Mega Steelix Pokemon GO — Mega Raids Raid, Catch CP 2,060-2,149

Q: Is Mega Steelix good in Pokemon GO?

Mega Steelix 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 4,149 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 Mega Steelix in Pokemon GO?

Mega Steelix 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 Mega Steelix's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

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

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

Mega Steelix's maximum CP is 4,149 at level 50 (requires XL Candy), or 3,670 at level 40. Its base stats are 212 Attack, 327 Defense, and 181 Stamina, giving it a total stat product of 720. Power up costs from level 20 to 50 total approximately 135,000 Stardust.

Q: What CP is a 100% IV Mega Steelix?

A perfect 15/15/15 IV Mega Steelix has 2097 CP at level 20 (from raids or eggs), 2622 CP at level 25 (weather boosted catch), and 4,149 CP at level 50 fully powered up. If you catch a Mega Steelix showing 2097 CP from a raid, it has perfect IVs — definitely keep it and invest.

Q: How do you get Mega Steelix in Pokemon GO?

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

Q: Can Mega Steelix be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Mega Steelix 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: Dragon Tail Breaking Swipe

Breaking Swipe costs 33 energy for 45 power.

Type effectiveness

Damage Mega Steelix takes from each attacking type

Weak to

Fighting1.6× Fire1.6× Ground1.6× Water1.6×

Resists

Poison0.39× Electric0.39× Rock0.39× Bug0.625× Dragon0.625× Fairy0.625× Flying0.625× Normal0.625× Psychic0.625× Steel0.625×

Base stats

Attack 212

Defense 327

Stamina 181

Stat total: 720
Buddy distance: 5.0 km per candy
Second charged move: 75,000 Dust + 75 Candy
Mega Energy (buddy): 25 per km
100% IV at Lv 20: 2,097 CP

Editor's notes

As a Steel/Ground-type Pokémon, Mega Steelix takes extra damage from Fighting, Fire, Ground and Water attacks, while resisting Poison, Electric, Rock and Bug.

Knowing that shapes how you use it: lean on its Steel/Ground moves where they hit hard, and bench it against its weaknesses. It caps at 4,149 CP.

Toni Ramón

Founder & lead editor

PvP at a glance

Mega Steelix is not ranked in any GO Battle League.

Mega Steelix moves

3 fast · 5 charged

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	EPS
Dragon Tail Best	Dragon	14	8	1.0s	14	8
Iron Tail STAB	Steel	14	6	1.0s	14	6
Thunder Fang	Electric	10	13	1.0s	10	13

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DUR	DPS	DPE
Breaking Swipe Best	Dragon	45	33	1.0s	45	1.36
Crunch	Dark	65	33	3.0s	21.7	1.97
Earthquake STAB	Ground	140	100	3.5s	40	1.40
Heavy Slam STAB	Steel	70	50	2.0s	35	1.40
Psychic Fangs	Psychic	25	33	1.0s	25	0.76

Fast moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	Turns	DPT	EPT
Dragon Tail	Dragon	9	12	2	4.50	6.00
Iron Tail	Steel	10	7	2	5.00	3.50
Thunder Fang	Electric	8	6	1	8.00	6.00

Charged moves

Move	Type	PWR	EN	DPE	Effect
Breaking Swipe	Dragon	50	50	1.00	Buff / debuff
Crunch	Dark	70	45	1.56	Buff / debuff
Earthquake	Ground	120	65	1.85	—
Heavy Slam	Steel	70	50	1.40	—
Psychic Fangs	Psychic	40	35	1.14	Buff / debuff

Moveset analysis

The highest-damage fast move is Dragon Tail (14 DPS); Thunder Fang builds energy fastest (13 EPS).

