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Hundo CP Values
⚔️
Raids
Lv. 20
2,108 - 2,197 CP
🌤️
Raids (WB)
Lv. 25
2,635 - 2,746 CP
⭐
Max CP
Lv. 50
4,359 CP
🥚
Eggs
Lv. 20
2,108 - 2,197 CP
🔬
Research
Lv. 15
1,581 - 1,647 CP
Iron Moth Pokemon GO
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Iron Moth

#994 · Paldea
FirePoison
☁️ Sunny Boost

Base Stats

Attack 281
Defense 196
Stamina 190
Total: 667

Pokémon Info

Max CP4,398
GenerationPaldea (Gen 9)
Buddy Distance20km
Released❌ No
Shiny❌ No
Shadow❌ No

About Iron Moth

Iron Moth is a Fire/Poison-type Pokémon from Paldea (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. It has a maximum Combat Power (CP) of 4,398 when powered up to Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs. Iron Moth has base stats of 281 Attack, 196 Defense, and 190 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 667.

With an exceptional Attack stat of 281, Iron Moth is one of the top attackers of its type in raids and gym battles.

In Sunny weather, Iron Moth receives a weather boost increasing its catch CP and spawn rate. The buddy walking distance for Iron Moth 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 Moth takes increased damage from these types:

Ground 2.56×
Water 1.6×
Rock 1.6×
Psychic 1.6×

Resistances

Iron Moth takes reduced damage from these types:

Grass 0.391×
Bug 0.391×
Fairy 0.391×
Fire 0.625×
Ice 0.625×
Steel 0.625×
Fighting 0.625×
Poison 0.625×

🎯 Best Counters Against Iron Moth

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

#PokémonTypeATKDEFSTAMax CP
1 Deoxys Psychic3451151373,615
2 Mewtwo Psychic3001822144,780
3 Rampardos Rock2951092193,773
4 Archeops Rock Flying2921391813,811
5 Palkia Water Dragon2802151894,565
6 Alakazam Psychic2711671463,498
7 Kyogre Water2702282054,708
8 Groudon Ground2702282054,708
9 Azelf Psychic2701511813,673
10 Latios Dragon Psychic2682121904,362

🏆 Iron Moth PvP IV Rankings

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

🟢 Great League (1500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
181515141,500
271515141,495
381415141,496
491315141,498
591513141,498
661515141,489
7076151,499
8058151,499
9101215141,499
10094151,498

🟣 Ultra League (2500 CP)

#ATKDEFSTALvCP
101415242,497
211315242,499
301514242,496
411414242,499
501315242,491
611215242,493
711512242,493
811513242,499
921115242,496
1001414242,490

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

📋 Iron Moth IV Chart

Expected CP at different IV levels per encounter type.

IVsWild L30Research L15Raid L20WB L25Max L40L50
100% (15/15/15)3,2951,6472,1972,7463,8444,359
98% (15/15/14)3,2871,6432,1912,7393,8354,348
96% (15/14/15)3,2881,6442,1912,7393,8354,349
93% (14/14/14)3,2681,6342,1792,7243,8134,323
91% (15/13/13)3,2641,6322,1752,7203,8074,317
87% (13/13/13)3,2421,6212,1612,7013,7824,288
82% (12/12/12)3,2151,6072,1432,6793,7514,253
80% (10/15/15)3,2401,6202,1592,7003,7804,285
67% (10/10/10)3,1621,5812,1082,6353,6894,182
0% (0/0/0)2,9031,4511,9352,4193,3863,840

📊 Special CP Values

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

🏆 Max CP (Lv 50)4,359 CP
🎯 Max CP (Lv 40)3,844 CP
⚔️ Raid Catch (Lv 20)2,108 - 2,197 CP
🌤️ Weather Boost (Lv 25)2,635 - 2,746 CP
🥚 Egg Hatch (Lv 20)2,108 - 2,197 CP
🔬 Research (Lv 15)1,581 - 1,647 CP

📈 Max CP by Level

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

LvMax CPLvMax CP
154263,844
23,844273,844
33,844283,844
43,844293,844
5518303,295
63,844313,844
73,844323,844
83,844333,844
93,844343,844
101,098353,570
113,844363,844
123,844373,844
133,844383,844
143,844393,844
151,647403,844
163,844413,844
173,844423,844
183,844433,844
193,844443,844
202,197454,112
213,844463,844
223,844473,844
233,844483,844
243,844493,844
252,746504,359

📖 Complete Iron Moth Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Iron Moth (#994) is a Fire/Poison-type Pokémon from the Paldea region (Generation 9) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 4,398 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Iron Moth 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 Moth in 2026.

As a Legendary Pokémon, Iron Moth 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 Moth Stats Analysis

Iron Moth's Attack stat is 281 (Elite). This is among the highest in the game, making Iron Moth an elite attacker for raids and gym battles.

With 196 Defense (Excellent) and 190 Stamina (Excellent), the total stat product is 667. This gives Iron Moth reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Fire-type Pokémon, Iron Moth's stat distribution leans toward offense.

⚔️ Best Iron Moth Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Iron Moth 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 Moth has 1 Fast Attacks and 1 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Iron Moth PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Master League

With 4,359 CP at Level 50, Iron Moth is a strong Master League contender. Power it up to Level 50 with best buddy bonus for maximum impact.

💪 Iron Moth Raid Guide & Counters

Iron Moth appears as a 5-Star Legendary Raid Boss. Focus on Ground, Water, Rock-type counters for maximum damage. A group of 4-6 trainers with optimal counters is recommended. After the raid, catch Iron Moth at Level 20 (2,108 - 2,197 CP) or Level 25 with weather boost (2,635 - 2,746 CP). A 100% IV (hundo) will have exactly 2,197 CP.

🎯 How to Get Iron Moth in Pokémon GO

Iron Moth 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 Moth in Pokémon GO

Shiny Iron Moth 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 Moth gets a weather boost in Sunny/Clear weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (2,635 - 2,746 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 Moth

Q: What is Iron Moth's max CP?
A: 4,359 CP at Level 50, or 3,844 CP at Level 40.

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

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

Q: What is Iron Moth weak to?
A: Ground, Water, Rock, Psychic-type moves.

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

📚 Related Guides

Fire Fire-Type Poison Poison-Type 🗺️ Paldea 📱 Full Pokédex ✨ Shiny Checklist 📅 Events

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

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