Master League PvP guide
Heatran (Shadow) Pokémon GO – PvP, Best Moves, IVs & Counters
Heatran (Shadow) is a Fire/Steel-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. Its strongest current PvP league is Master League, where it currently ranks #71. Its recommended PvP moveset is Fire Spin with Magma Storm and Earth Power.
Master League
#71
Strong pick
Type
Fire/Steel
Best Fast Move
Fire Spin
Charged Moves
Max CP
4,244
Updated for the current Pokémon GO season · September 2026
Rankings, moves and matchup data are updated automatically from the latest available PvP data.ABOUT HEATRAN (SHADOW)
Is Heatran (Shadow) Good in Pokémon GO PvP?
Heatran (Shadow) is currently a strong PvP option in Master League where it is ranked #71.
Heatran (Shadow) is also a situational PvP option in Ultra League where it is ranked #477.
Heatran (Shadow) PvP Rankings
| League | Rank | PvP Score | Recommended Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great League | #628 | 71.7 | Fire Spin, Magma Storm, Earth Power |
| Ultra League | #477 | 72.9 | Fire Spin, Magma Storm, Earth Power |
| Master LeagueBest | #71 | 80.0 | Fire Spin, Magma Storm, Earth Power |
Best Moveset for Heatran (Shadow) in Pokémon GO PvP
Fast Move · STAB
Strong vs: Bug, Grass, Ice, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ground, Normal, Poison, Psychic
Weak vs: Dragon, Fire, Rock, Water
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Bug, Grass, Ice, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ground, Normal, Poison, Psychic
Weak vs: Dragon, Fire, Rock, Water
Charged Move
Strong vs: Electric, Fire, Poison, Rock, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Fighting, Ghost, Ground, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Water
Weak vs: Bug, Flying, Grass
The recommended PvP moveset for Heatran (Shadow) is Fire Spin with Magma Storm and Earth Power.
Alternative movesets
All Fast and Charged Moves currently available to Heatran (Shadow) in the imported game data.
Fast Moves
Fast Move
Strong vs: Dark, Grass, Psychic
Neutral vs: Bug, Dragon, Electric, Ground, Ice, Normal, Rock, Water
Weak vs: Fairy, Fighting, Fire, Flying, Ghost, Poison, Steel
Fast Move · STAB
Strong vs: Bug, Grass, Ice, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ground, Normal, Poison, Psychic
Weak vs: Dragon, Fire, Rock, Water
Charged Moves
Charged Move
Strong vs: Electric, Fire, Poison, Rock, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Dragon, Fairy, Fighting, Ghost, Ground, Ice, Normal, Psychic, Water
Weak vs: Bug, Flying, Grass
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Bug, Grass, Ice, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ground, Normal, Poison, Psychic
Weak vs: Dragon, Fire, Rock, Water
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Bug, Grass, Ice, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ground, Normal, Poison, Psychic
Weak vs: Dragon, Fire, Rock, Water
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Fairy, Ice, Rock
Neutral vs: Bug, Dark, Dragon, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Grass, Ground, Normal, Poison, Psychic
Weak vs: Electric, Fire, Steel, Water
Charged Move · STAB
Strong vs: Bug, Grass, Ice, Steel
Neutral vs: Dark, Electric, Fairy, Fighting, Flying, Ghost, Ground, Normal, Poison, Psychic
Weak vs: Dragon, Fire, Rock, Water
Charged Move
Strong vs: Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice
Neutral vs: Dark, Dragon, Electric, Fairy, Ghost, Grass, Normal, Poison, Psychic, Rock, Water
Weak vs: Fighting, Ground, Steel
Heatran (Shadow) PvP Move Counts
Fire Spin → Magma Storm
4 Fast Moves from empty energy
Repeating count
Fire Spin → Earth Power
5 Fast Moves from empty energy
Repeating count
Heatran (Shadow) Battle Guide
Matchup values below come from the Master League matchup data in PoGoCoach. A value above 500 means Heatran (Shadow) wins the matchup; below 500 means it loses.
Strong Matchups
Difficult Matchups
Heatran (Shadow) Weaknesses & Resistances
Defensive type multipliers below combine Heatran (Shadow)'s Fire/Steel typing using the current Pokémon GO battle type chart.
Weak to
- ground2.56×
- fighting1.6×
- water1.6×
Resistant to
- bug0.391×
- fairy0.391×
- grass0.391×
- ice0.391×
- poison0.391×
- steel0.391×
- dragon0.625×
- 0.625×
- normal0.625×
- psychic0.625×
Best Counters to Heatran (Shadow) in Pokémon GO PvP
Recommended attacks are measured against Heatran (Shadow) in Master League. Charged Move percentages show estimated unshielded damage to Heatran (Shadow)'s league HP.
