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No. 0530

Excadrill

Subterrene Pokémon

Excadrill
Official art
GroundSteel
Height
0.7 m 2′04″
Weight
40.4 kg 89.1 lbs
Base stat total
508 top 25%
Introduced
Gen V
Abilities
Pokédex entryShield
Known as the Drill King, this Pokémon can tunnel through the terrain at speeds of over 90 mph.
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Base stats

HP110170–217330–424
Atk135126–205247–405
Def6058–123112–240
SpA5049–11294–218
SpD6563–128121–251
Spe8883–154162–302
Total508Higher than 75% of all Pokémon
HP110Atk135Def60Spe88SpD65SpA50

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 2 Atk.

Stat calculatorChampions Stat Points & Stat Alignment, or EVs, IVs & nature

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 88). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+154Max140No SP108Min97Scarf231Tailwind308

At max Speed, Excadrill outspeeds 16 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC.

  1. 203Mega Garchomp ZModest · 32 SP · #21 in usage
  2. 200Mega GengarTimid · 32 SP · #26 in usage
  3. 190Mega Raichu YTimid · 23 SP · #13 in usage
  4. 189Mega SalamenceTimid · 32 SP · #4 in usage
  5. 184WhimsicottTimid · 32 SP · #23 in usage
  6. 178Mega MetagrossJolly · 32 SP · #28 in usage
  7. 178Mega StaraptorJolly · 32 SP · #29 in usage
  8. 172SneaslerAdamant · 32 SP · #2 in usage
  9. 169Mega FloetteTimid · 32 SP · #17 in usage
  10. 169GarchompJolly · 32 SP · #19 in usage
  11. 167Mega Charizard YTimid · 32 SP · #14 in usage
  12. 167Mega GardevoirTimid · 32 SP · #20 in usage
  13. 161IndeedeeTimid · 32 SP · #30 in usage
  14. 156Hisuian ArcanineJolly · 32 SP · #16 in usage
  15. 154Excadrill · Max+32 SP, Speed-raising alignment
  16. 150ArchaludonTimid · 32 SP · #9 in usage
  17. 149GholdengoTimid · 32 SP · #8 in usage
  18. 143BasculegionJolly · 32 SP · #6 in usage
  19. 140Excadrill · Max32 SP, neutral alignment
  20. 128PelipperTimid · 32 SP · #12 in usage
  21. 120VolcaronaBold · 0 SP · #25 in usage
  22. 108Excadrill · No SP0 SP, neutral alignment
  23. 105RillaboomAdamant · 0 SP · #1 in usage
  24. 101MiloticCalm · 0 SP · #15 in usage
  25. 95SylveonModest · 15 SP · #18 in usage
  26. 94Female IndeedeeRelaxed · 0 SP · #7 in usage
  27. 90PolitoedCalm · 0 SP · #22 in usage
  28. 90SinistchaBold · 0 SP · #24 in usage
  29. 85ArmarougeQuiet · 0 SP · #27 in usage
  30. 80IncineroarCareful · 0 SP · #3 in usage
  31. 80FarigirafBold · 0 SP · #11 in usage
  32. 70KingambitAdamant · 0 SP · #5 in usage
  33. 60Mega GolisopodAdamant · 0 SP · #10 in usage

Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.

Type matchups

Weak to

Fighting2×Fire2×Ground2×Water2×

Resists

Rock¼×Bug½×Dragon½×Fairy½×Flying½×Normal½×Psychic½×Steel½×

Immune to

Electric0×Poison0×
Takes normal damage from 4 types
GhostGrassIceDark

Abilities

  • Sand Rush

    Doubles Speed during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.

  • Sand Force

    Strengthens Rock, Ground, and Steel moves to 1.3× their power during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.

  • Mold BreakerHidden ability

    Bypasses targets' abilities if they could hinder or prevent a move.

Competitive

SV SinglesUUSV Doubles(DUU)National DexUU

Ranked ladder · in-game

Doubles

#27 of 262 used

▲ 1 place since Oct 22
Oct 22Oct 28
▲ 1 place since Oct 21
Oct 21Oct 28

Focus Sash (87%) · Sand Rush (95.9%) · Adamant (70.4%) · HP 2 / Atk 32 / Spe 32 (62.7%)

Moves Iron Head, Protect, High Horsepower, Rock Slide

Singles

#68 of 262 used

▲ 4 places since Oct 22
Oct 22Oct 28
▲ 4 places since Oct 21
Oct 21Oct 28

Choice Scarf (38.6%) · Mold Breaker (67.6%) · Jolly (54.1%) · HP 2 / Atk 32 / Spe 32 (51%)

Moves Earthquake, Iron Head, Rock Slide, Horn Drill

Daily usage rank on the Pokémon Champions ladder, updated Oct 28. Battle data provided by Pokémon Champions Battle Data.

