Also, as opposed to using impact triggers, it is beneficial for magnetic trigger shots to be offsett from the 90 degree angle, as the longer the torpedo is travelling under the hull, the better chance of a detonation.
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"Sieben Tankern schlug die letze Stund,
die U-Falle sank träger.
Zwei Frachter liegen mit auf Grund,
Versenkt vom Paukenschläger."
- Reinhard Hardegen, U-123 |