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Old 04-05-18, 08:27 AM   #1
Niume
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Default The most efficient underwater speed?

Whats the most efficient speed while using electric engines underwater?
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Old 04-05-18, 08:53 AM   #2
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In my opinion, one can not say exactly which speed is most effective,
it depends on the transition to be done underwater

I usually use ahead one third
For example type IXc, underwater range is 75 nmi with speed 4 knots,as we know
Type VII 80 nmi with the same speed

To intercept a target or avoid a destroyer attack is another

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Old 04-05-18, 02:28 PM   #3
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The h.sie patch makes 1/3 speed your best bet. You can’t use the periscope over this speed due to vibrations.
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Old 04-05-18, 07:08 PM   #4
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Originally Posted by bstanko6 View Post
The h.sie patch makes 1/3 speed your best bet. You can’t use the periscope over this speed due to vibrations.
1/3 speed, with h.sie patch is 3/4 knots and one can use the periscope. It is also the best speed/range ratio (speed) one can have in the game. Ahead standard is over that - 6 kn, and so, the periscope vibrates.
If the question is about maximum range underwater, ahead slow is the one.
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