Klang

🎯 Best Counters Against Klang

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
2	Blacephalon	Fire Ghost	315	148	142	3,772
3	Reshiram	Dragon Fire	275	211	205	4,620
4	Chandelure	Ghost Fire	271	182	155	3,739
5	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
6	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
7	Volcarona	Bug Fire	264	189	198	4,155
8	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
9	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231
10	Sneasler	Fighting Poison	259	158	190	3,686

📖 Complete Klang Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Klang (#600) is a Steel-type Pokémon from the Unova region (Generation 5) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,113 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Klang can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Klang in 2026.

📊 Klang Stats Analysis

Klang's Attack stat is 150 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Klang may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 174 Defense (Good) and 155 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 479. This gives Klang reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Steel-type Pokémon, Klang's stat distribution is balanced.

⚔️ Best Klang Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Klang depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Thunder Shock (Fast) with Vice Grip (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. Klang has 3 Fast Attacks and 3 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Klang PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Klang 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 Steel typing provides useful matchups against Poison, Normal, Grass-type threats while being weak to Fire, Fighting, Ground types.

Master League

In Master League, Klang faces tough competition from Pokémon with higher CP caps. It is better suited for capped leagues.

💪 Klang Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Klang's effectiveness depends on its typing and 150 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Klang use Fire, Fighting-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Klang in Pokémon GO

Klang can be found in the wild, hatched from Eggs, obtained through Research tasks, and during events. In Snow weather, it receives a spawn boost. The buddy distance is 5km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Klang Evolution Guide

Klang is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Klink (#599)
• Klang (#600) ← current — 25 Candy
• Klinklang (#601) — 100 Candy

Tip: For PvP, check IV spreads before evolving (low Attack, high Defense/Stamina). For raids, aim for 15/15/15 perfect IVs.

✨ Shiny Klang in Pokémon GO

Shiny Klang is available! Use the Normal/Shiny toggle on this page to preview. The shiny rate is approximately 1 in 500. Shiny variants are cosmetic only — same stats and performance. Check our Shiny Checklist for all available shinies.

🌤️ Weather Boost & Buddy

Klang gets a weather boost in Snow weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,243 - 1,319 CP). The buddy distance is 5km per candy. Consider Rare Candy to supplement.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 75K Stardust — adds coverage in PvP.
• Trading: Can be freely traded. Lucky trades give 12/12/12 minimum IVs.
• Catch rate: Use Pinap Berries for double candy.

❓ FAQ About Klang

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