Klinklang Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Klinklang in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Klinklang
Klinklang is a 5 raid boss in Pokemon GO with Steel typing. The best counter is Mega Blaziken (Mega) with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 33.500 DPS.
Klinklang 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: Klinklang is weak to Fighting, Fire, Ground -type attacks. Avoid using Poison, Bug, Dragon-type moves as Klinklang 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 Klinklang is Mega Blaziken (33.500 DPS), Mega Lucario (32.667 DPS), and Primal Groudon (31.000 DPS).
Catching Klinklang: After defeating Klinklang, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1469 and 1544 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1828-1921 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Klinklang from raids will have exactly 1544 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 Klinklang?
The best counter for Klinklang is Mega Blaziken with Counter and Aura Sphere, dealing 33.500 DPS. Other top options include Mega Lucario (32.667 DPS) and Primal Groudon (31.000 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Klinklang?
Klinklang 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 Klinklang weak to?
Klinklang 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 Klinklang be shiny in Pokemon GO?
No, Klinklang's shiny form is not currently available in Pokemon GO. It may be released in a future event.
What CP is a 100% IV Klinklang from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Klinklang from raids will have 1544 CP at level 20, or 1921 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1469. If you see 1544 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Klinklang worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Klinklang 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 Klinklang?
For the best moveset for Klinklang itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Klinklang 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 Klinklang without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Klinklang can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Blacephalon (30.667 DPS) and Landorus (Therian) (27.000 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 Klinklang in raids?
Weather boost information for Klinklang 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.