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Title: Mk 13-1A Torpedos for the TBM
Post by: Devonai on March 24, 2008, 07:19:29 PM

I just picked up a copy of Squadron/Signal Publications #82 on the TBF/TBM series.  On page 17, there is this passage:

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The revised torpedo was designated the Mk 13-A1 and quickly became known to Avenger crews as the 'ring-tailed' torpedo.  The improved flight characteristics of the 'ring-tailed' torpedo now allowed drops from up to 800 feet and airspeeds of 280 knots, greatly increasing the Avengers chances of surviving during a torpedo attack against a heavily armed enemy ship.

Honestly I'm not sure how this would effect actual gameplay; however, I think this choice would be nice, perhaps perked in Midwar.

Title: Re: Mk 13-1A Torpedos for the TBM
Post by: Ack-Ack on March 24, 2008, 07:44:44 PM

Honestly, this weapon load out would be a perfect candidate to be added when we finally get perked ordnance options.


ack-ack

Title: Re: Mk 13-1A Torpedos for the TBM
Post by: Strip on March 24, 2008, 08:54:52 PM

 :aok I am a huge fan of perked ordnance and I agree with Ack-Ack 100%.

Gets my vote....for what its worth.

Strip(er)

Title: Re: Mk 13-1A Torpedos for the TBM
Post by: Yeager on March 24, 2008, 10:46:31 PM

A few weeks back I dropped a torp from a TBM at 1000 feet going 250 mph indicated.  The torpedo successfully deployed.

Title: Re: Mk 13-1A Torpedos for the TBM
Post by: Matador on March 25, 2008, 07:56:01 AM

yup the trainers page says that the torp will have a successfull drop at 900 feet, but with the new cv its hard to even come close to the cv.

Title: Re: Mk 13-1A Torpedos for the TBM
Post by: Yeager on March 25, 2008, 08:37:28 PM

I dont even bother trying to torp the fleet.  As long as their are manned 5 inch guns there is no reason to even try.

Title: Re: Mk 13-1A Torpedos for the TBM
Post by: Chewybacca on March 25, 2008, 10:11:42 PM

Quote from: Yeager on March 25, 2008, 08:37:28 PM

As long as their are manned 5 inch guns there is no reason to even try.

Perk em for the daring.  :t

Title: Re: Mk 13-1A Torpedos for the TBM
Post by: SgtPappy on March 25, 2008, 10:14:50 PM

Ooo!
Are these torps any faster? Sometimes it seems min cant catch a CV from behind.

Title: Re: Mk 13-1A Torpedos for the TBM
Post by: Devonai on March 26, 2008, 10:26:33 AM

Matador and Yeager, I'll have to try it myself.  If true, it begs the question as to which type of torp HTC intended to model.

Title: Re: Mk 13-1A Torpedos for the TBM
Post by: captkaos on March 26, 2008, 11:31:06 AM

I like this idea, as I still can sink CV's even with there recent upgrades.  I must admit I prefer the head on shot and JU88's and spread the torpedos a bit in case CV turns.  Since the last update, two CV's have died from my torpedos.

Title: Re: Mk 13-1A Torpedos for the TBM
Post by: Karnak on March 26, 2008, 12:02:19 PM

I'd rather see Japanese torps added first.