Lairon

Lairon (Pokédex #0305) is a Steel/Rock-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 3. It is officially classified as the Iron Armor Pokémon. LAIRON tempers its steel body by drinking highly nutritious mineral springwater until it is bloated. This POKéMON makes its nest close to springs of delicious water.

As a Steel/Rock-type POKEMON, Lairon has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It has a 4× weakness to Fighting and Ground — these moves deal quadruple damage and should always be avoided in battle. It takes double damage from Water moves. Conversely, Lairon is completely immune to Poison — these moves deal zero damage regardless of power. It resists Ice, Psychic, Bug, Rock, Dragon, Fairy moves, taking only half damage from them.

Lairon's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 430 (solid). Full distribution: HP 60 · ATK 90 · DEF 140 · SP.ATK 50 · SP.DEF 50 · SPD 40. Its standout stat is DEF (140), which makes it best suited for physical defense roles. Its abilities are Sturdy, Rock head, Heavy metal, with Heavy metal as its hidden ability.

Lairon stands 0.9 m (35") tall and weighs 120.0 kg (264.6 lbs). It is typically found in Mountain environments. Capture rate: 90/255 (moderate to catch). Growth rate: Slow. Egg groups: Monster.

Lairon is part of the Aron → Lairon → Aggron evolution line (3-stage). Lairon is a middle-stage evolution.

Related POKEMON in the same evolution line: Aron and Aggron. Click any name to view their full stats, moves, and type matchup chart.