important CP values for Iron Leaves with perfect 15/15/15 IVs:
| 🏆 Max CP (Lv 50) | 3,670 CP |
| 🎯 Max CP (Lv 40) | 3,237 CP |
| ⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20) | 1,768 - 1,849 CP |
| 🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25) | 2,211 - 2,312 CP |
| 🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20) | 1,768 - 1,849 CP |
| 🔬 Research (Lv 15) | 1,326 - 1,387 CP |
Maximum CP for Iron Leaves with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at each level.
| Lv | Max CP | Lv | Max CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 45 | 26 | 3,237 |
| 2 | 3,237 | 27 | 3,237 |
| 3 | 3,237 | 28 | 3,237 |
| 4 | 3,237 | 29 | 3,237 |
| 5 | 436 | 30 | 2,774 |
| 6 | 3,237 | 31 | 3,237 |
| 7 | 3,237 | 32 | 3,237 |
| 8 | 3,237 | 33 | 3,237 |
| 9 | 3,237 | 34 | 3,237 |
| 10 | 925 | 35 | 3,005 |
| 11 | 3,237 | 36 | 3,237 |
| 12 | 3,237 | 37 | 3,237 |
| 13 | 3,237 | 38 | 3,237 |
| 14 | 3,237 | 39 | 3,237 |
| 15 | 1,387 | 40 | 3,237 |
| 16 | 3,237 | 41 | 3,237 |
| 17 | 3,237 | 42 | 3,237 |
| 18 | 3,237 | 43 | 3,237 |
| 19 | 3,237 | 44 | 3,237 |
| 20 | 1,849 | 45 | 3,462 |
| 21 | 3,237 | 46 | 3,237 |
| 22 | 3,237 | 47 | 3,237 |
| 23 | 3,237 | 48 | 3,237 |
| 24 | 3,237 | 49 | 3,237 |
| 25 | 2,312 | 50 | 3,670 |
Iron Leaves (#1010) is a Grass/Psychic-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 3,703 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Iron Leaves is a strong competitor in various formats. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Iron Leaves in 2026.
As a Legendary Pokémon, Iron Leaves 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 Leaves's Attack stat is 236 (Excellent). This is a competitive Attack stat that makes Iron Leaves a strong damage dealer.
With 194 Defense (Excellent) and 189 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 619. This gives Iron Leaves reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Grass-type Pokémon, Iron Leaves's stat distribution leans toward offense.
The best moveset for Iron Leaves 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 Leaves has 1 Fast Attacks and 1 Charged Attacks to choose from.
In Great League, Iron Leaves 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 Grass/Psychic typing provides useful matchups against Water, Electric, Grass-type threats while being weak to Bug, Fire, Ice types.
With 3,670 CP at Level 50, Iron Leaves is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.
Iron Leaves appears as a 5-Star Legendary Raid Boss. Focus on Bug, Fire, Ice-type counters for maximum damage. A group of 4-6 trainers with optimal counters is recommended. After the raid, catch Iron Leaves at Level 20 (1,768 - 1,849 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,211 - 2,312 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 1,849 CP.
Iron Leaves 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 Leaves is not yet available as of 2026. Niantic releases shinies during events, Community Days, or raid rotations. Check the events page for announcements.
Iron Leaves gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,211 - 2,312 CP). The buddy distance is 20km per candy. Rare Candy is the most efficient option for powering up.
Q: What is Iron Leaves's max CP?
A: 3,670 CP at Level 50, or 3,237 CP at Level 40.
Q: Is Iron Leaves good?
A: Excellent — top-tier for raids and Master League.
Q: Can Iron Leaves be shiny?
A: Not yet — stay tuned for future releases.
Q: What is Iron Leaves weak to?
A: Bug, Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Ghost, Dark-type moves.
Q: Best moveset?
A: Splash + Struggle for optimal DPS.
Updated September 2026. Data from Pokémon GO Live and Pokémon GO Wiki.