Dragonite vs Heatran: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Heatran is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Dragonite wins 2 stats, Heatran wins 3 stats, 1 tied.
Dragonite attacking Heatran
Not very effective
Heatran attacking Dragonite
Normal effectiveness
Physical Attributes
| Dragonite | Heatran | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 2.2m | 1.7m |
| Weight | 210.0kg | 430.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Heatran is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Heatran wins 3 of 6 individual stats (vs 2).
- Heatran hits Dragonite for 1x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Dragonite is ranked #26 (on 5.2% of teams), Heatran is outside the usage rankings.
Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.
Dragonite vs Heatran — FAQ
Is Dragonite better than Heatran?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Heatran is the better overall pick. Heatran wins 3 of 6 individual stats (vs 2); Heatran hits Dragonite for 1x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
Who would win a battle, Dragonite or Heatran?
Heatran has the type advantage — it deals 1x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Dragonite is faster (80 vs 77 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Dragonite or Heatran have better stats?
They tie on base stat total at 600. Dragonite wins 2 individual stats, Heatran wins 3. Heatran is bulkier, while Dragonite hits harder.