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Originally Posted by TorpX
Also, the Fido's, at least, were much smaller, less powerful, and slow. (The reason for this is a powerful motor would make too much noise and prevent the torpedo from "listening".) So, there would be some hope of surviving a hit.
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Their maximum speed was around 12 knots, so in theory a u-boat could out run a Fido on the surface. Unfortunately for the u-boat men they didn't know of Fido's existence, so crash diving was the preferred option. The Allies officially called Fido the Mark 24 Mine to cover up the fact it was an acoustic torpedo.
This sounds like a great addition to the game, well done Rubini  .
Nemo
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