TL;DR. Klang is a pure steel-type Pokémon from Generation V. Base Stat Total: 440. By changing the direction in which it rotates, it communicates its feelings to others. When angry, it rotates faster.
By changing the direction in which it rotates, it communicates its feelings to others. When angry, it rotates faster.
Stat spread.
Total of 440. Higher peaks mean specialized roles, flat spreads favor versatility.
Rankings computed across all 1025 base-species Pokémon (Mega and Gigantamax forms excluded). Source: National Pokédex base stats.
Klang in Pokémon GO.
Pokémon GO uses its own hand-tuned base stats, distinct from the main-series spread above. At a perfect 15/15/15, Klang reaches 1,847 CP at level 40 and 2,113 CP as a best buddy.
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Shiny release
Shiny Klang only comes from evolving a Shiny Klink. The first Shiny in the family appeared on September 16, 2019.
Klang in competitive play.
Recommended builds and battle rankings for Klang across the current metagames. In Pokémon GO it ranks #284 in the Great League.
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Sets and GO ranks last checked 2026-10-20.
Common questions about Klang.
Direct, sourced answers to the most-asked questions about Klang, each computed straight from its Pokédex data.
What type is Klang?
Klang is a pure Steel-type Pokémon. It has a single typing, which means a simpler matchup chart but also fewer resistances.
What is Klang weak to?
Klang takes 2× damage from Fire, Fighting, Ground. It has no 4× weaknesses.
What is Klang resistant to?
Klang is immune to Poison. It also resists Normal, Grass, Ice, Flying, Psychic, Bug, Rock, Dragon, Steel, Fairy.
How does Klang evolve?
Klang evolves from Klink (Level 38). Klang evolves into Klinklang (Level 49).
What generation is Klang from?
Klang was introduced in Generation V (the Unova region). Its Pokédex number is #0600.
What are Klang's base stats?
Klang has HP 60, Attack 80, Defense 95, Special Attack 70, Special Defense 85, and Speed 50. Total base stat total: 440.
What are Klang's abilities?
Klang can have the abilities Plus, Minus, plus the Hidden Ability Clear Body.
Is Klang legendary or mythical?
No. Klang is a regular Pokémon, not classified as Legendary or Mythical.
What is Klang's best stat?
Klang's highest base stat is Defense at 95, which ranks 42nd of 65 Steel-type Pokémon.
Is Klang good?
Klang has a base stat total of 440, the 527th-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 46th among Steel-types. That is a modest total, typical of an unevolved or utility Pokémon.
Through the generations.
Klang as drawn across two decades of Pokémon games, plus the modern Pokémon HOME render. Hit the cry button to hear it.
In battle.
Damage multipliers when Klang is hit by each attacking type. 4× is two stacked weaknesses, ¼× is two stacked resistances.
Klang vs. the average Steel-type.
Each base stat measured against the mean across all 65 Steel-type Pokémon.
| Stat | Klang | Steel avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP | 60 | 71 | -11 |
| Attack | 80 | 91 | -11 |
| Defense | 95 | 108 | -13 |
| Special Attack | 70 | 71 | -1 |
| Special Defense | 85 | 79 | +6 |
| Speed | 50 | 60 | -10 |
| Total | 440 | 480 | -40 |
Klang appears in 11 games.
Every mainline release where Klang is obtainable, has a dex entry, or is transferable. Grouped by generation.
- 2011 Black
- 2011 White
- 2012 Black 2
- 2012 White 2
- 2013 X
- 2013 Y
- 2014 Alpha Sapphire
- 2014 Omega Ruby
- 2019 Shield
- 2019 Sword
- 2016 Pokémon GO
How to get Klang.
Every main-series game Klang is in, newest first: how to get it, version exclusives and Shiny locks.
Generation IXNot in the game
- Scarlet · Violet · Legends: Z-ANot in the game
Generation VIIIObtainableNot in the game
- Sword · ShieldObtainable
- WildRoute 10, Dusty Bowl, Hammerlocke Hills
- RaidDusty Bowl, Giant's Seat, Hammerlocke Hills (Max Raid Battle)
- RaidMax Lair (Dynamax Adventure) (The Crown Tundra)
- Brilliant Diamond · Shining Pearl · Legends: ArceusNot in the game
Generation VIIObtainableTradeNot in the game
- Sun · MoonObtainable
- EvolveKlink (Level 38)
- Ultra Sun · Ultra MoonTrade
- Let's Go, Pikachu! · Let's Go, Eevee!Not in the game
Generation VIObtainable
- X · YObtainable
- WildFriend Safari (Steel) (needs another player)
- Omega Ruby · Alpha SapphireObtainable
- EvolveKlink (Level 38)
Generation VObtainable
- Black · WhiteObtainable
- EvolveKlink (Level 38)
- Black 2 · White 2Obtainable
- WildP2 Laboratory
- Pokémon HOME
- Send it to HOME from Pokémon Bank, Sword and Shield. From HOME it can move into Sword and Shield.
- Pokémon Champions
- Not on the roster.
TCG Pocket appearances
Klang in TCG Pocket.
Every printed variant on iOS / Android. Tap any card for full art.
Pokémon like Klang
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