Evasion Suggestions

old_tex · 04-22-09, 09:08 AM

When I first detect a convoy, I try to estimate the distance between the outermost DD on the side that I am on and position the sub about half way between it and the main body of the convoy. Then, I drop below the thermalcline and stop everything and listen. When the lead DD passes beyond my position and the lead convoy component is within about 20 degrees of my position, I begin rising to periscope depth (all the while keeping a bearing on the outermost DD). From then on, it do the best you can. I pick the largest ship within range and try to get him. Then, I pick other targets of opportunity as they present themselves. Finally, the DDs approach and I take evasive action, as necessary. If I can, I move under the convoy and come up on the other side and fire the aft tubes. Not every scenerio is the same, but that's generally how I do it.

Old_tex

04-22-09, 09:08 AM	#11
old_tex Gunner Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Posts: 94 Downloads: 12 Uploads: 0	My tactics When I first detect a convoy, I try to estimate the distance between the outermost DD on the side that I am on and position the sub about half way between it and the main body of the convoy. Then, I drop below the thermalcline and stop everything and listen. When the lead DD passes beyond my position and the lead convoy component is within about 20 degrees of my position, I begin rising to periscope depth (all the while keeping a bearing on the outermost DD). From then on, it do the best you can. I pick the largest ship within range and try to get him. Then, I pick other targets of opportunity as they present themselves. Finally, the DDs approach and I take evasive action, as necessary. If I can, I move under the convoy and come up on the other side and fire the aft tubes. Not every scenerio is the same, but that's generally how I do it. Old_tex