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Old 04-08-19, 07:30 PM   #7
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Originally Posted by Elphaba View Post
Just FYI, and btw this is incredible that it's modelled, but if you run on the surface at Full (flank) speed but with the forward and aft ballast tanks full, and the negative tank empty (yes it can be done and helps down down REALLY quickly without blowing through your attack periscope (AP) depth) then your speed is decreased from 17.7 to 13.
I can confirm, and will also add that running with full ballasts is also great when engaging on surface for two reasons:

- The submarine will be a lot more stable, this helps a ton with the deck gun hitting percentage (easier to aim).

- You are lower on the water (smaller target)
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