Magneton #0082
| Typing | ElectricSteel |
| Abilities | Magnet Pull - Ability 1 Sturdy - Ability 2 Analytic - Hidden |
| Classification | The Magnet Pokémon |
| National ID | #0082 |
| Regional ID | #0117 |
Type Effectiveness
Official Artwork

Base Stats
| Stat | Amount | Stat Range | |
| HP | 50 | 110—157 | |
| Attack | 60 | 58—123 | |
| Defense | 95 | 90—161 | |
| Sp. Attack | 120 | 112—189 | |
| Sp. Defense | 70 | 67—134 | |
| Speed | 70 | 67—134 | |
| Total | 465 | Calculated Stat Range |
Evolutionary Family


(magnetic field)

Breeding and Species Information
| Egg Group(s) | Mineral |
| Egg Cycles | 20 |
| Egg Steps | 5120 - Generations II, III, and VII 5100 - Generations IV 5140 - Generations V and VI 5100 - Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl 2560 - Sword, Shield, Scarlet, and Violet |
| Gender Ratio | Unknown |
| Height | 0.1 m (0'4") |
| Weight | 6.0 kg (13.2 lbs.) |
Battle Information
Pokédex Entries
"Three Magnemite are linked by a strong magnetic force. Earaches will occur if you get too close." "They’re formed by several Magnemite linked together. They frequently appear when sunspots flare up." | |
"This Pokémon is three Magnemite that have linked together. Magneton sends out powerful radio waves to study its surroundings." "This Pokémon is constantly putting out a powerful magnetic force. Most computers go haywire when a Magneton approaches." | |
"A Magneton is actually three Magnemite linked by magnetism. A group of these Pokémon can set off a magnetic storm." | |
"Three Magnemite gathered to evolve into this Pokémon. The source of much vexation on my part, as its powerful magnetism destroys my research equipment." | |
"When three Magnemite link together, their brains also become one. They do not become three times more intelligent." "It has about three times the electrical power of Magnemite. For some reason, outbreaks of this Pokémon happen when lots of sunspots appear." | |
"Delicate equipment can malfunction in areas inhabited by Magneton, which send out mysterious electrical signals." "When rain clouds form, many Magneton gather in high places to wait for lightning to strike." | |
"Generates strange radio signals. It raises the temperature by 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit within 3,300 feet." | |
"A linked cluster formed of several Magnemite. It discharges powerful magnetic waves at high voltage." "Generates strange radio signals. It raises the temperature by 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit within 3,300 feet." | |
"Magneton emits a powerful magnetic force that is fatal to electronics and precision instruments. Because of this, it is said that some towns warn people to keep this Pokémon inside a Poké Ball." "Magneton emits a powerful magnetic force that is fatal to mechanical devices. As a result, large cities sound sirens to warn citizens of large-scale outbreaks of this Pokémon." | |
"Many mysteriously appear when more sunspots dot the sun. They stop TV sets from displaying properly." | |
"Three MAGNEMITE are linked by a strong magnetic force. Earaches will occur if you get too close." "The MAGNEMITE are united by a magnetism so powerful, it dries all moisture in its vicinity." | |
"MAGNETON emits a powerful magnetic force that is fatal to mechanical devices. As a result, large cities sound sirens to warn citizens of large-scale outbreaks of this POKéMON." "MAGNETON emits a powerful magnetic force that is fatal to electronics and precision instruments. Because of this, it is said that some towns warn people to keep this POKéMON inside a POKé BALL." | |
"A linked cluster formed of several MAGNEMITE. It discharges powerful magnetic waves at high voltage." "Formed by several MAGNEMITE linked together. They frequently appear when sunspots flare up." | |
"It is actually three MAGNEMITE linked by magnetism. It generates powerful radio waves that raise temperatures by 3.6 degrees F within a 3,300-foot radius." | |
