#0529 · Gen 5 · 328 BST
Drilbur
An early-evolution Ground-type Pokémon from Generation 5 with solid 85 base Attack. Common ability: Sand Rush.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
135/94/54/45/58/79
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
167/150/101/90/106/132
Abilities
Boosts the Pokémon's Speed stat in a sandstorm.
Moves can be used on the target regardless of its Abilities.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Takes 0× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Drilbur
Drilbur is a Ground/None-type Pokémon from Generation 5 with a Base Stat Total of 328. An early-evolution Ground-type Pokémon from Generation 5 with solid 85 base Attack. Common ability: Sand Rush.
Best stat: Attack (85 base)
Drilbur's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 85 base Attack and 68 base Speed, the standard offensive set will invest 252 EVs into Attack and 252 into Speed — though its low Speed often warrants Trick Room support instead.
Abilities
- Sand Rush
- Sand Force
- Mold Breaker
How to use Drilbur competitively
Open the damage calculator with Drilbur selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Drilbur appears in the species dropdown. Drop Drilbur into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0529 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 5 |
| Type | Ground / None |
| Abilities | Sand Rush, Sand Force, Mold Breaker |
| Base Stat Total | 328 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 60 / 85 / 40 / 30 / 45 / 68 |