Klang Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Klang in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Klang
Klang is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Steel typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 40.750 DPS.
Klang can be defeated by a minimum of 2 trainers using optimal counters at level 40+. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win, especially if your team isn't fully powered up.
Type strategy: Klang is weak to Fighting, Fire, Ground -type attacks. Avoid using Poison, Bug, Dragon-type moves as Klang resists them. Focus your team on the highest DPS counters from the list below — even budget options without Shadow or Mega forms perform well in larger groups.
Top 3 counters: The strongest lineup against Klang is Mega Blaziken (40.750 DPS), Mega Lucario (40.667 DPS), and Blacephalon (37.667 DPS).
Catching Klang: After defeating Klang, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1019 and 1081 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1268-1345 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Klang from raids will have exactly 1081 CP — look for that number! Use Golden Razz Berries and Excellent curveball throws to maximize your catch rate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best counters for Klang?
The best counter for Klang is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 40.750 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (40.667 DPS) and Blacephalon (37.667 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Klang?
Klang can be defeated by a minimum of 2 high-level trainers with optimal counters. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win. In public lobbies, 5-6 is a safe number.
What is Klang weak to?
Klang is weak to Fighting, Fire, Ground-type attacks. It resists Poison, Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Rock, Steel-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Klang be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Klang's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Klang from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Klang from raids will have 1081 CP at level 20, or 1345 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1019. If you see 1081 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Klang worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Klang is a lower-tier raid boss that can be soloed or defeated easily with 1-2 trainers. It's useful for farming candy, earning XP, and potentially getting a high-IV specimen. Worth doing when convenient, but doesn't require spending Premium Passes.
What is the best moveset for Klang?
For the best moveset for Klang itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Klang stats page which includes optimal fast and charged move combinations for both PvE raids and PvP GO Battle League, along with DPS calculations and PvP rankings.
Can I beat Klang without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Klang can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Blacephalon (37.667 DPS) and Landorus (Therian) (32.636 DPS). You may need 5-6 trainers instead of the minimum 2 when using budget teams. Check the Budget Counters section above for the full F2P-friendly list.
What weather boosts Klang in raids?
Weather boost information for Klang is not currently available. Steel-type Pokemon are typically boosted in specific weather conditions. When weather boosted, the raid is harder but the catch encounter is level 25 with higher CP.