Shadow Heatran is a Legendary Fire/Steel-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Sinnoh region (#485, Generation 4). With a max CP of 4,244 and base stats of 251/213/209 (Atk/Def/Sta), Shadow Heatran has a total stat product of 673. Shadow Heatran's best moveset is Fire Spin and Magma Storm, making it a competitive Fire-type attacker for raids.
Shadow Heatran is weak to Ground, Fighting, Water-type moves (double weak to Ground). It resists Bug, Fairy, Grass, Ice, Poison, Steel, Dragon, Flying, Normal, Psychic-type attacks. Shadow Heatran is a 20.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Rankings
Fire Spin
Magma Storm
Bug Bite
Fire Blast
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
For raids and gym battles, Shadow Heatran's best offensive moveset is Fire Spin combined with Magma Storm, achieving 17.7 DPS and 389 TDO as a Fire-type attacker (ranked #10, Tier A). Alternatively, Shadow Heatran can serve as a Bug-type attacker with Bug Bite and Fire Blast (#14, Tier B).
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Fire Spin (13 DPS), while Bug Bite generates energy the fastest (12 EPS). Note that Magma Storm is an Elite TM move and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Shadow Heatran as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsShadow Heatran is not currently available as a raid boss. When Shadow Heatran returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Shadow Heatran from raids would have 2145 CP at level 20, or 2681 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
How to Get Shadow Heatran
Shadow Heatran can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
A Shadow version of Shadow Heatran is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Shadow Heatran knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 20,000 Stardust and 20 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Shadow Heatran as your buddy earns 1 candy every 20.0 km.
Shadow Heatran Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Shadow Heatran in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Shadow Heatran from raids or eggs will show 2,145 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Shadow Heatran is a Fire/Steel-type Pokemon with a stat total of 673. With its high Attack stat (251), Shadow Heatran is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Be careful of Shadow Heatran's double weakness to Ground-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Shadow Heatran very quickly.
Shadow Heatran's moves get a damage boost in Sunny and Snow weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 100,000 Stardust and 100 Candy. With 6 charged moves available, a second move gives Shadow Heatran much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Shadow Heatran?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Highly Recommended
Shadow Heatran is a top-tier Fire-type attacker in Pokemon GO, ranked #10 overall with a Tier A rating. With a max CP of 4,244 at level 50 and base stats of 251/213/209 (Atk/Def/Sta), it excels as a raid attacker. Prioritize powering up to level 40+ using Fire Spin and Magma Storm for maximum damage output. This is one of the strongest Fire-type options available and worth investing your Stardust and Candy into immediately.