noun
tank; armored fighting vehicle
Modern military vehicle with tracks and heavy armor. The most common meaning in contemporary Japanese.
戦車が市街地に配備された。
Tanks were deployed in the city.
noun
chariot
Ancient two-wheeled horse-drawn vehicle used in warfare or racing. Historical sense; not used for modern vehicles.
See also: チャリオット
古代エジプトの戦車は戦闘に使われた。
Chariots in ancient Egypt were used in battle.