Type XIV Submarine

Germany’s Type XIV U-boats were specialized supply submarines known as milk cows. Derived from the wider U-boat design tradition but not intended as ordinary torpedo-attack boats, they carried fuel, provisions, and other support for submarines operating far from European bases. This could extend the patrols of attack boats, but made the supply vessels valuable Allied targets. Their destruction reduced Germany’s ability to sustain distant submarine operations. The type’s significance lies in underwater logistics rather than a conventional merchant-sinking combat score. Rendezvous at sea required communications and predictable meeting arrangements, creating security risks. The very service that extended an attack boat’s endurance could expose several submarines to danger at one location.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1936, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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