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Excadrill is a powerful Ground and Steel-type Pokemon known for its high Attack stat, sand synergy, Steel typing, strong coverage and evolution from Drilbur. This guide covers Excadrill’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations, Mega Excadrill and Pokemon Champions build information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Mega Evolution
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Excadrill guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
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| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Excadrill is the evolved form of Drilbur. It is a Ground and Steel-type Pokemon known for its drill-like claws, high Attack, strong sand-based abilities and major offensive pressure across many Pokemon games.
Competitive Overview
Excadrill is generally a strong competitive Pokemon because of its high Attack, useful Ground and Steel typing, access to strong moves like Earthquake and Iron Head, and sand synergy through Sand Rush.
Excadrill’s biggest strengths are its offensive pressure, Electric and Poison immunities and strong coverage. Its main issues are weaknesses to Water, Fire, Fighting and Ground-type attacks, especially when opponents can slow it down or remove sand.
Featured Competitive Build
Excadrill is a fast physical attacker in Pokemon Champions that can pressure teams with strong Ground and Steel attacks, especially when supported by sand.
This build uses Excadrill’s Attack stat, Sand Rush speed control and coverage moves to create a reliable offensive threat in both sand and non-sand matchups.
Earthquake, Iron Head, Rock Slide and Protect
Sand Rush or Mold Breaker
Jolly or Adamant
Choice Scarf, Leftovers or Focus Sash
Here are the key facts to know about Excadrill, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Excadrill
National Dex
#0530
Type
Ground / Steel
Species
Subterrene Pokemon
Height
2’04” / 0.7 m
70 cm
Weight
89.1 lbs / 40.4 kg
40.4 kg
Abilities
Sand Rush, Sand Force, Mold Breaker
Excadrill has a very high Attack stat with solid HP and Speed. Its Ground and Steel typing gives it strong offensive and defensive utility.
Excadrill has a strong movepool with Ground, Steel, Rock, Bug, Poison and setup options. These are some of Excadrill’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A powerful Ground-type attack and one of Excadrill’s most important damage options.
A reliable Steel-type attack that gives Excadrill strong same-type damage.
Important coverage for Flying, Fire, Bug and Ice-type Pokemon, especially in doubles formats.
A strong single-target Ground-type option that avoids hitting allies in doubles.
Boosts Excadrill’s Attack and can turn it into a dangerous sweeper.
A Ground-type move with an increased critical hit chance.
Coverage that helps against Psychic, Dark and Grass-type Pokemon.
Coverage that can help Excadrill pressure Fairy and Grass-type Pokemon.
Excadrill can learn Ground, Steel, Rock, Bug, Poison, Fighting and utility moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Excadrill’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Excadrill is a Ground and Steel-type Pokemon. This gives it many resistances and Electric and Poison immunities, but it is weak to Water, Fire, Fighting and Ground-type moves.
Type
Ground / Steel
Weaknesses
Water, Fire, Fighting, Ground
Resistances
Normal, Flying, Rock, Bug, Steel, Psychic, Dragon, Fairy
Immunity
Electric, Poison
Excadrill’s abilities support sand offense, boosted coverage and ability-bypassing attacks.
Doubles Excadrill’s Speed during a sandstorm, making it a major threat on sand teams.
Boosts the power of Rock, Ground and Steel-type moves during a sandstorm.
Lets Excadrill’s moves ignore certain opposing abilities, giving it more consistent offensive pressure.
Excadrill evolves from Drilbur starting at Level 31. The full Excadrill evolution line is Drilbur and Excadrill.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Drilbur at Level 31
Excadrill’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Excadrill is found in caves or obtained by evolving Drilbur at Level 31.
| Game | Where to Find Excadrill |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Excadrill had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Excadrill had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Excadrill had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Excadrill |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Excadrill had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Excadrill had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Excadrill had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Excadrill |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Not available because Excadrill had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Not available because Excadrill had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Not available because Excadrill had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Not available because Excadrill had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Not available because Excadrill had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Excadrill |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Not available because Excadrill had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Not available because Excadrill had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Not available because Excadrill had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Not available because Excadrill had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Not available because Excadrill had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Excadrill |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Giant Chasm, Challenger’s Cave and Victory Road. |
 Pokemon White |
Giant Chasm, Challenger’s Cave and Victory Road. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Giant Chasm, Wellspring Cave, Twist Mountain, Victory Road, Clay Tunnel, Reversal Mountain, Seaside Cave and Underground Ruins. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Giant Chasm, Wellspring Cave, Twist Mountain, Victory Road, Clay Tunnel, Reversal Mountain, Seaside Cave and Underground Ruins. |
| Game | Where to Find Excadrill |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Y |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Mirage Spots. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Mirage Spots. |
| Game | Where to Find Excadrill |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Excadrill |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Giant’s Mirror and Lake of Outrage. Excadrill can also be obtained by evolving Drilbur at Level 31. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Giant’s Mirror and Lake of Outrage. Excadrill can also be obtained by evolving Drilbur at Level 31. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Excadrill |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
The Indigo Disk DLC, including Chargestone Cavern and the Canyon Biome in Blueberry Academy’s Terarium. Excadrill can also be obtained by evolving Drilbur at Level 31. |
 Pokemon Violet |
The Indigo Disk DLC, including Chargestone Cavern and the Canyon Biome in Blueberry Academy’s Terarium. Excadrill can also be obtained by evolving Drilbur at Level 31. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Found in Wild Zone 14. Alpha Excadrill is also available in Wild Zone 14. |
| Game | Where to Find Excadrill |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
Mega Excadrill is Excadrill’s Mega Evolution. It keeps Excadrill’s Ground and Steel typing while powering up its drill-focused design and offensive identity.
Category
Subterrene Pokemon
Type
Ground / Steel
Height
2’4″
Weight
89.1 lbs
Mega Excadrill emphasizes the same drilling power that defines regular Excadrill. It is an important modern form to track for Pokemon Legends Z-A and future competitive coverage.
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Excadrill. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Excadrill is a Ground and Steel-type Pokemon.
Excadrill is weak to Water, Fire, Fighting and Ground-type moves.
Excadrill evolves from Drilbur starting at Level 31.
Excadrill’s abilities are Sand Rush, Sand Force and Mold Breaker.
Excadrill’s best moves often include Earthquake, Iron Head, Rock Slide, High Horsepower, Swords Dance, Drill Run, X-Scissor and Poison Jab.
Yes, Excadrill is usually strong because of its high Attack stat, useful typing, sand synergy and strong coverage.
The most common way to get Excadrill is to evolve Drilbur at Level 31, though it can also be found directly in several games.
Mega Excadrill information is included on this page and can be updated as new game and competitive details become available.
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