gurdurr
Generation V · #0533 — Muscular Pokémon
Gurdurr, known as the Muscular Pokémon, is a Fighting-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V that represents the intermediate stage of evolution in the Timburr evolutionary line. With a National Pokédex number of #533, Gurdurr stands at 1.2 meters in height and weighs 40.0 kilograms, making it a compact yet incredibly dense Pokémon. The species possesses a base stat total of 405, with its most notable strength being its Attack stat of 105, which immediately establishes it as a capable physical attacker. Gurdurr's defining characteristic is its unwavering dedication to physical conditioning and its iconic steel I-beam, which it carries as both a training tool and a symbol of its muscular prowess. The Pokédex reveals that Gurdurr is so powerfully built that even a group of professional wrestlers could not move it an inch, emphasizing the remarkable density and structural integrity of its frame.
Base Stats
Height
1.2m
Weight
40.0kg
Category
Muscular Pokémon
Gender
Male 75% / Female 25%
Color
gray
Shape
humanoid
Abilities
Increases Attack to 1.5× with a major status ailment.
Strengthens moves with extra effects to 1.3× their power, but prevents their extra effects.
Strengthens punch-based moves to 1.2× their power.
Gurdurr Biology & Physical Characteristics
Gurdurr exhibits a distinctly humanoid bipedal form with striking physical characteristics that emphasize its muscular nature. The Pokémon's body is predominantly gray with a large, round dark-red nose that dominates its face, giving it a distinctive appearance among Fighting-type Pokémon. Its most visually prominent features are the bulbous protrusions resembling curled hair on its head and the violet bulges patterning its massive arms, thighs, and chest that mimic the appearance of swelling veins typical of heavily developed musculature. These violet bands also adorn its shoulders, creating a cohesive design that reinforces its identity as a powerhouse. Gurdurr possesses an hourglass-shaped body structure, and it typically carries a large steel I-beam girder in its muscular arms. This steel frame serves as both a training implement and a display of achievement, as Gurdurr uses it to strengthen its body further while showcasing its physical superiority to other members of its species, including the more well-known Machoke.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Gurdurr Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Gurdurr exhibits a gender ratio of 75% male to 25% female, a distribution that skews heavily toward males and reflects the species' association with physical labor and strength-based competition, traditionally masculine-coded roles within human culture. The species belongs to the Human-Like Egg Group, which positions it alongside other humanoid Pokémon and allows for specific breeding combinations within the competitive metagame. Gurdurr has a base friendship value of 70, indicating a moderate level of affection that can be developed through regular interaction and care from its trainer, making it a reasonably responsive and appreciative partner in battle and exploration. With a hatch counter of 20 cycles and a medium-slow growth rate, breeding Gurdurr requires patience and dedication, though the investment can be rewarding for trainers seeking competitive specimens with optimal natures and individual values. The gender skew toward males creates natural rarity for female Gurdurr, potentially making them more valuable for collectors and those pursuing specific breeding chains that require female specimens with particular abilities or moves.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm00
sword shield
tm01
yellow
tm01
gold silver
tm01
crystal
tm01
red blue
tm01
platinum
tm01
emerald
tm01
diamond pearl
tm01
firered leafgreen
tm01
ruby sapphire
tm01
xd
tm01
colosseum
tm01
heartgold soulsilver
tm01
ultra sun ultra moon
tm01
sun moon
tm01
blue japan
tm01
red green japan
tm01
sword shield
tm02
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm03
crystal
+621 more TMs/HMs
gurdurr's Evolution Chain
Gurdurr Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Gurdurr occupies a crucial position as the intermediate evolution in the three-stage Timburr evolutionary line, representing the bridge between the novice Timburr and the powerhouse Conkeldurr. The evolution from Timburr to Gurdurr occurs at level 25, marking a significant growth period during which the Pokémon's Attack stat increases from 80 to a commanding 105, while its HP remains stable at 85 and its defense values remain relatively consistent. The subsequent evolution from Gurdurr to Conkeldurr requires a trade, which serves as a traditional gating mechanism that encourages player interaction and community engagement. This trade evolution is thematically fitting, as it suggests that Gurdurr requires the bond of being traded between trainers to achieve its final, ultimate form. The evolutionary progression clearly demonstrates a linear increase in combat capability, with Conkeldurr representing the apex of this Fighting-type line's potential, sporting a base Attack stat of 140 and gaining additional bulk across its defenses.
