Lairon

🎯 Best Counters Against Lairon

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

#	Pokémon	Type	ATK	DEF	STA	Max CP
1	Pheromosa	Bug Fighting	316	85	174	3,251
2	Palkia	Water Dragon	280	215	189	4,565
3	Kyogre	Water	270	228	205	4,708
4	Groudon	Ground	270	228	205	4,708
5	Marshadow	Fighting Ghost	265	190	207	4,268
6	Inteleon	Water	262	142	172	3,391
7	Garchomp	Dragon Ground	261	193	239	4,532
8	Terrakion	Rock Fighting	260	192	209	4,231
9	Sneasler	Fighting Poison	259	158	190	3,686
10	Mienshao	Fighting	258	127	163	3,101

📖 Complete Lairon Pokémon GO Guide 2026

Lairon (#305) is a Steel/Rock-type Pokémon from the Hoenn region (Generation 3) in Pokémon GO. With a maximum CP of 2,352 at Level 50 with perfect 15/15/15 IVs, Lairon can be effective with the right strategy. This complete guide covers the best moveset, PvP analysis, raid counters, evolution, and shiny availability for Lairon in 2026.

📊 Lairon Stats Analysis

Lairon's Attack stat is 158 (Average). The lower Attack stat means Lairon may compensate with bulk or utility.

With 198 Defense (Excellent) and 155 Stamina (Good), the total stat product is 511. This gives Lairon reasonable durability in battle. Compared to other Steel-type Pokémon, Lairon's stat distribution favors defense.

⚔️ Best Lairon Moveset in Pokémon GO

The best moveset for Lairon depends on whether you use it for raids, gyms, or PvP. For raids, use Metal Claw (Fast) with Body Slam (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. Lairon has 3 Fast Attacks and 4 Charged Attacks to choose from.

🏆 Lairon PvP Guide — GO Battle League 2026

Great League (1500 CP)

In Great League, Lairon 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/Rock typing provides useful matchups against Poison, Normal, Flying-type threats while being weak to Fighting, Ground, Water types.

Ultra League (2500 CP)

In Ultra League, Lairon reaches 2,056 CP at Level 40. Pair it with Pokémon that cover its weaknesses.

Master League

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

💪 Lairon Raid Guide & Counters

As a raid attacker, Lairon's effectiveness depends on its typing and 158 Attack stat. It may not be the top raid choice but contributes in the right conditions. Best counters against Lairon use Fighting, Ground-type moves.

🎯 How to Get Lairon in Pokémon GO

Lairon 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 1km per candy — use Pinap Berries for double candy when catching.

🔄 Lairon Evolution Guide

Lairon is part of a 3-stage evolution family:

• Aron (#304)
• Lairon (#305) ← current — 25 Candy
• Aggron (#306) — 100 Candy

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

😈 Shadow Lairon

Shadow Lairon is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Pokémon deal 20% more damage but take 20% more damage, making them excellent glass cannons. Shadow Lairon's effective Attack becomes ~190. For raids, keeping it Shadow is usually better than purifying.

✨ Shiny Lairon in Pokémon GO

Shiny Lairon 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

Lairon gets a weather boost in Snow weather, increasing wild spawn CP (up to Level 35) and raid catch CP to Level 25 (1,388 - 1,468 CP). The buddy distance is 1km per candy. Very efficient for candy farming.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• Best IVs for PvP: Great/Ultra League: 0/15/15 or similar for max stat product.
• Second Charged Move: Costs 10K 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 Lairon

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