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Iron Treads is a Ground / Steel-type Paradox Pokemon from Generation 9. This guide covers Iron Treads’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses and locations across Pokemon games.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Iron Treads 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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| Weaknesses | Evolution |
| Locations | FAQ |
Iron Treads is a Ground and Steel-type Paradox Pokemon introduced in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. It resembles a futuristic relative of Donphan and is known for its strong physical bulk and utility.
Competitive Overview
Iron Treads can be a useful competitive Pokemon because of its Ground and Steel typing, strong physical stats, Rapid Spin utility and access to moves such as Earthquake, Iron Head and Stealth Rock.
Its value can change by format, but Iron Treads is easiest to understand by its typing, ability, strongest moves and how well it fits into current team structures.
Here are the key facts to know about Iron Treads, including its type, ability, height, weight and species information.
Name
Iron Treads
National Dex
#0990
Type
Ground / Steel
Species
Paradox Pokemon
Height
2’11” / 0.9 m
90 cm
Weight
529.1 lbs / 240.0 kg
240.0 kg
Ability
Quark Drive
Iron Treads has a Paradox Pokemon stat profile built around its typing, ability and battle role. Use the stat table below to review its full base stat spread.
These are some of Iron Treads’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A powerful Ground-type attack and one of Iron Treads’ best same-type options.
Reliable Steel-type damage with a chance to make the target flinch.
Clears entry hazards while boosting Iron Treads’ Speed.
Utility coverage that removes the target’s held item.
Coverage against Dragon, Flying, Grass and Ground-type Pokemon.
Entry hazard support that punishes opposing switches.
Ground damage that lowers the target’s Speed.
A Steel-type attack that can hit harder against lighter targets.
Use the section below to view Iron Treads’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Iron Treads is a Ground / Steel-type Pokemon. This typing determines which attacks it is weak to, resists or ignores.
Type
Ground / Steel
Weaknesses
Fire, Water, Fighting, Ground
Resistances
Normal, Flying, Psychic, Bug, Rock, Dragon, Steel, Fairy
Immunity
Electric, Poison
Iron Treads’s ability helps define its role in battle.
Raises Iron Treads’ highest stat on Electric Terrain or when it holds Booster Energy.
Iron Treads does not evolve. It is a single-stage Paradox Pokemon.
Single Stage
Does not evolve
Iron Treads’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Check the tables below for current location and transfer notes.
| Game | Where to Find Iron Treads |
|---|---|
Pokemon Scarlet |
Found in Area Zero in Pokemon Violet. It is not normally available in Pokemon Scarlet without trading or transfer. |
Pokemon Violet |
Found in Area Zero in Pokemon Violet. It is not normally available in Pokemon Scarlet without trading or transfer. |
Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Iron Treads |
|---|---|
Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Iron Treads. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Iron Treads is a Ground / Steel-type Pokemon.
Iron Treads is weak to Fire, Water, Fighting, Ground-type moves.
No, Iron Treads does not evolve.
Iron Treads’s ability is Quark Drive.
Iron Treads’s best moves often include Earthquake, Iron Head, Rapid Spin, Knock Off.
Found in Area Zero in Pokemon Violet. It is not normally available in Pokemon Scarlet without trading or transfer.
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