Mid-stage Pokemon like Gurdurr rarely see competitive play outside of special formats. It's a waypoint on the road to Conkeldurr, which is where the real potential kicks in. Only weak to Flying, Psychic, and Fairy. Known as the Muscular Pokemon.
Nothing fancy in Gurdurr's spread. It leans physical with Attack out front. And you'll get 2 Attack EVs per KO for it. Follows a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
It shows off its muscles to Machoke and other Gurdurr. If it fails to measure up to the other Pokémon, it lies low for a little while.
Gurdurr excels at demolition—construction is not its forte. In any case, there’s skill in the way this Pokémon wields its metal beam.
Gurdurr Weakness
AvgFlying, Psychic, and Fairy-type moves hit Gurdurr for super-effective damage. Gurdurr's physical bulk (base 85 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
Gurdurr connects Timburr to Conkeldurr in this chain. At least one evolution here needs a trade. So far, Defense got the biggest boost (+30 from Timburr). The final form adds another 100 stats on top.
How to Evolve
Breed with Gurdurr to get Timburr eggs easily using 70 partners from the Humanshape egg group.
Eviolite turns Gurdurr into a wall that rivals fully evolved options. Guts and Adamant nature stack with max HP and Attack EVs to create a surprisingly tough defensive core.
Best Build
Best Gurdurr Moveset
- Knock Off
- Drain Punch
- Mach Punch
- Defog
Recommended Teammates
The level-up pool is slim, so TMs matter here. Gurdurr's coverage across 9 types all comes from technical machines, built on top of Focus Punch and Superpower for same-type damage. Dynamic Punch and Hammer Arm are the payoff moves.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Without breeding, Gurdurr misses out on Counter and Defog. That's 6 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Focus Punch and Superpower, with coverage across 9 types rounding things out.
Without breeding, Gurdurr misses out on Comet Punch and Counter. That's 12 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Focus Punch and Superpower, with coverage across 9 types rounding things out.
Without breeding, Gurdurr misses out on Comet Punch and Counter. That's 11 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Focus Punch and Superpower, with Normal and Rock coverage and more rounding things out.
Gurdurr can't be caught in Scarlet & Violet. Transfer Timburr from Black, Black 2, or Sword and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Gurdurr in Scarlet & Violet
Step 1Obtain TimburrAlso found in:
Step 2Gurdurr ✓
Gurdurr starts showing up in mid-game routes at high spawn rates across 12 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Gurdurr in Sword & Shield
Timburr is your first catch on the way to Gurdurr. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 11-65 across 16 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch TimburrEFFORTLESSGalar MineSwordGrassLv.11-1530%EarlyCaveAll WeatherEASYGalar MineSwordOverworldLv.11-1425%EarlyCaveAll WeatherMODERATEGalar MineShieldOverworldLv.11-145%EarlyCaveAll WeatherCHALLENGINGGalar MineShieldGrassLv.11-155%EarlyCaveAll Weather
Step 2Gurdurr ✓EFFORTLESSStony WildernessSwordGrassLv.27-2940%MidNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSStony WildernessSwordGrassLv.26-2830%MidThunderstormEFFORTLESSStony WildernessSwordGrassLv.26-2830%MidIntense SunMODERATEStony WildernessSwordGrassLv.26-2810%MidSnowingEASYRoute 8SwordOverworldLv.39-4125%LateRouteAll WeatherMODERATERoute 8ShieldOverworldLv.39-4110%LateRouteAll WeatherMODERATEDusty BowlShieldGrassLv.40-4510%LateSnowingMODERATEDusty BowlSwordGrassLv.40-4510%LateSnowingMODERATEGiant's BedShieldOverworldLv.60-6510%PostNormal WeatherMODERATEGiant's BedSwordOverworldLv.60-6510%PostNormal WeatherMODERATEGiant's FootSwordOverworldLv.60-6510%PostNormal WeatherMODERATEGiant's FootShieldOverworldLv.60-6510%PostNormal Weatheror evolve from Timburr (Step 1)
Gurdurr can't be caught in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Transfer Timburr from Black, Black 2, or Sword and evolve through the 2-stage line to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
How to Obtain Gurdurr in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Step 1Obtain TimburrAlso found in:
Step 2Gurdurr ✓
Gurdurr isn't available in the wild in Sun & Moon. Start by transferring Timburr from Black, Black 2, or Sword. The evolution path from Timburr to Gurdurr is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Gurdurr in Sun & Moon
- Step 1Obtain Timburr
Also found in:
- Step 2Gurdurr ✓
At 405 BST, Gurdurr is firmly in pre-evolution territory. Evolve it into Conkeldurr before bringing it to any serious fight.
Timburr evolves into Gurdurr at level 25. Gurdurr evolves into Conkeldurr by trading. Gurdurr is a middle-stage evolution in the Timburr line.
Gurdurr gets Sheer Force, Guts, and Iron Fist. But Sheer Force is the one that matters — it's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that.
Gurdurr is leaning toward the physical side (base 105 Attack). Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. But the speed tells the real story — base 40 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. Fits the attacker role.
Gurdurr appears in 8 games, including Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, and X & Y.
Since Black & White, Gurdurr has been obtainable in 8 games. A Generation 5 debut means a shorter history, but Gurdurr has appeared steadily across every generation since.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBWDebut
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A