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Would a diesel-electric K-class have been useful?

A diesel-electric K-class submarine is considered potentially useful despite the crush-depth concern in the question.

K Class Submarines Propulsion Submarines World War I

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Question

Could the World War I K-class submarine have been useful with diesel-electric propulsion, given its crush depth?

Short answer

Yes.

Notes

A diesel-electric K-class is considered capable of useful service even with the crush-depth concern raised in the question. No engineering comparison or specific mission is developed.