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Dragon Breathdragon
Fast Move
Resisted
- Aqua Tailwater
Charged Move
Super Effective
58% HP
- Spacial Renddragon
Charged Move
Resisted
39% HP
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Dragon Taildragon
Fast Move
Resisted
- Crunchdark
Charged Move
Neutral
26% HP
- Bulldozeground
Charged Move
Super Effective
89% HP
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Waterfallwater
Fast Move
Super Effective
- Avalancheice
Charged Move
Resisted
19% HP
- Origin Pulsewater
Charged Move
Super Effective
130% HP
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Shadow Clawghost
Fast Move
Neutral
- Shadow Ballghost
Charged Move
Neutral
53% HP
- Moonblastfairy
Charged Move
Resisted
18% HP
Master League
Recommended attacks
- Dragon Breathdragon
Fast Move
Resisted
- Fusion Flarefire
Charged Move
Neutral
57% HP
- Draco Meteordragon
Charged Move
Resisted
60% HP
Ratings are shown from Heatran (Shadow)'s perspective: the lower the value, the harder the matchup is for Heatran (Shadow).
Best Teammates for Heatran (Shadow) in Pokémon GO PvP
Good teammates for Heatran (Shadow) should help cover some of its most difficult matchups while adding useful coverage against the current Master League meta.
Covers 3 of Heatran (Shadow)'s 5 hardest current matchups.
Covers 3 of Heatran (Shadow)'s 5 hardest current matchups.
Covers 4 of Heatran (Shadow)'s 5 hardest current matchups.
Covers 3 of Heatran (Shadow)'s 5 hardest current matchups.
Covers 3 of Heatran (Shadow)'s 5 hardest current matchups.
Teammates are calculated from the current Master League rankings and matchup data, and update automatically with each PvP data import.
Best PvP IVs for Heatran (Shadow)
| League | Rank | IVs | CP | Level | Stat Product |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great League | #1 | 0/14/10 | 1,498 | 15 | 1,723,537 |
| #2 | 0/12/12 | 1,498 | 15 | 1,723,470 | |
| #3 | 0/10/14 | 1,498 | 15 | 1,723,134 | |
| #4 | 1/13/10 | 1,500 | 15 | 1,722,781 | |
| #5 | 1/15/8 | 1,500 | 15 | 1,722,646 | |
| Ultra League | #1 | 2/15/15 | 2,499 | 24.5 | 3,732,571 |
| #2 | 1/15/15 | 2,489 | 24.5 | 3,717,818 | |
| #3 | 2/14/15 | 2,494 | 24.5 | 3,716,200 | |
| #4 | 3/13/15 | 2,498 | 24.5 | 3,714,453 | |
| #5 | 0/11/13 | 2,497 | 25 | 3,712,364 | |
| Master League | #1 | 15/15/15 | 4,244 | 50 | 8,050,875 |
| #2 | 14/15/15 | 4,228 | 50 | 8,020,608 | |
| #3 | 15/14/15 | 4,235 | 50 | 8,015,564 | |
| #4 | 15/15/14 | 4,235 | 50 | 8,008,051 | |
| #5 | 13/15/15 | 4,212 | 50 | 7,990,342 |
Heatran (Shadow) Stats in Pokémon GO
Heatran (Shadow)'s real battle stats in each league, at the CP cap and that league's best IV combination.
Great League
Heatran (Shadow) 0/14/10 (Best IV)
- Level
- 15
- CP
- 1,498
- Attack
- 129.9
- Defense
- 117.4
- HP
- 113
Ultra League
Heatran (Shadow) 2/15/15 (Best IV)
- Level
- 24.5
- CP
- 2,499
- Attack
- 167.3
- Defense
- 150.8
- HP
- 148
Master League
Heatran (Shadow) 15/15/15 (Best IV)
- Level
- 50
- CP
- 4,244
- Attack
- 223.5
- Defense
- 191.6
- HP
- 188
Heatran (Shadow) Evolution
Heatran (Shadow) has no normal evolution in Pokémon GO.
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Heatran (Shadow) Pokémon GO PvP FAQ
What is the best moveset for Heatran (Shadow) in Pokémon GO PvP?
Heatran (Shadow)'s recommended PvP moveset is Fire Spin with Magma Storm and Earth Power.
Is Heatran (Shadow) good in Pokémon GO PvP?
Heatran (Shadow) is currently a strong PvP option in Master League, where it is ranked #71.
What counters Heatran (Shadow) in Pokémon GO PvP?
Palkia (Origin), Zygarde (Complete Forme) and Kyogre are among the strongest current counters to Heatran (Shadow) in Master League.
What is Heatran (Shadow) weak to in Pokémon GO?
Heatran (Shadow) is weak to Ground (2.56×), Fighting (1.6×), Water (1.6×).