DEXERTOThe Legendary Heatran is coming back to Pokemon Go as a Raid boss, so here are our recommended counters to build a team that can target this tough creature’s weaknesses and deplete its health fast.
Being able to catch Legendaries is one of the best parts of playing Pokemon Go. However, as the most powerful creatures available, they’re hard to take down and rarely easy to secure.
In Heatran’s case, it boasts many resistances, so players need to be properly ready before challenging it in 5-Star Raid battles. So, if you want to take down this Legendary fast now that it’s back in Niantic’s game, here’s how.
Heatran weaknesses in Pokemon Go
The Legendary Heatran is a dual Fire/Steel-type Pokemon, which means it’s only weak against Fighting, Water, and Ground-type (x2) moves, so focus on those when building your team and picking their attacks.
You’ll also need to consider Heatran’s resistances, as there are a lot of them, including Bug, Dragon, Fairy, Flying, Grass, Ice, Normal, Poison, Psychic, and Steel-type attacks.
Because of its incredible list of resistances – as well as being one of the bulkiest Fire-type options in Pokemon Go – Heatran is a magnificent Raid Boss, so be smart before heading out to battle.
Heatran best counters
These are some of the best counters to use against Heatran in Pokemon Go:
| POKEMON | SPRITE | BEST MOVESET |
|---|---|---|
| Primal Groudon |  | Mud Shot & Precipice Blades |
| Primal Kyogre |  | Waterfall & Origin Pulse |
| Mega Garchomp |  | Mud Shot & Earth Power |
| Mega Swampert |  | Mud Shot & Earthquake |
| Shadow Rhyperior |  | Mud-Slap & Earthquake |
| Shadow Rhydon |  | Mud-Slap & Earthquake |
| Landorus Therian Forme |  | Mud Shot & Sandsear Storm |
| Excadrill |  | Mud-Slap & Scorching Sands |
| Hippowdon |  | Sand Attack & Earth Power |
| Golurk |  | Mud-Slap & Earth Power |
We’ve included a mix of Megas, Legendaries, Shadow, and more common Pokemon in the table above, so there should be something for every trainer to use.
If you don’t have any of the creatures mentioned, go with their alternative or regular versions, or just use your best Water, Fighting, or Gournd-type attackers to target Heatran’s weaknesses. Remember that they should be properly leveled up and know the matching movesets.
How to get Heatran in Pokemon Go
As with most Legendaries, the only way to catch Heatran in Pokemon Go is by challenging it to battle when it appears in 5-Star Raids. If you manage to defeat it, you’ll be given a certain amount of Premier Balls – based on your performance – to attempt a catch.
Those who are still missing one or want a Heatran with perfect IVs can fight it from March 22, 2025, until March 31, 2025, as it will return to the game as a Raid boss for the Might and Mastery season.
NianticAdditionally, Heatran will be featured in a Raid Hour taking place on March 26, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM local time.
When challenging this Legendary, try to use Golden Razz Berries and land Excellent Curveball Throws to increase your chances of catching it.
Heatran CP in Pokemon Go
As with every Raid Boss in the game, the CP Heatran has during a Raid battle won’t be the same once you manage to catch it after defeating it. Plus, certain types of weather can increase such CP.
| Raid Boss CP | 49,192 |
| CP range once captured | 2058 – 2145 |
| Sunny/Snow weather CP range | 2573 – 2681 |
| Heatran max CP (Level 50) | 4244 |
Heatran stats & moves
As a dual Fire/Steel-type Pokemon, Heatran has the following stats:
| ATTACK | DEFENSE | STAMINA | CP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 251 | 213 | 209 | 4244 |
Fast Moves
- Bug Bite (Bug)
- Fire Spin (Fire/STAB)
Charged Moves
- Flamethrower (Fire/STAB)
- Stone Edge (Rock)
- Iron Head (Steel/STAB)
- Fire Blast (Fire/STAB)
- Earth Power (Ground)
- Magma Storm (Fire/STAB/Legacy Move)
Can Heatran be Shiny?
Yes, Heatran can be Shiny in Pokemon Go, as this special variation was added to the game back in January 2020 and players have been allowed to hunt after it during the many Raids Heatran has been a Boss in.
DEXERTOShiny Heatran can be recognized by its lighter body, which turns from deep brown to red/orange, but mainly by its big bright fuchsia eyes.
It’s worth noting that there’s no special method to increase the odds of coming across a Shiny Heatran. The only way to find one is to participate in as many Raid battles as you can and hope for good fortune.
That’s everything there is to know about Heatran in Pokemon Go. Don’t forget to check out the latest Pokemon Go events, including the current Community Day and Spotlight Hours.