"Three MAGNEMITE are linked by a strong magnetic force. Earaches will occur if you get too close." "The MAGNEMITE are united by a mag netism so power ful, it dries all moisture in its vicinities." | |
"When many MAGNETON gather together, the resulting magnetic storm disrupts radio waves." | |
"Generates strange radio signals. It raises the tem perature by 3.6F degrees within 3,300 feet." |
Learnset
Learnset via Level-up
Level | Name | Power | Acc. | Type | Cat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | — | — | Electric | Stat. | |
| 1 | — | 55 | Normal | Stat. | |
| 1 | 40 | 100 | Normal | Phys. | |
| 1 | 40 | 100 | Electric | Spec. | |
| 1 | — | 90 | Electric | Stat. | |
| 12 | 1 | 100 | Electric | Spec. | |
| 16 | 1 | 100 | Steel | Phys. | |
| 20 | 65 | 100 | Electric | Phys. | |
| 24 | — | 85 | Normal | Stat. | |
| 28 | — | — | Electric | Stat. | |
| 34 | 80 | 100 | Steel | Spec. | |
| 40 | 80 | 100 | Electric | Spec. | |
| 46 | — | 85 | Steel | Stat. | |
| 52 | — | — | Psychic | Stat. | |
| 58 | — | — | Normal | Stat. | |
| 64 | 120 | 50 | Electric | Spec. |
Learnset via Evolution
Name | Power | Acc. | Type | Cat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80 | 100 | Normal | Spec. |
Pre-evolution Moves
Name | Power | Acc. | Type | Cat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 | 100 | Normal | Phys. |
Learnset via TM
TM | Name | Power | Acc. | Type | Cat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM001 | 90 | 85 | Normal | Phys. | |
| TM007 | — | — | Normal | Stat. | |
| TM017 | — | 100 | Ghost | Stat. | |
| TM023 | 50 | 90 | Electric | Spec. | |
| TM025 | 70 | 100 | Normal | Phys. | |
| TM032 | 60 | — | Normal | Spec. | |
| TM047 | — | — | Normal | Stat. | |
| TM048 | 70 | 100 | Electric | Spec. | |
| TM049 | — | — | Fire | Stat. | |
| TM050 | — | — | Water | Stat. | |
| TM051 | — | — | Rock | Stat. | |
| TM070 | — | — | Normal | Stat. | |
| TM072 | 1 | 100 | Electric | Spec. | |
| TM074 | — | — | Psychic | Stat. | |
| TM075 | — | — | Psychic | Stat. | |
| TM082 | — | 90 | Electric | Stat. | |
| TM085 | — | — | Psychic | Stat. | |
| TM093 | 80 | 100 | Steel | Spec. | |
| TM096 | — | 100 | Electric | Stat. | |
| TM099 | 80 | 100 | Steel | Phys. | |
| TM103 | — | — | Normal | Stat. | |
| TM104 | — | — | Steel | Stat. | |
| TM121 | 1 | 100 | Steel | Phys. | |
| TM126 | 90 | 100 | Electric | Spec. | |
| TM130 | — | — | Normal | Stat. | |
| TM136 | — | — | Electric | Stat. | |
| TM147 | 90 | 100 | Electric | Phys. | |
| TM163 | 150 | 90 | Normal | Spec. | |
| TM166 | 110 | 70 | Electric | Spec. | |
| TM170 | 140 | 95 | Steel | Spec. | |
| TM171 | 80 | 100 | Normal | Spec. | |
| TM173 | — | — | Electric | Stat. | |
| TM178 | — | — | Psychic | Stat. | |
| TM180 | 1 | 100 | Steel | Phys. | |
| TM211 | 55 | 95 | Electric | Spec. | |
| TM223 | — | 85 | Steel | Stat. |
How to Obtain
Available In
Generation I
Generation II
Generation III
Generation IV
Generation V
Generation VI
Generation VII
Sun
EvolveMoon
EvolveUltra Sun
EvolveUltra Moon
EvolveLet's Go, Pikachu!
CatchableLet's Go, Eevee!
CatchableGeneration VIII
Sword
TransferShield
TransferThe Isle of Armor (Sword)
CatchableThe Isle of Armor (Shield)
CatchableThe Crown Tundra (Sword)
CatchableThe Crown Tundra (Shield)
CatchableBrilliant Diamond
EvolveShining Pearl
EvolveLegends: Arceus
CatchableGeneration IX
What does each category mean?
Catchable Can be caught in the base game without special requirements. It spawns somewhere in game.
Obtainable Available only through an in-game gift, such as a starter or in-game trade with an NPC.
Evolve Only available through evolution. A pre-evolution is available for catching or obtaining.
Event Only available through some sort of event or distribution.
Transfer Exists within the game's data, but can only be obtained via a trade with another player (version exclusive) or transfer through another means like Pokémon HOME.
In-Game Images
Standard Sprites

Main Sprite
Shiny Sprites

Main Sprite