I propose that aircraft-launched torpedoes should have adjustable running depth, similar to naval torpedoes. Currently, aircraft torpedoes are fixed to 1 meter depth, which limits their effectiveness, especially against larger ships like cruisers and battleships.
In the current game, aircraft torpedoes are locked at a 1-meter depth setting.
This causes issues when attacking armored ships (e.g., heavy cruisers, battleships) because the torpedo detonates too close to the waterline or on the outer belt, resulting in limited damage.
Naval torpedoes already have adjustable depth settings (1 m, 4 m, 6 m, etc.).
Aircraft torpedoes in real history also had adjustable running depths, depending on the type and the tactical situation.
Add an adjustable depth setting for aircraft torpedoes**, similar to ship-launched torpedoes.
Possible options:
1 m (default)
3 m
4 m
6m
The setting could be chosen during aircraft loadout selection or mission setup.
Many historical aircraft torpedoes had adjustable depth settings:
Torpedo Depth Range
Type 91 (Japan) 1 m – 8 m
Mark 13 (USA) Adjustable in later versions|
45-36 AV-A (USSR) 1 m – 6 m
F5W (Germany) 1 m – 4 m
Type 91 Mod 2 (Japan) Improved for shallow and deep running
British 18"/21" Torpedoes Depth settings variable per model