Where to Find
twist mountain
unova
+19 more
pinwheel forest
unova
+9 more
relic passage
unova
+5 more
unova victory road 2
unova
+25 more
kalos victory road
kalos
+21 more
kalos route 18
kalos
+5 more
Gurdurr Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Gurdurr demonstrates fascinating social behavior centered around physical competition and status display within its communities. The species is known to gather near construction sites where it can exercise its immense strength, though unlike its pre-evolution Timburr, Gurdurr excels at demolition rather than construction work. Gurdurr shows off its impressive muscles to other Gurdurr and to Machoke, engaging in what appears to be a competitive hierarchy based on physical prowess. However, if an individual Gurdurr fails to measure up to others in the group, it will lay low for a period of time, suggesting a complex social structure built on strength and achievement. The Pokédex entries indicate that Gurdurr skillfully wields its steel beam to take down buildings, demonstrating that despite its impressive strength, the species possesses considerable technical skill and finesse in how it applies its power. This combination of raw strength and practiced technique makes Gurdurr a formidable presence at any construction or demolition site where it resides.
Pokedex Entries
This Pokémon is so muscular and strongly built that even a group of wrestlers could not make it budge an inch.
With strengthened bodies, they skillfully wield steel beams to take down buildings.
They strengthen their bodies by carrying steel beams. They show off their big muscles to their friends.
With strengthened bodies, they skillfully wield steel beams to take down buildings.
This Pokémon is so muscular and strongly built that even a group of wrestlers could not make it budge an inch.
With strengthened bodies, they skillfully wield steel beams to take down buildings.
This Pokémon is so muscular and strongly built that even a group of wrestlers could not make it budge an inch.
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 Name Origin & Design Inspiration
Gurdurr's name is derived from the Japanese name Dotekkotsu, which combines elements that reflect its nature as a muscular construction worker Pokémon. The English name appears to combine onomatopoeia suggesting strength and bulk with the concept of durability and construction, creating a name that effectively conveys the Pokémon's character at a glance. The design itself draws obvious inspiration from human construction workers and bodybuilders, emphasizing exaggerated musculature and the iconic steel I-beam that serves as both a visual anchor and a functional tool within its design philosophy. The purple vein-like markings covering its body directly reference the appearance of heavily muscled human athletes, while the round red nose provides a distinctive personality element that prevents the design from becoming overly serious or intimidating. The hourglass body shape is a deliberate design choice that creates visual balance between its upper and lower body, establishing a silhouette that is immediately recognizable and memorable among the extensive roster of Fighting-type Pokémon.
Learnable Moves
Gurdurr can learn 77 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| bide | normal | Physical | — | — | 10 |
| block | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| brutal swing | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| bulk up | fighting | Status | — | — | 20 |
| chip away | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| close combat | fighting | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 |
| coaching | fighting | Status | — | — | 10 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| counter | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| curse | ghost | Status | — | — | 10 |
| defog | flying | Status | — | — | 15 |
| detect | fighting | Status | — | — | 5 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| drain punch | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| dynamic punch | fighting | Physical | 100 | 50 | 5 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fire punch | fire | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| focus blast | fighting | Special | 120 | 70 | 5 |
| focus energy | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| focus punch | fighting | Physical | 150 | 100 | 20 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| grass knot | grass | Special | — | 100 | 20 |
| hammer arm | fighting | Physical | 100 | 90 | 10 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| high horsepower | ground | Physical | 95 | 95 | 10 |
| ice punch | ice | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| knock off | dark | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| leer | normal | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| low kick | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| low sweep | fighting | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| mach punch | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| mega kick | normal | Physical | 120 | 75 | 5 |
| mega punch | normal | Physical | 80 | 85 | 20 |
| payback | dark | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| poison jab | poison | Physical | 80 | 100 | 20 |
