Iron Tail
Lairon is a Steel/Rock-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Hoenn region (#305, Generation 3). With a max CP of 2,324 and base stats of 158/198/155 (Atk/Def/Sta), Lairon has a total stat product of 511.
Lairon is weak to Fighting, Ground, Water-type moves (double weak to Fighting, Ground). It resists Poison, Flying, Normal, Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Ice, Psychic, Rock-type attacks. Lairon is a 1.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Iron Tail (14 DPS), while Metal Sound generates energy the fastest (12 EPS).
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Lairon as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsLairon is not currently available as a raid boss. When Lairon returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Lairon from raids would have 1174 CP at level 20, or 1468 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Lairon
Lairon is weak to Fighting, Ground, Water-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
How to Get Lairon
Lairon evolves from Aron using 25 Candy.
A Shadow version of Lairon is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Lairon knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 1,000 Stardust and 1 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Lairon as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km. It also earns 5 Mega Energy per km when you have Mega Evolved it before.
Lairon Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Lairon in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Lairon from raids or eggs will show 1,174 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Lairon is a Steel/Rock-type Pokemon with a stat total of 511. With its bulk spread of 198 Defense and 155 Stamina, Lairon has solid survivability in battles.
Be careful of Lairon's double weakness to Fighting, Ground-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Lairon very quickly.
Lairon's moves get a damage boost in Partly Cloudy and Snow weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 10,000 Stardust and 25 Candy. With 4 charged moves available, a second move gives Lairon much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Lairon?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Collector's Pick
Lairon is a Steel/Rock-type Pokemon with base stats of 158/198/155 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,324. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Lairon 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 Lairon 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.