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Originally Posted by robbo180265
I haven't really done harbour raids but I can see the attraction.trying to beat all the Uber defences. I say each to his own on this one, I know it's suicidal but one day I might just try it  |
You'd be surprised at just how hard it is.
I've raided harbors in every boat in the game (including IXD/2 and XXI).
I can honestly say that in terms of raiding harbors, the 4 classes are ranked like this (best to worst):
1. VII
2. II
3. IX
4. XXI
Now, let me make this perfectly clear. Neither the IX or the XXI should be the first choice for a harbor raid. The IX handles like a bus on a Formula 1 circuit, and the XXI is just too damned big. Seriously, this thing is so big that it's not even worth it to raid a harbor in anything but calm seas...because you'll constantly slam into the bottom if you go in at periscope depth during even a light storm. Plus, the XXI does not have the life-saving rear torpedo tube that the IX and VII have.
The Type II is hampered by horrid battery life, but it can maneuver incredibly well underwater. Unfortunately, sneaking in and out is a major problem. And at only 6 torps, you have to be VERY precise in your shots. You must also choose between saving 1 torp for defense on your way out (since the minute you start sinking ships, the defenses will be onto you) or fire them all. As for me, I'm currently trying for a 100k ton harbor raid in a Type II. THAT is hard.
If you're looking for the last challenge from SHIII before you head towards SHIV, harbor raiding is it.