Power & Performance
Those special qualities that separate one sea-going vessel design from another. Performance specifications presented assume optimal operating conditions for Type VII U-Boat.
2 x diesel engines developing 2,800 horsepower (surface); 2 x electric motors generating 750 horsepower (submerged); 2 x shafts.
Propulsion
18.0 kts
20.7 mph
Surface Speed
8.0 kts
9.2 mph
Submerged Speed
8,503 nm
9,785 miles | 15,747 km
Range