Stronger pressure hull allows for extreme diving depths (over 250 meters) to escape advanced Allied sonar.
Whether you are sneaking through a narrow strait or braving the deep Atlantic, choosing the right submarine for the era and mission is key to surviving the war in Silent Hunter 3 .
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: The most successful long-range U-boat. It carries significantly more torpedoes (up to 22) and has a much larger deck gun than the VII.
When researching , 80% of your game time will likely be in a Type VII. Over 700 were built historically. In SH3, it represents the perfect balance. Stronger pressure hull allows for extreme diving depths
At the heart of the game is the U-boat itself. Your steel coffin. Your home. While many new players jump straight into the most powerful vessel, understanding is the difference between surviving 1943 or feeding the Atlantic fish.
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: It features a slightly deeper crush depth and better anti-aircraft upgrade options than the VIIB. It handles the tightening Allied anti-submarine warfare (ASW) grip of 1942–1943 better than earlier models. Type VIIC/41 Role : Late-war survival specialist. Torpedo Tubes : 4 bow, 1 stern. Torpedo Loadout : 14 total. Deck Gun : 88mm (removed in later campaign years).
The Type II U-boats, affectionately nicknamed "Ducking Cows" ( Einbaum ) due to their cramped quarters and tendency to rock violently in rough seas, are your starting options in the early career mode (1939). Coastal patrol and training. Torpedos: 5 total (3 in tubes, 2 spares). Deck Gun: None (Anti-aircraft gun only). Share public link : The most successful long-range U-boat