23.13% of teams · rank #2 · Singles · 1630+ rating · 33,671 battles · Sep 2026

Most common build

Item
Leftovers
Ability
Mold Breaker
Nature
Adamant
EVs
252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Tera Type
Ghost
  1. Earthquake
  2. Rapid Spin
  3. Iron Head
  4. Swords Dance

Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.

Usage by rating

  • All players23.89%
  • Rated 1500+24.45%
  • Rated 1630+23.13%
  • Rated 1760+19.29%

Usage by month

Oct 202523.13%

Moves

  • Earthquake100%
  • Rapid Spin90%
  • Iron Head84.7%
  • Swords Dance54%
  • Stealth Rock39.2%
  • Rock Slide15.8%
  • Rock Blast7.8%
  • Rock Tomb5.7%
  • Poison Jab0.7%
  • Shadow Claw0.6%

Items

  • Leftovers42.3%
  • Air Balloon29.7%
  • Loaded Dice7.6%
  • Focus Sash6.1%
  • Heavy-Duty Boots3.4%
  • Choice Scarf3%

Abilities

  • 59.5%
  • 40.4%
  • 0.1%

EV spreads

  • Adamant 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe21.6%
  • Jolly 252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe18.6%
  • Jolly 4 HP / 252 Atk / 252 Spe10.6%
  • Adamant 4 HP / 252 Atk / 252 Spe9.2%
  • Adamant 24 HP / 56 Atk / 252 SpD / 176 Spe6.5%

Tera types

  • Ghost50.6%
  • Ground13.6%
  • Dragon9.9%
  • Flying9.4%

Common teammates

Checks & counters

Evolution

  1. #0529DrilburGround
    1. Level 31#0530ExcadrillGroundSteel

Moves

Level up 15

EvoHorn DrillCauses a one-hit KO.NormalPhys—30%5
1Hone ClawsRaises the user’s Attack and accuracy by one stage.DarkStatus——15
1Mud-SlapHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s accuracy by one stage.GroundSpec20100%10
1Rapid SpinFrees the user from binding moves, removes Leech Seed, and blows away Spikes.NormalPhys50100%40
1ScratchInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys40100%35
12Fury SwipesHits 2-5 times in one turn.NormalPhys1880%15
16Metal ClawHas a 10% chance to raise the user’s Attack by one stage.SteelPhys5095%35
20SandstormChanges the weather to a sandstorm for five turns.RockStatus——10
24Crush ClawHas a 50% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.NormalPhys7595%10
28Rock SlideHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.RockPhys7590%10
34DigUser digs underground, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.GroundPhys80100%10
40Swords DanceRaises the user’s Attack by two stages.NormalStatus——20
46Drill RunHas an increased chance for a critical hit.GroundPhys8095%10
52EarthquakeInflicts regular damage and can hit Dig users.GroundPhys100100%10
58FissureCauses a one-hit KO.GroundPhys—30%5

