If everyone likes to play with some ships that have strong underwater combat capabilities, in today's game, the editor is going to recommend the 096 submarine to everyone. Of course, how to pair it with the most reasonable weapon combination is also an important part of using it well. In fact, the introduction of the 096 weapon pairing for modern warships is not simple. It should be known that the 096 submarine belongs to the category of 3rd-level battleships, which inherently possess excellent stealth and burst damage. A carefully planned weapon configuration can also bring great potential.
Its ultimate weapon configuration particularly recommends a highly lethal combination. You can carry 2 YJ-18B submarine-launched missiles plus 2 Bulava cruise missiles. The YJ-18B submarine-launched missile is considered the core ace equipment of the 096 submarine, fully qualified to be equipped with as many as two. This missile has a very high firing speed, and even more impressive, it is equipped with an advanced thermal decoy interference system, capable of breaking through defenses before the enemy's complex anti-missile system has a chance to lock on accurately. It is especially suitable for launching the first wave of surprise attacks at the beginning of a battle.
The Bulava cruise missile, on the other hand, is the king's choice for long-range combat. Its ultra-long range advantage allows players to stay safely out of reach while continuously suppressing the enemy target with firepower. Delving into the characteristics of these two missiles, the YJ-18B, with its unique thermal decoy interference capability, can confuse the enemy's defense system in actual combat, creating valuable attack windows and tearing open gaps in the enemy's defenses. The long-range strike capability of the Bulava cruise missile is also very suitable for this ship, providing the power for sustained fire suppression, allowing for continuous saturation attacks.
Of course, torpedoes, as a traditional strength of submarines, also occupy an important place in the 096's arsenal. Dual high-explosive torpedoes are specifically designed to deal with large, heavily armored surface warships. Once they hit, the enormous armor-piercing damage instantly inflicted is enough to severely damage any enemy ship. Special corrosive torpedoes, on the other hand, are a highly tactical and maneuverable blockade weapon. Upon hitting the target, they can significantly weaken the enemy ship's mobility, effectively cutting off its retreat. However, when using them, special attention must be paid to ensure a high hit rate at close range.
The true essence of the 096 submarine lies in the combat style you choose. When the battle begins, it can quickly enter shallow dive status, then approach the target underwater. As soon as the Bulava missile's range is reached, it can immediately launch the first round of strikes. During intense exchanges, it will maintain a depth of about 30 meters, effectively evading various enemy detection methods. Additionally, thanks to its heavy armor value of up to 430,000 and excellent maneuverability rated at 5.9, even if surrounded, it can rapidly dive deeper to find a suitable counterattack opportunity.
It's also worth noting that the 096 is equipped with an advanced battlefield awareness system. With a radar scan range of 4000 meters and a sonar coverage area of 5300 meters, especially the 18% detection bonus provided by passive sonar, the captain can predict the movement trajectory of enemy torpedoes in advance, thus gaining the upper hand. In practical combat, the 096 also demonstrates highly flexible tactical effects. When employing a firepower suppression strategy, the captain can prioritize commanding the Bulava missiles to continuously pressure the enemy's main ships, while simultaneously launching high-explosive torpedoes to intercept and disrupt the enemy destroyers' advances, disrupting their offensive rhythm.
When executing a regional blockade tactic, the unique deceleration effect of the corrosive torpedo can be fully utilized to limit the enemy ship's mobility, thoroughly disrupting their orderly formation and creating opportunities for teammates to concentrate fire. However, when controlling the 096, one must always remember its physical limitations. When sailing on the surface, its speed is only 15 knots, making it extremely unwise to forcibly surface and escape the battlefield. While submerged, although the propulsion efficiency increases by 23%, the turning radius is relatively large, especially in narrow waterways or complex terrain environments, where getting stuck can be quite disadvantageous.
Therefore, when using the 096 submarine in combat, it is recommended to always maintain a depth of 30 meters for raid operations. This depth maximizes stealth while facilitating rapid surprise attacks. If medium to long-range combat deployment is needed, it can appropriately submerge to a depth of 40 meters to evade enemy radar detection. This combat characteristic makes the 096 a true deep-sea warship.
In the introduction to the 096 weapon pairing for modern warships, to fully unleash the potential of this submarine, not only do you need to equip it with excellent weapon systems, but you also need to master the operational techniques and practical tactics of the 096. Compared to other capabilities, this ship's ambush ability is definitely a standout feature.
