Excadrill
Excadrill is a Ground/Steel type Pokémon introduced in Generation 5.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0530 |
|---|---|
| Type | Ground Steel |
| Species | Subterrene Pokémon |
| Height | 0.7 m (2′04″) |
| Weight | 40.4 kg (89.1 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Sand Rush 2. Sand Force Mold Breaker (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0036 (Black/White) 0077 (Black 2/White 2) 0167 (Sword/Shield) 0121 (Legends: Z-A) 0100 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Attack |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 60 (7.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 178 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Field |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 110 | 330 | 424 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 135 | 247 | 405 | |
| Defense | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Sp. Atk | 50 | 94 | 218 | |
| Sp. Def | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
| Speed | 88 | 162 | 302 | |
| Total | 508 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0530 |
|---|---|
| Type | Ground Steel |
| Species | — |
| Height | — |
| Weight | — |
| Abilities | — |
| Local № | 0036 (Black/White) 0077 (Black 2/White 2) 0167 (Sword/Shield) 0121 (Legends: Z-A) 0100 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | — |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | — |
| Base Friendship | — |
| Base Exp. | — |
| Growth Rate | — |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | — |
|---|---|
| Gender | — |
| Egg cycles | — |
Base stats
| HP | 110 | 330 | 424 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 165 | 301 | 471 | |
| Defense | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
| Sp. Atk | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
| Sp. Def | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
| Speed | 103 | 189 | 335 | |
| Total | 608 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
Excadrill changes
- In Generations 5-7, Excadrill has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Black | It can help in tunnel construction. Its drill has evolved into steel strong enough to bore through iron plates. |
|---|---|
| White | More than 300 feet below the surface, they build mazelike nests. Their activity can be destructive to subway tunnels. |
| Black 2 White 2 |
Forming a drill with its steel claws and head, it can bore through a steel plate, no matter how thick it is. |
| X Omega Ruby |
It can help in tunnel construction. Its drill has evolved into steel strong enough to bore through iron plates. |
| Y Alpha Sapphire |
More than 300 feet below the surface, they build mazelike nests. Their activity can be destructive to subway tunnels. |
| Sword | It’s not uncommon for tunnels that appear to have formed naturally to actually be a result of Excadrill’s rampant digging. |
| Shield | Known as the Drill King, this Pokémon can tunnel through the terrain at speeds of over 90 mph. |
Moves learned by Excadrill
Moves learnt by level up
Excadrill learns the following moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leer | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Mud Shot | Ground | 55 | 95 | |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 7 | Metal Claw | Steel | 50 | 95 | |
| 13 | Sand Tomb | Ground | 35 | 85 | |
| 16 | Rock Blast | Rock | 25 | 90 | |
| 18 | Bulldoze | Ground | 60 | 100 | |
| 24 | Slash | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 26 | X-Scissor | Bug | 80 | 100 | |
| 28 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | |
| 32 | Rock Slide | Rock | 75 | 90 | |
| 36 | Swords Dance | Normal | — | — | |
| 40 | Drill Run | Ground | 80 | 95 | |
| 46 | Earthquake | Ground | 100 | 100 | |
| 50 | Megahorn | Bug | 120 | 85 |
Egg moves
Excadrill does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Move Tutor moves
Excadrill can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Legends: Z-A from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metal Sound | Steel | — | 85 |
Moves learnt by TM
Excadrill is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Legends: Z-A:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 | Rock Smash | Fighting | 40 | 100 | |
| 10 | Brick Break | Fighting | 75 | 100 | |
| 17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 35 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 36 | Rock Tomb | Rock | 60 | 95 | |
| 37 | Stealth Rock | Rock | — | — | |
| 44 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 47 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 52 | Earth Power | Ground | 90 | 100 | |
| 53 | Sludge Bomb | Poison | 90 | 100 | |
| 55 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 56 | Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
| 58 | Iron Head | Steel | 80 | 100 | |
| 77 | Poison Jab | Poison | 80 | 100 | |
| 80 | Iron Defense | Steel | — | — | |
| 85 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 102 | Focus Blast | Fighting | 120 | 70 |
Moves learnt by level up
Excadrill learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hone Claws | Dark | — | — | |
| 1 | Mud-Slap | Ground | 20 | 100 | |
| 1 | Rapid Spin | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
| 1 | Scratch | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 12 | Fury Swipes | Normal | 18 | 80 | |
| 16 | Metal Claw | Steel | 50 | 95 | |
| 20 | Sandstorm | Rock | — | — | |
| 24 | Crush Claw | Normal | 75 | 95 | |
| 28 | Rock Slide | Rock | 75 | 90 | |
| 34 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | |
| 40 | Swords Dance | Normal | — | — | |
| 46 | Drill Run | Ground | 80 | 95 | |
| 52 | Earthquake | Ground | 100 | 100 | |
| 58 | Fissure | Ground | — | 30 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Excadrill learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet (regardless of level).
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horn Drill | Normal | — | 30 |
Egg moves
Excadrill does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Moves learnt by TM
Excadrill is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
Excadrill sprites
Where to find Excadrill
| Black White |
Giant Chasm, Challenger's Cave, Victory Road |
|---|---|
| Black 2 White 2 |
Giant Chasm, Wellspring Cave, Twist Mountain, Victory Road, Clay Tunnel, Reversal Mountain, Seaside Cave, Underground Ruins |
| X Y |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Mirage Spots |
| Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Giant's Mirror, Lake of Outrage |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Excadrill questions
- What is a good moveset for Excadrill?
- Why don't Excadrill movesets include a Grass/Flying type move to counter weaknesses?
- Please Explain EV training
- Does missing count as an attack failing?
- Is Excadrill or Krookodile better for a BW playthrough?
- Excadrill or Flygon for B2?
- Golurk, Excadrill or Mamoswine in Sword nuzlocke?
- Mold breaker excadrill?
- Should I use Swords Dance or Hone Claws on Excadrill for my Black 2 in-game team?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
| English | Excadrill |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ドリュウズ (Doryuzu) |
| German | Stalobor |
| French | Minotaupe |
| Italian | Excadrill |
| Spanish | Excadrill |
| Korean | 몰드류 (moldeuryu) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 龙头地鼠 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 龍頭地鼠 |
| English |
Subterrene Pokémon Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ちていポケモン |
| German | Untergrund-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Souterrain |
| Italian | Pokémon Sottoterra |
| Spanish | Pokémon Subterráneo |
| Korean | 땅밑포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 地底宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 地底寶可夢 |
Name origin
- excavate
- make a hole or pit
- drill
- device for making holes


