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Originally Posted by xrvjorn
In earlier threads, there's a consensus that a realistic snorkel speed would be about 7 knots and that you couldn't go flat out with the periscope up either.
What's a realistic max speed for a raised periscope?
The type XXI has a sturdier looking snorkel than the VII and IX. Could it withstand higher speeds?
It's a bummer that we can't put snorkels on the type IIs. It's got the perfect size for sneaking into British ports!
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I recently read that the "Snort" boats (Type VIIC), sailing from Norway (after D-Day) would remain submerged, and raise the Snorkel 4 hours out of every 24, to recharge batteries, air, etc. It would take 2 weeks to travel to their stations in the Channel, a couple of days on station, then 2 weeks return voyage. The max speed for a raised Snorkel was 5 knots.