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Originally Posted by Dr.Sid
On the other hand it's pretty simple to do. I'll ignore it for the moment, but one day I would like to try to dock a sub 
It's also goot do hear about SPM on sub, since DW ignores this. Any idea how strong it is ? In 'Submarine' you can read that it can be used as only propulsion in case of main system malfunction. I guess it's electric feed, independent of main screw turbine, right ? |
That is correct, it is an electric motor. It is on a hydraulic ram in ballast tank 5b I believe. It can be raised/lowered in a minute or so and has a simple on/off switch. You have a limited range of motion by rotating it. We called it 'The Outboard" and that is the actual nomenclature used to direct it usage.
It is a NOISY little devil and could be used if needed to provide some propulsion if the main propulsion train is down. Your max speed would only be 3 or so knots on a good day with no current.