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Beldum

Max CP
1,104
Best
Take Down
Iron Head
Snow Windy

Beldum is a Steel/Psychic-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Hoenn region (#374, Generation 3). With a max CP of 1,104 and base stats of 96/132/120 (Atk/Def/Sta), Beldum has a total stat product of 348.

Beldum is weak to Dark, Fire, Ghost, Ground-type moves. It resists Poison, Psychic, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Rock, Steel-type attacks. Beldum is a 5.0 km buddy Pokemon.

Stats

Max CP
1,104
Lv.40: 976 Lv.50: 1,104
Attack 96
Defense 132
Stamina 120
Total 348
Buddy 5.0 km Gen 3 · Hoenn 2nd Move: 75,000 Dust · 75 Candy

Moves

Fast Moves

Normal
7
DPS
7.0 PWR 8 EN 1.0s DUR 8 EPS Partly Cloudy

Charged Moves

Steel
Iron Head STAB
30
DPS
60.0 PWR 50 EN 2.0s DUR

Best Moveset Analysis

Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Take Down (7 DPS), while Take Down generates energy the fastest (8 EPS).

Raid Guide

Beldum as Raid Boss

Not Currently in Raids

Beldum is not currently available as a raid boss. When Beldum returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Beldum from raids would have 558 CP at level 20, or 697 CP at level 25 with weather boost.

Best Counters to Beat Beldum

Beldum is weak to Dark, Fire, Ghost, Ground-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.

How to Get Beldum

Beldum can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.

A Shadow version of Beldum is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Beldum knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 5,000 Stardust and 5 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Beldum as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km. It also earns 25 Mega Energy per km when you have Mega Evolved it before.

Beldum Catch CP

These are the possible CP values when encountering Beldum in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).

Wild Catch
Level 1–30
22 – 844 CP
Wild (Weather Boost)
Level 1–35
22 – 913 CP
Raid Catch
Level 20
526 – 572 CP
Raid (Weather Boost)
Level 25
655 – 711 CP
Egg Hatch
Level 20
526 – 572 CP
Research Encounter
Level 15
398 – 432 CP
GO Battle League
Level 20
526 – 572 CP

A 100% IV Beldum from raids or eggs will show 558 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!

Trainer Tips

Beldum is a Steel/Psychic-type Pokemon with a stat total of 348. With its bulk spread of 132 Defense and 120 Stamina, Beldum has solid survivability in battles.

Watch out for Dark, Fire, Ghost, Ground-type moves when using Beldum. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Beldum's performance.

Beldum's moves get a damage boost in Snow and Windy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.

Unlocking a second charged move costs 75,000 Stardust and 75 Candy.

Should I Invest in Beldum?

Power-Up Costs

Level 20 → 40 (Standard)
135,000 Stardust
15 Candy
Level 40 → 50 (XL Candy)
0 Stardust
0 XL Candy
Total (20 → 50)
135,000 Stardust

Verdict

Collector's Pick
Beldum is a Steel/Psychic-type Pokemon with base stats of 96/132/120 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 1,104. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Beldum may shine during specific events, in limited-format cups, or when new moves are added in future updates. For now, hold onto a good IV specimen but save your Stardust and Candy for more impactful investments unless you're a dedicated fan of this Pokemon.

Shadow vs Regular: Shadow Beldum deals 20% more damage but takes ~20% more. For raids, Shadow is generally the better investment. For PvP, evaluate matchups carefully — the bulk loss can be significant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Beldum in Pokemon GO?
Beldum has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. Check the moves section above for full details.
What are Beldum's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?
Beldum is weak to Dark, Fire, Ghost, Ground-type moves. On the other hand, Beldum resists Poison, Psychic, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Rock, Steel-type attacks.
What is Beldum's max CP in Pokemon GO?
Beldum's maximum CP is 1,104 at level 50 (with XL Candy), or 976 at level 40. A 100% IV Beldum caught from raids or eggs (level 20) will have 558 CP, or 697 CP with weather boost (level 25).
What CP is a 100% IV Beldum?
A perfect 15/15/15 IV Beldum has the following CP at key levels: 418 CP at level 15 (research encounters), 558 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches), 697 CP at level 25 (weather-boosted raids), and 1,104 CP at level 50 fully powered up.
Is Shadow Beldum better than regular?
Shadow Beldum deals 20% more damage than its regular counterpart but also takes 20% more damage. For raids, Shadow Beldum is generally better due to the higher DPS output. For PvP, it depends on the matchup — the extra damage taken can be a significant drawback in extended battles where survivability matters. Shadow Beldum comes with Frustration, which should be replaced with a Charged TM before powering up.
How to get Beldum in Pokemon GO?
Beldum can be found in the wild, though it may be rare depending on your biome and current events. Beldum can also be obtained through trading with other trainers.

Max CP per Level

L1 13 CP
L5 131 CP
L10 279 CP
L15 418 CP
L20 558 CP
L25 697 CP
L30 837 CP
L35 906 CP
L40 976 CP
L50 1,104 CP

Pokedex Info

Pokedex Number #374
Generation Gen 3
Region Hoenn
Height 0.61 m
Weight 95.20 kg
Buddy Distance 5.0 km
Tradable Yes
2nd Charged Move 75,000 Dust / 75 Candy
Shadow Move Frustration
Purified Move Return
Purification Cost 5,000 Dust / 5 Candy
Mega Energy (Buddy) 25 / km