Quick summary
Species: Duraludon (Gigantamax)
Type: Dragon / Steel
Primary weaknesses: Fighting, Ground
Recommended lobby: 15-20 trainers
Gigantamax Duraludon towers over Pokémon GO raids as a Steel/Dragon-type behemoth, combining unmatched resilience with high-damage attacks. Its massive metallic frame makes it a tough challenge, but careful planning with type advantages can shatter its defenses. This guide breaks down counters, movesets, and battle strategies for trainers aiming to conquer this G-Max powerhouse.
Table of Contents
Weakness Best Pokemon Best Gigantamax Counters Dynamax & Support Picks Moveset Weather Effects Size Rewards FAQsOverview
Duraludon is a Steel / Dragon-type with a skyline of metal plates — its Gigantamax form towers like a metallic skyscraper, gaining dramatic boosts to its attacking power and HP along with the signature G-Max Industrial (hazardous metal-surge) effect. Expect high single-target damage, occasional wide-area steel hazard effects, and strong resistance to many common types. Treat it as a mixed-threat boss: Dragon / Steel counters excel, but watch for coverage moves (e.g., Earthquake, Flamethrower) that punish single-type stacks.
Pro tip: Duraludon’s huge Steel typing makes Fire a frequent neutral/coverage counter — but primary counters are Ground (if featured), Dragon, and Fighting/Psychic depending on moveset. Always preview the charged move before locking in.
Weakness & Typing
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Weak to |
 Fighting •
 Ground
|
| Resists |
 Bug •
 Electric •
 Flying •
 Normal •
 Psychic •
 Rock •
 Steel •
 Water •
 Grass •
 Poison
|
| Notes | Gigantamax bosses often use Max Moves — these can be powerful, sometimes buffing or changing battlefield conditions. Expect higher HP and potentially team-wide effects. |
Pro tip: Lead with Ground, Fighting, or Dragon-types to break through its steel defenses efficiently.
Best Pokemon
Gigantamax-type Counters
- Machamp (Karate Chop / G-Max Chi Strike)
- Gengar (Sucker Punch / G-Max Terror)
Dynamax-type Counters
- Excadrill (Mud-Slap / Max Quake)
- Machamp (Karate Chop / Max Knuckle)
- Hitmonlee (Rock Smash / Max Knuckle)
- Passimian (Rock Smash / Max Knuckle)
Best Gigantamax Counters
Gigantamax Pokémon that amplify the right types give you a powerful edge. Below are top Gigantamax counters with short notes on why they excel vs G-Max Duraludon.
| Pokémon | Fast Moves | Gigantamax Moves | Charged Moves | Elite Moves | Best Moves |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gigantamax Machamp | Bullet Punch, Counter | G-Max Chi Strike | Cross Chop, Rock Slide, Close Combat, Dynamic Punch, Heavy Slam | Karate Chop, Stone Edge, Submission, Payback | Counter(13) and G-Max Chi Strike(350) |
| Gigantamax Gengar | Sucker Punch, Shadow Claw, Hex | G-Max Terror | Shadow Ball, Sludge Bomb, Focus Blast, Drain Punch | Lick, Dark Pulse, Shadow Punch, Sludge Wave, Psychic | Hex(8) and G-Max Terror(350) |
| Gigantamax Cinderace | Tackle, Fire Spin | G-Max Fireball | Flamethrower, Flame Charge, Focus Blast | - | Fire Spin(13) and G-Max Fireball(350) |
| Gigantamax Hatterene | Psycho Cut, Confusion, Charm | G-Max Smite | Psyshock, Dazzling Gleam, Psychic, Power Whip | - | Charm(20) and G-Max Smite(350) |
| Gigantamax Charizard | Air Slash, Fire Spin | G-Max Wildfire | Overheat, Fire Blast, Dragon Claw | Dragon Breath, Ember, Wing Attack, Flamethrower, Blast Burn | Fire Spin(13) and G-Max Wildfire(350) |
| Gigantamax Grimmsnarl | Bite, Sucker Punch, Low Kick | G-Max Snooze | Dark Pulse, Play Rough, Foul Play, Power Up Punch | - | Bite(6) and G-Max Snooze(350) |
| Gigantamax Centiskorch | Bug Bite, Ember | G-Max Centiferno | Crunch, Lunge, Heat Wave, Bug Buzz | - | Ember(10) and G-Max Centiferno(350) |
| Gigantamax Alcremie | Tackle, Charm | G-Max Finale | Psyshock, Dazzling Gleam, Energy Ball | - | Charm(20) and G-Max Finale(350) |
Dynamax & Support Picks
Not every raid group will have multiple Gigantamax picks. Dynamax Pokémon make excellent support, either by adding burst damage or soaking time during G-Max residual windows.
