Accurate Crew & Torpedo amounts for the IXD2

[RSColonel_131st]

Hi Guys

As SH4 is my re-entry into the world of WW2 Naval sims, after years of absence, I did some reading on the topic. What I found was that the Typ IX should have only 10 external torpedo compartments? for a total of 24 carried (not 26 as in game) and crew amount is usually given at about 57, whereas in game it's over 65 last I counted.

Would it be more "realistic" (I know that this is always a subjective debate in a computer game) to drop two external torpedos at base, and maybe remove the permanent repair team, instead filling it as needed from other stations?

I don't really want to try out a total conversion mod yet, like TMO or RFB, but I'm looking for small things to make 1.5 stock a little harder, and a little more rewarding. On the same token, a small mod that removes the "stabilized" 105mm gun sight would also be appreciated.

Thanks people

Helmut

[LukeFF]

From looking at my sources as well, yes, it looks like the IXD2 carries two torpedoes too many by default.

Removing the "full-time" repair team would be a good move too, as the positions would be filled as needed from the regular crew as needed, yes.

[RSColonel_131st]

Thanks Duuuuude ;)

Gotta do that. Weird enough the external model shows 12 torp stores on deck, but sources say they should only be 10. I'd like to see a detailed plastic model somewhere so I can count.

Repair team not "automatic" adds a bit of use to the crew management screen, so definitly more immersive.

I had a look at SH3 yesterday on a friend's system, and that really makes you appreciate the new "watch" feature.

We need to hook up for some MP these days.

later

Helmut

[LukeFF]

We need to hook up for some MP these days.

Yeah, yeah. I know... If I can ever get away from tweaking RFB. :D