Evolution

Onix 50 Candy Metal Coat

Steelix

Mega Evolution

Steelix

200 Mega Energy First time; cheaper as Mega Level rises

Mega Steelix

Family

Onix

Steelix

Mega Steelix This page Mega

Shadow forms Shadow Onix Shadow Steelix

Raids

In raids now

Raid tier: Mega
Shiny: Can be shiny after the raid
Raid guide: Full Mega Steelix raid guide

Best counters against Mega Steelix

1

Mega LucarioMega Force PalmAura Sphere 22.0DPS 327TDO 2

Mega BlazikenMega CounterAura Sphere 21.9DPS 347TDO 3

Shadow Landorus (Therian)Shadow Mud ShotSandsear Storm 21.6DPS 329TDO 4

Primal GroudonMega Mud ShotPrecipice Blades 21.0DPS 609TDO 5

Primal KyogreMega WaterfallOrigin Pulse 20.3DPS 589TDO 6

Blacephalon IncinerateMind Blown 20.1DPS 210TDO

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

How to get Mega Steelix

Evolve from: Steelix · Candy
Raids: Mega raid boss
Mega Evolution: 200 Mega Energy the first time, less afterwards as your Mega Level rises

Catch CP

Source	Level	Min CP	Max CP (100% IV)
Wild Catch	Lv 1–30	94	3,172
Wild (Weather Boost)	Lv 1–35	94	3,434
Raid Catch	Lv 20	2,060	2,149
Raid (Weather Boost)	Lv 25	2,563	2,674
Egg Hatch	Lv 20	2,060	2,149
Research Encounter	Lv 15	1,557	1,625
GO Battle League	Lv 20	2,060	2,149

Is Mega Steelix good in Pokemon GO?

Collector's pick

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

Mega Steelix 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 (327 Defense / 181 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 5 charged moves to pick from it is the single biggest PvP upgrade you can buy.
Its moves get a damage boost in Sunny and 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	51
Lv 2	162
Lv 3	273
Lv 4	384
Lv 5	495
Lv 6	605
Lv 7	716
Lv 8	827
Lv 9	938
Lv 10	1,049
Lv 11	1,153
Lv 12	1,258
Lv 13	1,363

Level	Max CP
Lv 14	1,468
Lv 15	1,573
Lv 16	1,678
Lv 17	1,782
Lv 18	1,887
Lv 19	1,992
Lv 20	2,097
Lv 21	2,202
Lv 22	2,307
Lv 23	2,412
Lv 24	2,517
Lv 25	2,622
Lv 26	2,726

Level	Max CP
Lv 27	2,831
Lv 28	2,936
Lv 29	3,041
Lv 30	3,146
Lv 31	3,198
Lv 32	3,251
Lv 33	3,303
Lv 34	3,356
Lv 35	3,408
Lv 36	3,461
Lv 37	3,513
Lv 38	3,565
Lv 39	3,618

Level	Max CP
Lv 40	3,670
Lv 41	3,717
Lv 42	3,764
Lv 43	3,811
Lv 44	3,858
Lv 45	3,906
Lv 46	3,954
Lv 47	4,003
Lv 48	4,051
Lv 49	4,100
Lv 50	4,149

Pokedex info

Pokedex number: #0208
Form: Mega
Height: 9.19 m
Weight: 400.00 kg
Buddy size: Big
Family forms: 5 released forms
Game ID: V0208_POKEMON_STEELIX_MEGA

FAQ

What is the best moveset for Mega Steelix in Pokemon GO?

Mega Steelix's best moveset is Dragon Tail (fast) with Breaking Swipe (charged). Use a Fast TM or Charged TM to reroll onto it.

What are Mega Steelix's weaknesses in Pokemon GO?

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

What is Mega Steelix's max CP in Pokemon GO?

Mega Steelix reaches 4,149 CP at level 50 with XL Candy, or 3,670 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 Mega Steelix?

A perfect 15/15/15 Mega Steelix shows 2,097 CP at level 20 (raid and egg catches) and 2,622 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 Mega Steelix in Pokemon GO?

Evolve it from Steelix ( Candy). It is currently a Mega Raids raid boss.

Can Mega Steelix be shiny in Pokemon GO?

Shiny Mega Steelix 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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