Heatran
Heatran is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from POP Series 8 (#1). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $4.06 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2008. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Heatran suits collectors working on POP Series 8 who need the Rare slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Heatran from POP Series 8?
Heatran is a Pokémon card in POP Series 8 numbered 1. It dwells in volcanic caves. It digs in with its cross-shaped feet to crawl on ceilings and walls. National Pokédex #485. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Heatran worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $4.06 for Heatran. Low and high spread runs $1.30 to $48.00. Per-finish references: Holofoil: $4.06; Normal: $2.01. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | POP Series 8 |
|---|---|
| Number | 1 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $4.06 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.74 |
| Holofoil | $4.06 |
| Normal | $2.01 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 100 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fire |
| Body Slam | ColorlessColorless 20 Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. |
| Fire Spin | FireFireFireColorless 90 Discard 2 Basic Energy cards attached to Heatran. (If you can't discard cards, this attack does nothing. |
| Weakness | Water +30 |
How collectible is Heatran?
Heatran is listed as Rare in POP Series 8. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Heatran?
Catalog fields: set POP Series 8, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Heatran from POP Series 8 should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Heatran is catalogued as Rare printing in POP Series 8, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $4.06 across finishes (Holofoil: $4.06; Normal: $2.01).
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $4.06 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Heatran worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $4.06 for ungraded Heatran from POP Series 8. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Heatran from?
Heatran is listed in POP Series 8 (POP) as card #1. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Heatran?
Our catalog lists Heatran as Rare in POP Series 8. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Heatran good for collectors or players?
Heatran includes gameplay stats in POP Series 8. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Heatran?
Finish variants of Heatran carry separate market listings. Holofoil: $4.06; Normal: $2.01 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.