1. Normally I creep along in out subs at 2 kts or less when coming near a convoy. The I fire off this torpedo that is doing 30 kts of better. Can't the destroyers hear this? Wouldn't they be able to track this and warn the convoy so some attempt of escape is made?
2. How does a torpedo react if set to magnetic when the shot is nearly at 90 degrees of the ship and I am not attempting a below the keel shot? If the magnetic setting was not in place, then the impact setting should explode the torpedo when it strikes the ship. However, if the magnetic setting is set, would that that when impact the timing of the torpedo's detonation? Would it be a distance away from the ship? Would this cause less damage then the impact setting since it is not below the keel?
3. When I am in base, I can set up my torpedoes as I want them. Can I change the order that the extra internal torpedoes are placed in the tubes or is the placement automatic. I know I can decide the order that the external torps are place in the sub.
4. What is the depth that torpedoes can be fired? Is it dependent on the sub or torpedo? If so can you list out the depths for each. Also, is there anything else I need to take into consideration when firing from deeper then periscope depth?
5. Acoustic Homing Torpedoes - Is there any want to set them so that they run a certain distance before the homing system starts? I'd like to see if I can shot from outside the convoy, from a distance , but have the torpedo run straight to near the center of the convoy with the juicier ships normally sail. The as it gets in there the homing setting can kick in. If not, what do you suggest as a tactic to use the homing torp against the center ships?
Thanks,
BP
