German submarine U-2350 facts for kids
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|} The German submarine U-2350was a special type of U-boatcalled a Type XXIII submarine. It was part of Nazi Germany's navy, the Kriegsmarine, during World War II. This submarine was ordered on September 20, 1944. It was built in Hamburgby Deutsche Werft. The U-2350was launched on November 22, 1944, and officially joined the navy on December 23, 1944. Its first commander was Oberleutnant zur SeeWerner Schauer.
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| Name | U-2350 |
| Ordered | 20 September 1944 |
| Builder | Deutsche Werft, Hamburg |
| Yard number | 504 |
| Laid down | 28 September 1944 |
| Launched | 22 November 1944 |
| Commissioned | 23 December 1944 |
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| Class and type | Type XXIII submarine |
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| Draught | 3.66 m (12 ft) |
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| Test depth | 180 m (590 ft) |
| Complement | 14–18 |
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| Operations: | None |
| Victories: | None |
Submarine Design and Features
The U-2350 was a Type XXIII submarine, designed to be smaller and faster underwater than earlier U-boats. When it was on the surface, it weighed about 234 tons. When it was fully underwater, it weighed around 258 tons.
Size and Dimensions
This submarine was about 34.68 meters (113 feet 9 inches) long overall. Its widest part was about 3.02 meters (9 feet 11 inches). The submarine sat about 3.66 meters (12 feet) deep in the water.
Power and Speed
The U-2350 had different engines for different tasks.
- It used a diesel engine for moving on the surface. This engine provided between 575 and 630 horsepower.
- For moving underwater, it had a main electric motor with 580 horsepower.
- It also had a special "silent running" electric motor. This smaller motor, with 35 horsepower, allowed the submarine to move very quietly.
The submarine could travel at a top speed of 9.7 knots (about 18 km/h or 11 mph) when on the surface. Underwater, it could reach 12.5 knots (about 23 km/h or 14 mph). It could travel about 2,600 nautical miles (4,800 km or 3,000 miles) on the surface at 8 knots. Underwater, it could go about 194 nautical miles (359 km or 223 miles) at 4 knots. The U-2350 could dive safely to a depth of 180 meters (590 feet).
Crew and Weapons
The crew of the U-2350 was small, usually between 14 and 18 sailors. Unlike some larger U-boats, this type did not have a deck gun. Its main weapons were two torpedo tubes located at the front (bow) of the submarine. It could carry two torpedoes, which were loaded and ready to fire.
Service History of U-2350
The U-2350 did not take part in any major battles or operations during the war. It surrendered to the Allied forces on May 9, 1945, in Kristiansand, Norway.
Journey to Loch Ryan
After its surrender, the submarine was moved to Loch Ryan, Scotland, arriving on May 29, 1945. This was a gathering point for many German U-boats that had surrendered.
Operation Deadlight
The U-2350 was one of 116 U-boats chosen to be sunk as part of "Operation Deadlight". This operation aimed to prevent Germany from ever using these submarines again. On November 28, 1945, the U-2350 was towed out to sea. It was then sunk by gunfire from two Allied destroyers: the British ship HMS Onslow and the Polish ship ORP Piorun. The wreck of the U-2350 now lies at coordinates 56°10′N 10°05′W.
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