External torpedo storage

Max Horton · 06-03-10, 08:53 AM

I'm new to SH3, and using GWX, which I'm finding extremely enjoyable. I have one question, though (possibly dopey) concerning external torpedo storage in Type-IX subs: how do you get torpedoes from the external storage to load into the sub's tubes? I ask because I was on a cruise in a Type-IX, and having expended all of my internal torpedoes, did not seem to be able to replenish my tubes using the externally stored torps. Is this meant to happen automatically, in which case, are there certain criteria to be satisfied for it to occur, or is there some way in which I can manually load?

Thanks.

Weisia · 06-03-10, 09:01 AM

You have to drag the torpedo from the external storage room to the internal storage room (so not directly to the torpedo tubes). When the torpedo has been transported to your internal storage room you are able to load the torpedo to a torpedo tube (again by dragging).

In order to do this you have to have enough crew in the required compartments and silent running turned off.

Thomen · 06-03-10, 09:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Max Horton

I'm new to SH3, and using GWX, which I'm finding extremely enjoyable. I have one question, though (possibly dopey) concerning external torpedo storage in Type-IX subs: how do you get torpedoes from the external storage to load into the sub's tubes? I ask because I was on a cruise in a Type-IX, and having expended all of my internal torpedoes, did not seem to be able to replenish my tubes using the externally stored torps. Is this meant to happen automatically, in which case, are there certain criteria to be satisfied for it to occur, or is there some way in which I can manually load?

Thanks.

Press "I" and drag and drop them into the internal storage area.

EDIT: Don't forget to have crew in the torpedo compartment.

Max Horton · 06-03-10, 09:12 AM

Right, thanks. I hadn't tried that; I had tried to drag direct to the tubes themselves, to no avail. I had to cut a patrol short because of it. Glad to have that resolved - cheers!

Jimbuna · 06-03-10, 09:28 AM

One small point....you also need to be surfaced

maillemaker · 06-03-10, 09:58 AM

Another point:

While you have to drag them from outside reserves into inside reserves, you don't have to drag them from inside reserves into the actual tubes if you have auto-loading turned on.

As was said, you need crew in the appropriate torpedo room or the torpedo won't get moved.

Historically, only steamers were stored outside. The game allows you to store electrics externally.

Steve

sharkbit · 06-03-10, 02:53 PM

Also, a personal option thing is to do it in relatively calm waters, slow speed or stopped. The game will allow it in any weather and at any speed, which I believe is not very realistic. No moving externals at Flank speed(or is that Ludicrous Speed?

) and in gale force winds and high seas!

Be careful where you do it too. If there are airplanes nearby, beware!

06-03-10, 08:53 AM	#1
Max Horton Nub Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 2 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	External torpedo storage I'm new to SH3, and using GWX, which I'm finding extremely enjoyable. I have one question, though (possibly dopey) concerning external torpedo storage in Type-IX subs: how do you get torpedoes from the external storage to load into the sub's tubes? I ask because I was on a cruise in a Type-IX, and having expended all of my internal torpedoes, did not seem to be able to replenish my tubes using the externally stored torps. Is this meant to happen automatically, in which case, are there certain criteria to be satisfied for it to occur, or is there some way in which I can manually load? Thanks.

06-03-10, 09:28 AM	#5
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 190,712 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	One small point....you also need to be surfaced __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!!

06-03-10, 02:53 PM	#7
sharkbit The Old Man Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 1,529 Downloads: 334 Uploads: 0	Also, a personal option thing is to do it in relatively calm waters, slow speed or stopped. The game will allow it in any weather and at any speed, which I believe is not very realistic. No moving externals at Flank speed(or is that Ludicrous Speed? ) and in gale force winds and high seas! Be careful where you do it too. If there are airplanes nearby, beware! __________________ “Prejudice is blind. There will always be someone who says you aren’t welcome at the table. Stop apologizing for who you are and using all your energy trying to change their minds. Yes, you will lose friends, maybe even family. But you will gain your self-respect. You will know your worth. Once you have that, nothing can stop you.”

06-03-10, 09:01 AM	#2
Weisia A-ganger Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 71 Downloads: 65 Uploads: 0	You have to drag the torpedo from the external storage room to the internal storage room (so not directly to the torpedo tubes). When the torpedo has been transported to your internal storage room you are able to load the torpedo to a torpedo tube (again by dragging). In order to do this you have to have enough crew in the required compartments and silent running turned off.

06-03-10, 09:12 AM	#4
Max Horton Nub Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 2 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Right, thanks. I hadn't tried that; I had tried to drag direct to the tubes themselves, to no avail. I had to cut a patrol short because of it. Glad to have that resolved - cheers!

06-03-10, 09:58 AM	#6
maillemaker Sea Lord Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 1,639 Downloads: 75 Uploads: 0	Another point: While you have to drag them from outside reserves into inside reserves, you don't have to drag them from inside reserves into the actual tubes if you have auto-loading turned on. As was said, you need crew in the appropriate torpedo room or the torpedo won't get moved. Historically, only steamers were stored outside. The game allows you to store electrics externally. Steve