What type of fire provides maximum area coverage against a target?

Enfilade fire is designed to deliver maximum area coverage against a target, particularly as it allows fire to be directed along the longest axis of a target, maximizing the effect of the rounds on the target area. This technique is particularly effective in scenarios where the enemy is positioned in a linear or narrow formation, as the incoming rounds will have a higher probability of hitting multiple targets along that line.

In enfilade fire, the shooter is positioned in such a way that they can deliver fire from the side of the target rather than directly at it. This angle of approach not only increases the efficiency of the rounds being fired but also allows for a greater density of fire over the area being engaged.

In contrast, direct fire may not maximize coverage in the same way as enfilade fire, as it does not take advantage of angles to engage targets along their axis. Defilade fire involves firing from a hidden position, which provides cover but does not necessarily maximize area coverage. Indirect fire, while capable of reaching targets out of the line of sight, often covers an area from a distance but may not have the same immediate impact on a defined target area as enfilade fire when positioned correctly.