noun
main battle tank; MBT
Military term for a modern armored fighting vehicle that serves as the primary direct-fire and maneuver element of ground forces.
陸上自衛隊の主力戦車は10式戦車です。
The main battle tank of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force is the Type 10 tank.
主力戦車は高い攻撃力と防御力を兼ね備えている。
A main battle tank combines high offensive power with strong defensive capabilities.