| Pokémon | Dynamax Moves | Fast Moves | Charged Moves | Elite Moves |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dynamax Urshifu | Max Geyser, Max Knuckle | Rock Smash, Counter, Waterfall | Brick Break, Dynamic Punch, Close Combat, Aqua Jet | - |
| Dynamax Excadrill | Max Quake, Max Steelspike | Metal Claw, Mud Slap, Mud Shot | Rock Slide, Earthquake, Drill Run, Iron Head, Scorching Sands | - |
| Dynamax Machamp | Max Knuckle, Max Steelspike | Bullet Punch, Counter | Heavy Slam, Dynamic Punch, Close Combat, Rock Slide, Cross Chop | Karate Chop, Stone Edge, Submission, Payback |
| Dynamax Passimian | Max Knuckle, Max Strike | Counter, Rock Smash, Take Down | Brick Break, Close Combat, Superpower, Brutal Swing, Drain Punch | - |
| Eternatus | Dynamax Cannon | Dragon Tail, Poison Jab | Sludge Bomb, Dragon Pulse, Flamethrower | - |
| Dynamax Falinks | Max Knuckle | Rock Smash, Counter | Superpower, Brick Break, Megahorn | - |
| Dynamax Kingler | Max Geyser, Max Quake, Max Steelspike | Metal Claw, Bubble | Vise Grip, Water Pulse, X-Scissor, Crabhammer, Razor Shell | Mud Shot |
| Dynamax Kabutops | Max Knuckle, Max Quake, Max Geyser, Max Flutterby | Rock Smash, Mud Shot, Waterfall | Ancient Power, Stone Edge, Water Pulse | Fury Cutter |
| Dynamax Omastar | Max Quake, Max Geyser, Max Rockfall | Mud Shot, Water Gun | Ancient Power, Hydro Pump, Rock Blast | Rock Throw, Rock Slide |
| Dynamax Machoke | Max Knuckle | Karate Chop, Low Kick | Brick Break, Dynamic Punch, Submission, Cross Chop | - |
| Dynamax Latios | Max Wyrmwind, Max Mindstorm | Dragon Breath, Zen Headbutt | Psychic, Solar Beam, Dragon Claw, Aura Sphere | Luster Purge |
| Dynamax Darmanitan | Max Strike, Max Flare | Tackle, Fire Fang, Incinerate | Overheat, Focus Blast, Psychic, Rock Slide | - |
| Dynamax Gengar | Max Darkness, Max Phantasm | Sucker Punch, Hex, Shadow Claw | Focus Blast, Shadow Ball, Sludge Bomb, Drain Punch, Shadow Punch | Lick, Psychic, Dark Pulse, Sludge Wave |
| Dynamax Drilbur | Max Quake, Max Strike | Scratch, Mud Slap | Rock Tomb, Dig, Drill Run | - |
| Dynamax Moltres | Max Flare, Max Airstream | Fire Spin, Wing Attack | Fire Blast, Overheat, Heat Wave, Ancient Power | Sky Attack |
| Dynamax Krabby | Max Geyser, Max Quake | Bubble, Mud Shot | Bubble Beam, Vise Grip, Water Pulse, Razor Shell | - |
| Dynamax Hitmonlee | Max Knuckle | Rock Smash, Low Kick, Double Kick | Low Sweep, Stone Edge, Close Combat, Blaze Kick | Stomp, Brick Break |
| Dynamax Hitmonchan | Max Steelspike | Counter , Bullet Puch | Close Combat, Power-Up Punch, Fire Punch, Thunder Punch, Ice Punch | Rock Smash, Brick Break |
| Dynamax Hitmontop | Max Knuckle | Counter , Rock Smash | Close Combat, Stone Edge, Gyro Ball, Triple Axel | - |
| Dynamax Flareon | Max Flare | Ember, Fire Spin | Fire Blast, Flamethrower, Overheat | Last Resort, Superpower, Heat Wave |
Moves & Threats
Duraludon common fast moves are Metal Claw or Dragon Tail. Charged moves include Hyper Beam or Flash Cannon and Dragon Claw. G-Max Depletion not only delivers heavy damage but also leaves a damaging area for a short time — timing your swaps and using at least one bulky support reduces wipe risk.
