Massed surprised fires involve all anti-armor weapons engaging an enemy force simultaneously.

• A. A method where only one weapon engages at a time
• B. A concept in which all anti-armor weapon engage an enemy force simultaneously
• C. A plan to scatter fire across the battlefield
• D. A tactic to never engage near maximum range

Answer: (B)

Massed surprised fires means concentrating all available anti-armor weapons to engage an enemy force at the same moment, designed to overwhelm the opponent and disrupt their ability to respond. By lining up a synchronized, high-volume strike, you maximize the chance that armor and support vehicles are hit quickly, reducing their ability to maneuver or return effective fire.

The surprise element comes from timing and concealment—getting the weapons into position and coordinating the launch so the enemy doesn’t predict when or where the fire will land. This combination of simultaneous engagement and unexpected timing amplifies the firepower you bring to bear, increasing hit probability and disruption on the enemy.

Achieving this requires careful planning, clear target assignments, tight communications, and rehearsed execution so all weapons fire in unison. It’s about delivering a deliberate, overwhelming blow at once rather than spreading out the effort.

Choosing a single weapon at a time conflicts with the idea of massing fire; scattering fire fails to saturate and overwhelm; and avoiding near-maximum range isn’t inherent to the concept of massed, surprised fires.