Steelix

Steelix (Pokédex #0208) is a Steel/Ground-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 2. It is officially classified as the Iron Snake Pokémon. It is thought its body transformed as a result of iron accumulating internally from swallowing soil.

As a Steel/Ground-type POKEMON, Steelix has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It takes double damage from Fire, Water, Fighting, Ground moves. Conversely, Steelix is completely immune to Electric and Poison — these moves deal zero damage regardless of power. It resists Normal, Flying, Psychic, Bug, Dragon, Steel, Fairy moves, taking only half damage from them.

Steelix's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 510 (very strong). Full distribution: HP 75 · ATK 85 · DEF 200 · SP.ATK 55 · SP.DEF 65 · SPD 30. Its standout stat is DEF (200), which makes it best suited for physical defense roles. Its abilities are Rock head, Sturdy, Sheer force, with Sheer force as its hidden ability.

Steelix stands 9.2 m (362") tall and weighs 400.0 kg (881.8 lbs). It is typically found in Cave environments. Capture rate: 25/255 (extremely difficult to catch). Use Ultra Balls with a status condition (Sleep or Paralysis) for the best results. Growth rate: Medium. Egg groups: Mineral.

Steelix is part of the Onix → Steelix evolution line (2-stage). Steelix is the final evolved form — the strongest stage of this line.

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