Iron Pickaxe in Minecraft
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To craft Iron Pickaxe, combine 3 Iron Ingot and 2 Stick in a crafting table.
- Type
- Tool / gear
- Stack size
- Does not stack
- Craftable
- Yes
- Durability
- 250
How to craft Iron Pickaxe
You need a crafting table for this recipe. Place the ingredients exactly as shown.
| Iron Ingot | Iron Ingot | Iron Ingot |
| Stick | ||
| Stick |
Durability and repair
Iron Pickaxe has 250 durability — that is how many uses it lasts before it breaks. You can repair it on an anvil with Iron Ingot. The Unbreaking and Mending enchantments make it last much longer.
Best enchantments for Iron Pickaxe
Iron Pickaxe can take these enchantments: Curse of Vanishing, Efficiency, Fortune, Mending, Silk Touch, Unbreaking.
Data for Minecraft Java Edition 26.1, based on the open minecraft-data project. Some details can differ in Bedrock Edition. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.
Frequently asked questions
How do you craft Iron Pickaxe in Minecraft?
Combine 3 Iron Ingot and 2 Stick in a crafting table.
How much durability does Iron Pickaxe have?
Iron Pickaxe has 250 durability in Java Edition.
What enchantments can go on Iron Pickaxe?
6 enchantments, including Curse of Vanishing, Efficiency, Fortune and Mending.