TM / HM / TR 47

TM01Take DownUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.NormalPhys9085%20
TM05Mud-SlapHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s accuracy by one stage.GroundSpec20100%10
TM06Scary FaceLowers the target’s Speed by two stages.NormalStatus—100%10
TM07ProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10
TM25FacadePower doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.NormalPhys70100%20
TM27Aerial AceNever misses.FlyingPhys60—20
TM28BulldozeHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.GroundPhys60100%20
TM31Metal ClawHas a 10% chance to raise the user’s Attack by one stage.SteelPhys5095%35
TM35Mud ShotHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.GroundSpec5595%15
TM36Rock TombHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.RockPhys6095%15
TM43FlingThrows held item at the target; power depends on the item.DarkPhys—100%10
TM47EndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10
TM49Sunny DayChanges the weather to sunny for five turns.FireStatus——5
TM51SandstormChanges the weather to a sandstorm for five turns.RockStatus——10
TM53Smart StrikeNever misses.SteelPhys70—10
TM55DigUser digs underground, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.GroundPhys80100%10
TM58Brick BreakDestroys Reflect and Light Screen.FightingPhys75100%15
TM61Shadow ClawHas an increased chance for a critical hit.GhostPhys70100%15
TM66Body SlamHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.NormalPhys85100%15
TM70Sleep TalkRandomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalStatus——10
TM76Rock BlastHits 2-5 times in one turn.RockPhys2590%10
TM83Poison JabHas a 30% chance to poison the target.PoisonPhys80100%20
TM84Stomping TantrumHas double power if the user’s last move failed.GroundPhys75100%10
TM85RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5
TM86Rock SlideHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.RockPhys7590%10
TM88Swords DanceRaises the user’s Attack by two stages.NormalStatus——20
TM99Iron HeadHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.SteelPhys80100%15
TM103SubstituteTransfers 1/4 of the user’s max HP into a doll, protecting the user from further damage or status changes until it breaks.NormalStatus——10
TM104Iron DefenseRaises the user’s Defense by two stages.SteelStatus——15
TM105X-ScissorInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.BugPhys80100%15
TM106Drill RunHas an increased chance for a critical hit.GroundPhys8095%10
TM116Stealth RockCauses damage when opposing Pokémon switch in.RockStatus——20
TM130Helping HandAlly’s next move inflicts half more damage.NormalStatus——20
TM133Earth PowerHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.GroundSpec90100%10
TM149EarthquakeInflicts regular damage and can hit Dig users.GroundPhys100100%10
TM152Giga ImpactUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalPhys15090%5
TM158Focus BlastHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.FightingSpec12070%5
TM163Hyper BeamUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalSpec15090%5
TM170Steel BeamInflicts damage, and the user takes damage equal to half of its max HP, rounded up.SteelSpec14095%5
TM171Tera BlastIf the user has Terastallized, it unleashes energy of its Tera Type. This move inflicts damage using the Attack or Sp. Atk stat—whichever is higher for the user.NormalSpec80100%10
TM176Sand TombPrevents the target from fleeing and inflicts damage for 2-5 turns.GroundPhys3585%15
TM186High HorsepowerInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.GroundPhys9595%10
TM204Double-EdgeUser receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.NormalPhys120100%15
TM215Scorching SandsHas a 30% chance to burn the target.GroundSpec70100%10
TM221Throat ChopPrevents the target from using sound-based moves for two turns.DarkPhys80100%15
TM223Metal SoundLowers the target’s Special Defense by two stages.SteelStatus—85%40
TM224CurseGhosts pay half their max HP to hurt the target every turn. Others decrease Speed but raise Attack and Defense.GhostStatus——10

Egg moves 2

EggMetal SoundLowers the target’s Special Defense by two stages.SteelStatus—85%40
EggSlashHas an increased chance for a critical hit.NormalPhys70100%20

Pokédex entries

Category
Subterrene Pokémon
Debut
Unova · Black & White
Color
Gray
Shape
Habitat
—
Original Unova#036Updated Unova#077Galar#167Blueberry#100Lumiose#121

  1. Known as the Drill King, this Pokémon can tunnel through the terrain at speeds of over 90 mph.

    Shield

  2. It’s not uncommon for tunnels that appear to have formed naturally to actually be a result of Excadrill’s rampant digging.

    Sword

  3. Forming a drill with its steel claws and head, it can bore through a steel plate, no matter how thick it is.

    Black 2 · White 2

  4. More than 300 feet below the surface, they build mazelike nests. Their activity can be destructive to subway tunnels.

    White · Y · Alpha Sapphire

  5. It can help in tunnel construction. Its drill has evolved into steel strong enough to bore through iron plates.

    Black · X · Omega Ruby

Names around the world

Japanese
ドリュウズ
Japanese (romaji)
Doryuzu
Korean
몰드류
Chinese (Traditional)
龍頭地鼠
Chinese (Simplified)
龙头地鼠
French
Minotaupe
German
Stalobor
Spanish
Excadrill
Italian
Excadrill

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

Generation V

Generation VI

Generation VII

Generation VIII · animated models

Generation IX · animated models

Training

EV yield
2 Atk
Catch rate
60 ≈7.8% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship
70
Base experience
178
Growth rate
Medium