| pound | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| power up punch | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| retaliate | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| revenge | fighting | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 |
| reversal | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| rock slide | rock | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| rock throw | rock | Physical | 50 | 90 | 15 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| slam | normal | Physical | 80 | 75 | 20 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| smack down | rock | Physical | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| stone edge | rock | Physical | 100 | 80 | 5 |
| strength | normal | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| superpower | fighting | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| taunt | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| thunder punch | electric | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| wake up slap | fighting | Physical | 70 | 100 | 10 |
| wide guard | rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
| work up | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
Gurdurr Competitive Battle Guide
Gurdurr occupies a respectable niche in competitive Pokémon battles, leveraging its exceptional Attack stat of 105 to deal significant damage with physical moves despite its moderate Speed of just 40. The species has access to three distinct abilities that significantly alter its competitive viability: Guts, which multiplies its already impressive Attack by 1.5× when affected by a major status ailment, making it a powerful sweeper when paired with defensive utility; Sheer Force, which increases the power of moves with secondary effects to 1.3× their normal power while removing those additional effects, allowing for consistent damage output; and its hidden ability Iron Fist, which strengthens punch-based moves by 1.2×, enhancing the effectiveness of moves like Ice Punch, Fire Punch, and Drain Punch. In competitive play, Gurdurr's movepool supports a physical attacker archetype, though its low Special Attack of 40 and Special Defense of 50 mean it struggles against special attackers and should avoid switching into special moves. With base defenses of 85 HP and 85 Defense, Gurdurr possesses moderate bulk that allows it to survive most neutral physical attacks, though its poor Speed necessitates either a Choice Scarf investment or predefined team support to function effectively in faster-paced competitive formats.
Commonly Asked Questions About Gurdurr
What type is Gurdurr?
Gurdurr is a fighting type Pokemon.
What does Gurdurr evolve into?
Gurdurr evolves into conkeldurr.
What are Gurdurr's weaknesses?
Gurdurr is weak to flying, psychic and fairy type moves.
Where can I find Gurdurr?
Gurdurr can be found in twist mountain (unova), pinwheel forest (unova) and relic passage (unova) and 3 other locations.
Gurdurr Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Gurdurr has established itself as a memorable and well-regarded Pokémon within the franchise, appearing in various media beyond the main games and resonating with fans who appreciate its unique design philosophy and earnest characterization. The species has been featured in the Pokémon animated series and appears as a major character in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity, where it plays a significant role in the narrative surrounding the construction of Pokémon Paradise. Gurdurr's representation as a hardworking, strength-focused Pokémon with a surprisingly competitive and socially aware personality has made it appealing to players who value character depth alongside combat effectiveness. The species also benefits from the broader appeal of Fighting-type Pokémon, which have consistently maintained strong popularity since the franchise's inception. Within trading card game representations and merchandise, Gurdurr has received reasonable support, allowing fans to engage with the species across multiple platforms and formats while building a connection to this particular stage of the Timburr line's evolutionary journey.
Where to Find Gurdurr in Every Pokémon Game
Gurdurr can be obtained through multiple pathways across various Pokémon generations, with the most straightforward method being the capture of Timburr in accessible early-game locations and subsequent leveling to level 25 to trigger evolution. The species appears in numerous Pokédex entries across different regional games, with specific locations varying by generation and version. In Pokémon Black and White, Gurdurr is listed as a regional Pokédex entry #0039, while in Black 2 and White 2 it becomes entry #0074, indicating its availability throughout these connected generational releases. Later generations maintain accessibility, with Gurdurr appearing in X and Y as Mountain Kalos entry #0094, in Sword and Shield with entry #0172, in The Crown Tundra DLC as entry #0058, and in The Teal Mask DLC as entry #0086. Gurdurr has a capture rate of 90 out of 255, meaning it is moderately easy to catch in the wild when encountered, and its base experience yield of 142 makes it a reasonable training partner for intermediate-level Pokémon teams. The availability of Gurdurr across so many generations reflects its status as a valuable and appreciated member of the Fighting-type roster, ensuring that most players have multiple opportunities to incorporate this Muscular Pokémon into their teams.