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Originally Posted by Col Frost
I'm considering attacking a convoy in Oct 43, but I'm concerned that the escorts (one has forward firing depthcharges-hedgehog?) will make mincemeat of me.
Is there any chance of getting away with it and how can I survive?
I'm in a type IXB in over 1000m .
Any tips gratefully received.
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Well, that's what you're there for. Be more aggressive!
Seriously, though, make sure you place yourself in a good position in front of the convoy without being seen. Then go to silent running and allow the convoy to overtake you. Minimize your periscope sweeps. After you're inside the escort screen, take your shots, then make a turn, and go deep and silent in the confusion. If you're good, then they'll never know where you are and their ash cans will fall nowhere near you.
Now if that doesn't work, then use evasive tactics. Study section IV in the Uboat Commander's Handbook. As soon as they pass overhead and drop on you, then go to flank, turn left or right, and immediately change depths (don't forget you can also go up). Cut back to silent after about 20 seconds. Keep it up until you shake them.