Threats: Flash Cannon can heavily damage Fairy-types and Ice-types. Dragon Pulse punishes Dragon-types.
Tip: Dodge Earthquake and Flash Cannon to preserve your counters’ health for a longer raid battle.
Weather Effects
Snowy weather : boosts Duraludon Steel moves. Windy weather : boosts Dragon attackers. Clear weather : boosts Ground moves. Cloudy weather : boosts Fighting attackers.
Battle Tips
- Avoid Steel- and Fairy-type Pokémon—they’ll struggle.
- Focus on high DPS, super-effective moves.
Size
Recommended: 15–20 trainers for comfortable clears with mixed player levels. With many Gigantamax / Dynamax counters, 10–14 can work. Under 8 trainers should be attempted only if all participants are high-level and coordinated with ideal counters and Dynamax/G-Max boosts.
Rewards
Reasons include Pokédex entry, strong Steel / Dragon attacker, shiny chance, and XL Candy farming.
Raid Strategy & Catch Tips
Bring powerful Fighting-types to shred Duraludon’s Steel typing, while Ground-types exploit its second weakness. Avoid Fairy, Rock, and Ice Pokémon, as they take heavy damage from its Steel or Dragon moves.
FAQ
What is Gigantamax Duraludon type and weakness?
Duraludon is a Steel / Dragon type. It is weak to Fighting, Ground.
What are good counters for G-Max Depletion?
Strong fighting and ground attackers such as Gigantamax Machamp, Gigantamax Gengar, Dynamax Hitmonlee, Dynamax Machamp, Dynamax Passimian, Dynamax Excadrill.
Can Gigantamax Duraludon be shiny?
Yes, but in certain events.
Is Gigantamax Duraludon catchable after the raid?
Yes — standard raid catch mechanics apply.
Does weather change move sets?
Snowy weather boosts Duraludon’s Steel moves, while Windy weather boosts its Dragon moves. Clear weather supports Ground counters, while Cloudy weather strengthens Fighting-types.
Does Duraludon keep G-Max Depletion?
No — it’s exclusive to Gigantamax raids.
Conclusion
Gigantamax Duraludon is a mechanically interesting raid boss: its Steel/Dragon combo is predictable, but the G-Max residual damage forces teams to plan for survivability, not just pure DPS. Prioritize Fighting and Ground Gigantamax picks, add Dynamax support for sustained windows, and include at least one high-TDO tank if your lobby is smaller. With the counters and tactics above, you’ll clear Duraludon efficiently and maximize your rewards.
Related Guides
Looking for more counters? Check out our Gigantamax Machamp Raid Guide, Gigantamax Duraludon Raid Guide, Gigantamax Gengar Raid Guide
Summary
- Lead with Ground, Fighting, or Dragon Pokémon
- Avoid Steel- or Fairy-type counters
- Dodge Flash Cannon and Earthquake
- Use weather boosts to maximize damage