Klink Pokemon GO — 1-Star Raids Raid, Catch CP 515-560

Q: Is Klink good in Pokemon GO?

Klink has no raid or PvP ranking in Pokemon GO right now, so it is a collector pick rather than a battler. Its max CP is 1,081 at level 50. Keep a high-IV one for future move updates or limited-format cups and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Q: What is the best moveset for Klink in Pokemon GO?

Klink has multiple viable movesets depending on the battle format. Check the moves section for a breakdown of DPS, energy generation, and recommended combinations for both raids and PvP.

Q: What are Klink's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Klink is a Steel-type Pokemon weak to Fighting, Fire, Ground-type moves in Pokemon GO. When battling against Klink, use attackers with these move types for super effective damage. On the other hand, Klink resists Poison, Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Rock, Steel-type moves.

Q: What is Klink's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Klink's maximum CP is 1,081 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 956 at level 40. Its base stats are 98 Attack, 121 Defense, and 120 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 339. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Klink?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Klink has 546 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 683 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 1,081 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Klink showing 546 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: How do you get Klink in Pokemon GO?

Klink can be obtained in Pokemon GO through several methods: wild encounters, defeating it as a 1-Star Raids raid boss, and trading with other trainers. Walking Klink as your buddy earns 1 candy every 5.0 km.

Q: Can Klink be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Klink availability in Pokemon GO depends on whether Niantic has released its shiny form. Check the current events page for any boosted shiny rates during special events.

Best moveset

Highest damage: Volt Switch Zap Cannon

Zap Cannon costs 100 energy for 140 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Klink takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Fighting1.6× Fire1.6× Ground1.6×

Resists

Poison0.39× Bug0.625× Dragon0.625× Fairy0.625× Flying0.625× Grass0.625× Ice0.625× Normal0.625× Psychic0.625× Rock0.625× Steel0.625×

Base stats

Attack 98

Defense 121

Stamina 120

Stat total: 339
Buddy distance: 5.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 75,000 Dust + 75 Candy
100% IV at Lv 20: 546 CP

Editor's notes

Klink is a Steel-type Pokémon (#599, Generation 5) that caps at 1,081 CP at level 50, built on 98/121/120 base stats — a fairly balanced stat spread.

Defensively, it takes extra damage from Fighting, Fire and Ground and resists Poison, Bug and Dragon — worth remembering when you field it or plan a team around beating it.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Klink is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Klink moves

3 fast · 3 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Charge Beam	Electric	7	14	1.0s	7	14
Metal Sound STAB	Steel	4	6	0.5s	8	12
Volt Switch Best	Electric	13	20	1.5s	8.7	13.3

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Discharge	Electric	65	33	2.5s	26	1.97
Vice Grip	Normal	35	33	2.0s	17.5	1.06
Zap Cannon Best	Electric	140	100	3.5s	40	1.40

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Charge Beam	Electric	5	11	2	2.50	5.50
Metal Sound	Steel	5	8	1	5.00	8.00
Volt Switch	Electric	14	16	3	4.67	5.33

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Discharge	Electric	55	40	1.38	—
Vice Grip	Normal	70	40	1.75	—
Zap Cannon	Electric	150	80	1.88	Buff / debuff

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Volt Switch (8.7 DPS); Charge Beam builds energy fastest (14 EPS).

Evolution

Klink 25 Candy

Klang 100 Candy

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Family

Klink This page

Klang

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Raids

In raids now

Raid tier: 1-Star
Shiny: Can be shiny after the raid
Raid guide: Full Klink raid guide

Best counters against Klink

1

Mega BlazikenMega CounterAura Sphere 58.3DPS 1,998TDO 2

Mega LucarioMega Force PalmAura Sphere 57.8DPS 1,860TDO 3

Blacephalon Incinerate491 54.2DPS 1,223TDO 4

Primal GroudonMega Mud ShotPrecipice Blades 54.1DPS 3,394TDO 5

Mega Charizard YMega Fire SpinBlast Burn 52.8DPS 2,226TDO 6

Shadow ChandelureShadow Fire SpinOverheat 51.3DPS 1,292TDO

Counters carrying Fighting, Fire, Ground moves deal the most damage. See all 10 counters

How to get Klink

Wild: Spawns in the wild — rarity depends on biome and active events
Raids: 1-Star raid boss
Trading: Can be traded between trainers

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	21	826
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	21	894
Raid Catch	Lv 20	515	560
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	641	696
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	515	560
Research Encounter	Lv 15	389	423
GO Battle League	Lv 20	515	560

Is Klink good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

Power up	Stardust	Candy	XL Candy
Lv 20 → 40	135,000	15	—

Klink has no raid or PvP ranking right now. Keep a high-IV one for the Pokedex and for future move updates or limited-format cups, and spend your Stardust elsewhere.

Bulk-leaning spread (121 Defense / 120 Stamina) — it stays on the field longer, which suits shielded PvP formats.
A second charged move costs 75,000 Dust and 75 Candy, and with 3 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Snow weather — worth timing raids around.

CP by level

Maximum CP with perfect 15/15/15 IVs at every level

Level	Max CP
Lv 1	13
Lv 2	42
Lv 3	71
Lv 4	100
Lv 5	128
Lv 6	157
Lv 7	186
Lv 8	215
Lv 9	244
Lv 10	273
Lv 11	300
Lv 12	327
Lv 13	355

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	382
Lv 15	409
Lv 16	437
Lv 17	464
Lv 18	491
Lv 19	519
Lv 20	546
Lv 21	573
Lv 22	601
Lv 23	628
Lv 24	655
Lv 25	683
Lv 26	710

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	737
Lv 28	765
Lv 29	792
Lv 30	819
Lv 31	833
Lv 32	847
Lv 33	860
Lv 34	874
Lv 35	888
Lv 36	901
Lv 37	915
Lv 38	928
Lv 39	942

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	956
Lv 41	968
Lv 42	980
Lv 43	992
Lv 44	1,005
Lv 45	1,017
Lv 46	1,030
Lv 47	1,042
Lv 48	1,055
Lv 49	1,068
Lv 50	1,081

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0599
Height: 0.30 m
Weight: 21.00 kg
Candy to evolve: 25
Family forms: 3 released forms
Game ID: V0599_POKEMON_KLINK

FAQ

What is the best moveset for Klink in Pokemon GO?

Klink's best moveset is Volt Switch (fast) with Zap Cannon (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Klink's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

Klink takes super effective damage from Fighting, Fire, Ground-type moves. It resists Poison, Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Rock, Steel, so avoid those types against it.

What is Klink's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Klink reaches 1,081 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 956 CP at level 40. Level 50 needs XL Candy, which only unlocks at Trainer Level 31 and comes from catching, hatching, transferring and walking.

What CP is a 100% IV Klink?

A perfect 15/15/15 Klink shows 546 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 683 CP at level 25 (weather boosted). Seeing that exact number on the catch screen means it is a hundo — favourite it before you transfer anything.

How do you get Klink in Pokemon GO?

Klink spawns in the wild, though how often depends on your biome and the active event. It is currently a 1-Star Raids raid boss. It can be traded between trainers.

Can Klink be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Klink depends on whether Niantic has released the form. Check the events page for Community Days and event weekends, which is when shiny rates are boosted.

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