ground type

Iron Treads

A

#0990 · Gen 9 · BST 570

GroundSteel
Legal M-A
Usage rate
16.2%
Estimated win rate51.4%

Base stats

HP90
Atk112
Def120
SpA72
SpD70
Spe106

Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)

HP165
Atk132
Def140
SpA92
SpD90
Spe126

EV Spread Calculator

0 / 510 EVs
HP165
Atk132
Def140
SpA92
SpD90
Spe126

Stats by nature (Level 50)

HP 165 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV

NatureAtkDefSpASpDSpe
Hardy(neutral)1321409290126
Lonely1451269290126
Brave1451409290113
Adamant1451408290126
Naughty1451409281126
Bold1181549290126
Docile(neutral)1321409290126
Relaxed1321549290113
Impish1321548290126
Lax1321549281126
Timid1181409290138
Hasty1321269290138
Serious(neutral)1321409290126
Jolly1321408290138
Naive1321409281138
Modest11814010190126
Mild13212610190126
Quiet13214010190113
Bashful(neutral)1321409290126
Rash13214010181126
Calm1181409299126
Gentle1321269299126
Sassy1321409299113
Careful1321408299126
Quirky(neutral)1321409290126

Role · Legality

Speed ControlSupport

Legal regulations: regulation-m-a

VGC analysis

Iron Treads is a Ground/Steel-type Pokémon that tends to fit a speed control role in VGC, commonly paired with Salamence Mega and checked by Mewtwo Mega X. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.

Strengths

  • + Ground-type STAB options
  • + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
  • + Pairs well with Salamence Mega

Weaknesses

  • Depends on team support
  • Matchup dependent
  • Watch out for Mewtwo Mega X

How to use this data

Use this page to understand Iron Treads's role in the current VGC metagame. Check the base stats and Level 50 benchmarks to plan your EV spreads. Review common moves, items, abilities and Tera types to see what the community uses most. The partners section shows which Pokémon pair well with Iron Treads, while counters and checks highlight what to watch out for in team preview.

Last updated: July 2026 (Regulation Set M-A). Data is based on available competitive trends and editorial review.

Common builds & options

Moves

  • ground type
    Physical

    Spread Ground move hitting all adjacent (incl. ally).

    Pow
    100
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • ground type
    Special

    Special Ground STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    90
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • steel type
    Special

    Special Steel STAB; may lower Sp. Def.

    Pow
    80
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    10
  • steel type
    Physical

    Physical Steel STAB with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    80
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    15
  • rock type
    Physical

    Spread Rock move with a flinch chance.

    Pow
    75
    Acc
    90%
    PP
    10
  • bug type
    Physical

    Deals damage then switches the user out.

    Pow
    70
    Acc
    100%
    PP
    20

Abilities

Tera Types

Ground

Suggested usage notes

Iron Treads performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Speed Control and Support Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.

When teambuilding, pair Iron Treadswith Pokémon that cover its type weaknesses (see counters section below) and provide the speed control or redirection it needs to function. Review the common moves and items section for established sets, then adjust based on your team's specific needs.

Partners · Counters · Checks

Frequently asked questions

Is Iron Treads good in ChampionsVGC?

Iron Treads can fit a speed control role, commonly alongside Salamence Mega and kept in check by Mewtwo Mega X. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.

What types is Iron Treads?

Iron Treads is Ground/Steel-type.

All figures are estimated trends based on available data and do not guarantee competitive results. Matchups are situational.