Drilbur 8 / 12 Pokemon Card from McDonald's Collection 2012 Set
Drilbur is a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with 70 HP. It is part of the McDonald's Collection 2012 set and was illustrated by match. The flavor text notes that…
Set: McDonald's Collection 2012
Number: 8/12
Set
About the Drilbur Pokémon Card
Drilbur is a Fighting-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the McDonald's Collection 2012 set, part of the Other series. It carries the collector number 8/12. The McDonald's Collection 2012 set was released on June 15, 2012.
The card includes the flavor text: “It can dig through the ground at a speed of 30 mph. It could give a car running aboveground a good race.”.
Drilbur Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Drilbur
Card number: 8/12
Set: McDonald's Collection 2012
Series: Other
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Fighting
HP: 70
Artist: match
Release date: June 15, 2012
National Pokédex number: 529
Why Collect the Drilbur Pokémon Card?
Drilbur is most often collected as part of a complete McDonald's Collection 2012 set rather than as a standalone chase card.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Drilbur Pokémon Card
Drilbur was illustrated by match.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Drilbur Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Drilbur is about $4.85. Recent listings range from roughly
.90 (low) to
33 (high), with a mid-point near $4.80. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the McDonald's Collection 2012 set has a median card value near $9.07 and an average near $8.55, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +24% over the last 7 days and +26% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the McDonald's Collection 2012 set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Drilbur Pokémon Card
Whether Drilbur is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 8 copies of this card, of which 0 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 0.0%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
Other Printings of Drilbur
Drilbur appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Black Bolt 124 (around $6.93), Dark Explorers 55 (around $6.84) and Emerging Powers 55 (around
.13).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Drilbur Pokémon Card
The Drilbur pokémon card is from the McDonald's Collection 2012 set (Other series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the McDonald's Collection 2012 set. Its current aggregated market price is about $4.85; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Drilbur card from?
Drilbur is from the McDonald's Collection 2012 set (Other series), numbered 8/12.
How much is the Drilbur 8/12 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $4.85, within a recent range of roughly
.90 to
33. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Drilbur card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 8 copies so far, with about 0.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Drilbur?
PSA has graded 8 copies, of which 0 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 0.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
When was the McDonald's Collection 2012 set released?
The McDonald's Collection 2012 set was released on June 15, 2012.
Are there other printings of Drilbur?
Yes. Drilbur appears on 17 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
