Torpedo Choice

robmoore · 11-15-14, 08:28 AM

I was wondering which of the torps were better to use.
I am using the g7a simply because of the speed and range versatility
I did try some others but with much less success and the homing one was kinda good but not as successful as i am with g7a

aschar · 11-15-14, 04:13 PM

I personally prefer range and speed above all else. Homing torps lead to some interesting results but aren't always reliable; usually they'll chase after the wrong target and there was one instance where a fleeing target passed close to me and I almost got hit by my own torpedo.

Remember, torpedoes are "slow". A lot can happen between the time you launch a torpedo and when that torpedo reaches it's destination, preferably with a ship's hull at that very spot.

V13dweller · 11-17-14, 06:53 AM

I have never had any problems with the homing torpedoes, the most fun you can ever have with an explosive that tracks it's targets.

Fire and Forget is always a blast.

When firing them, always shut your engines down, as they may lock onto that, and not the enemy.

Mspot · 11-23-14, 03:44 PM

Good note.

On that "note", I like the wakeless torpedo but it is, in my experience, and as stated by many others, slower. If I am up close, as I usually am, torpedo speed is typically not as much an issue as surprise. That changes, however, when I find myself having to fight escorts.

THEBERBSTER · 11-23-14, 06:56 PM

I carry both G7a and G7e, with auto torpedo loading disabled.

I have 2 x a in tubes 1 and 2 and 2 x e in tubes 3 and 4 plus an equal number of back ups.

I also have a and e for the stern tube

Although the G7e is slower and has less range in daylight at close range it can have an advantage over the G7a.

d@rk51d3 · 11-23-14, 07:56 PM

I always load up on A's, maybe throw in a couple of acoustics if available.

11-23-14, 09:33 PM

I like a mix.

Mostly As though with 2 Es in tubes 3 and 4.

Why you ask??

Failures, E are more prone to failures of the magentic detonators and the depth keeping devices if I recall. Most of my attacks are either at night or on merchants so the bubble trail isn't usually a problem. They don't spot it quick enough.

That and I only usually hit one ship at a time, or make it so 2 torps impact simualtaneously.

11-15-14, 08:28 AM	#1
robmoore Seaman Join Date: Oct 2014 Posts: 32 Downloads: 54 Uploads: 0	Torpedo Choice I was wondering which of the torps were better to use. I am using the g7a simply because of the speed and range versatility I did try some others but with much less success and the homing one was kinda good but not as successful as i am with g7a

11-23-14, 06:56 PM	#5
THEBERBSTER Growing Old Disgracefully Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Hythe - Southampton Posts: 9,609 Downloads: 1133 Uploads: 0	I carry both G7a and G7e, with auto torpedo loading disabled. I have 2 x a in tubes 1 and 2 and 2 x e in tubes 3 and 4 plus an equal number of back ups. I also have a and e for the stern tube Although the G7e is slower and has less range in daylight at close range it can have an advantage over the G7a. __________________ LSH3-2015 <> TUTORIALS <> ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW <> ALL IN ONE PLACE SH4 <> TUTORIALS <> HOW TO DO IT <> INFORMATION <> DOWNLOAD LINKS SH5 <> TUTORIALS <> HOW TO DO IT <> INFORMATION <> DOWNLOAD LINKS Always Here To Help A Fellow 'Subber' \| Need An Answer to A Question Just Send Me A PM

11-15-14, 04:13 PM	#2
aschar Swabbie Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Washington State, US Posts: 13 Downloads: 40 Uploads: 0	I personally prefer range and speed above all else. Homing torps lead to some interesting results but aren't always reliable; usually they'll chase after the wrong target and there was one instance where a fleeing target passed close to me and I almost got hit by my own torpedo. Remember, torpedoes are "slow". A lot can happen between the time you launch a torpedo and when that torpedo reaches it's destination, preferably with a ship's hull at that very spot.

11-17-14, 06:53 AM	#3
V13dweller Grey Wolf Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Perth, Western Australia Posts: 768 Downloads: 101 Uploads: 2	I have never had any problems with the homing torpedoes, the most fun you can ever have with an explosive that tracks it's targets. Fire and Forget is always a blast. When firing them, always shut your engines down, as they may lock onto that, and not the enemy.

11-23-14, 03:44 PM	#4
Mspot Bosun Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: United States Posts: 62 Downloads: 57 Uploads: 0	Good note. On that "note", I like the wakeless torpedo but it is, in my experience, and as stated by many others, slower. If I am up close, as I usually am, torpedo speed is typically not as much an issue as surprise. That changes, however, when I find myself having to fight escorts.

11-23-14, 07:56 PM	#6
d@rk51d3 Sea Lord Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Adelaide, South Australia Posts: 1,951 Downloads: 207 Uploads: 0	I always load up on A's, maybe throw in a couple of acoustics if available.

11-23-14, 09:33 PM	#7
reignofdeath Stowaway Posts: n/a Downloads: Uploads:	I like a mix. Mostly As though with 2 Es in tubes 3 and 4. Why you ask?? Failures, E are more prone to failures of the magentic detonators and the depth keeping devices if I recall. Most of my attacks are either at night or on merchants so the bubble trail isn't usually a problem. They don't spot it quick enough. That and I only usually hit one ship at a time, or make it so 2 torps impact simualtaneously.