Breeding

Egg groups
Field
Gender
♂ 50%♀ 50%
Hatch time
20 egg cycles ≈5,355 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Shield 5 areas
  • Bridge Field (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
  • Giant's Cap (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 46–60
  • Giant's Mirror (Main Area)Overworld spawn coming from underground or within a swamp. · Lv 31–60
  • Lake of OutrageWalking in the overworld · Lv 55–60
  • Rolling Fields (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
Sword 5 areas
  • Bridge Field (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
  • Giant's Cap (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 46–60
  • Giant's Mirror (Main Area)Overworld spawn coming from underground or within a swamp. · Lv 31–60
  • Lake of OutrageWalking in the overworld · Lv 55–60
  • Rolling Fields (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
Alpha Sapphire 2 areas
  • Mirage Cave (North of Fortree)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 36–38
  • Mirage Cave (North of Route 132)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 36–38
Omega Ruby 2 areas
  • Mirage Cave (North of Fortree)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 36–38
  • Mirage Cave (North of Route 132)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 36–38
Y 1 area
  • Friend Safari (Steel)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30
X 1 area
  • Friend Safari (Steel)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 30
White 2 27 areas
  • Clay TunnelWalking in dust clouds · Lv 54–57
  • Giant ChasmWalking in dust clouds · Lv 44–47
  • Glacier RoomWalking in dust clouds · Lv 54–57
  • Iron RoomWalking in dust clouds · Lv 54–57
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 49)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 50)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 51)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 52)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 53)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 54)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 55)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 56)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 57)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 58)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 59)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 60)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Rocky Mountain RoomWalking in dust clouds · Lv 54–57
  • Seaside Cave (1F)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 34–37
  • Seaside Cave (B1F)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 39–42
  • Twist MountainWalking in dust clouds · Lv 54–57
  • Underground RuinsWalking in dust clouds · Lv 54–57
  • Victory Road (7F)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 47–50
  • Victory Road 2 (unknown area 74)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 41–44
  • Victory Road 2 (unknown area 75)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 47–50
  • Victory Road 2 (unknown area 77)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 47–50
  • Victory Road 2 (unknown area 80)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 47–50
  • Wellspring CaveWalking in dust clouds · Lv 55–58
Black 2 27 areas
  • Clay TunnelWalking in dust clouds · Lv 54–57
  • Giant ChasmWalking in dust clouds · Lv 44–47
  • Glacier RoomWalking in dust clouds · Lv 54–57
  • Iron RoomWalking in dust clouds · Lv 54–57
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 49)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 50)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 51)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 52)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 53)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 54)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 55)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 56)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 57)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 58)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 59)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Reversal Mountain (unknown area 60)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 32–35
  • Rocky Mountain RoomWalking in dust clouds · Lv 54–57
  • Seaside Cave (1F)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 34–37
  • Seaside Cave (B1F)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 39–42
  • Twist MountainWalking in dust clouds · Lv 54–57
  • Underground RuinsWalking in dust clouds · Lv 54–57
  • Victory Road (7F)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 47–50
  • Victory Road 2 (unknown area 74)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 41–44
  • Victory Road 2 (unknown area 75)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 47–50
  • Victory Road 2 (unknown area 77)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 47–50
  • Victory Road 2 (unknown area 80)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 47–50
  • Wellspring CaveWalking in dust clouds · Lv 55–58
White 20 areas
  • Challengers Cave (1F)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 47–50
  • Challengers Cave (B1F)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 47–50
  • Challengers Cave (B2F)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 47–50
  • Giant ChasmWalking in dust clouds · Lv 47–50
  • Giant Chasm (forest cave)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 57–60
  • Trial ChamberWalking in rustling grass · Lv 39–42
  • Victory Road (4f Middle Room)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 39–42
  • Victory Road (unknown area 53)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 37–40
  • Victory Road (unknown area 54)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 37–40
  • Victory Road (unknown area 55)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 37–40
  • Victory Road (unknown area 57)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 37–40
  • Victory Road (unknown area 58)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 37–40
  • Victory Road (unknown area 59)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 37–40
  • Victory Road (unknown area 60)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 37–40
  • Victory Road (unknown area 61)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 37–40
  • Victory Road (unknown area 62)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 39–42
  • Victory Road (unknown area 63)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 39–42
  • Victory Road (unknown area 64)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 39–42
  • Victory Road (unknown area 65)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 39–42
  • Victory Road (unknown area 66)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 39–42
Black 20 areas
  • Challengers Cave (1F)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 47–50
  • Challengers Cave (B1F)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 47–50
  • Challengers Cave (B2F)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 47–50
  • Giant ChasmWalking in dust clouds · Lv 47–50
  • Giant Chasm (forest cave)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 57–60
  • Trial ChamberWalking in rustling grass · Lv 39–42
  • Victory Road (4f Middle Room)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 39–42
  • Victory Road (unknown area 53)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 37–40
  • Victory Road (unknown area 54)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 37–40
  • Victory Road (unknown area 55)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 37–40
  • Victory Road (unknown area 57)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 37–40
  • Victory Road (unknown area 58)Walking in dust clouds · Lv 37–40
  • Victory Road (unknown area 59)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 37–40
  • Victory Road (unknown area 60)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 37–40
  • Victory Road (unknown area 61)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 37–40
  • Victory Road (unknown area 62)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 39–42
  • Victory Road (unknown area 63)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 39–42
  • Victory Road (unknown area 64)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 39–42
  • Victory Road (unknown area 65)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 39–42
  • Victory Road (unknown area 66)Walking in rustling grass · Lv 39–42