# Steelix - Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Preview Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Steelix in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Preview. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Preview (`championspreview`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Champions |
| **Category** | championspreview |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/championspreview/Steelix)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/championspreview/Steelix
- **Format Overview**: [Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Preview Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/championspreview)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/championspreview](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/championspreview)

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Pikalytics provides the premier competitive Pokemon database, aggregating data from millions of ranked battles on official platforms and Smogon. This report summarizes the current meta-game role and effectiveness of Steelix.

## Common Moves
- **Body Press**: 44.444%
- **Iron Defense**: 29.630%
- **Protect**: 25.926%
- **Heavy Slam**: 11.111%
- **Wide Guard**: 11.111%
- **Earthquake**: 11.111%
- **Curse**: 7.407%
- **Gyro Ball**: 3.704%
- **Bulldoze**: 3.704%
- **Rock Slide**: 3.704%

## Common Abilities
- **Water Bubble**: 25.926%

## Common Items
- **Steelixite**: 59.259%
- **Leftovers**: 3.704%

## Common Teammates
- **Incineroar**: 44.444%
- **Tyranitar**: 37.037%
- **Gengar**: 33.333%
- **Kingambit**: 29.630%
- **Araquanid**: 29.630%
- **Sinistcha**: 22.222%

## FAQ for Steelix in championspreview-1760

### What are the top moves for Steelix?
The most common moves for Steelix are Body Press, Iron Defense, Protect, Heavy Slam. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Steelix?
Steelix is frequently paired with Incineroar, Tyranitar, Gengar, Kingambit. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Steelix?
Tera Type data is not available or not applicable for this format.

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Steelix?
No EV spread or nature data available.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Steelix?
Steelix is most effectively run with the ability **Water Bubble** (25.926%) and the item **Steelixite** (59.259%).

### What is the most common role for Steelix?
Based on common item usage (Steelixite), Steelix often functions as a **tactical** in the championspreview-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Steelix?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 75 |
| Attack | 85 |
| Defense | 200 |
| Sp. Atk | 55 |
| Sp. Def | 65 |
| Speed | 30 |
| **BST** | **510** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Steelix on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/championspreview/Steelix) - Full interactive stats page
- [Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Preview Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/championspreview) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/championspreview) - Build teams with Steelix
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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*Generated by [Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com). For more context on site data and AI usage, see [llms-full.txt](https://www.pikalytics.com/llms-full.txt).*