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EPSG:3240 — WGS 84 / SCAR IMW SR57-58

Projected coordinate reference system. Area of use: Antarctica - 68°S to 72°S, 156°E to 168°E (SR57-58).

Code
EPSG:3240
Type
Projected
Area
Antarctica - 68°S to 72°S, 156°E to 168°E (SR57-58)

PROJ definition

+proj=lcc +lat_0=-90 +lon_0=162 +lat_1=-68.6666666666667 +lat_2=-71.3333333333333 +x_0=0 +y_0=0 +datum=WGS84 +units=m +no_defs +type=crs

Geographic bounds

W 156°   S -72°   E 168°   N -68°

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Frequently asked questions

What is the proj4 string for EPSG:3240?
The proj4 definition for EPSG:3240 is: +proj=lcc +lat_0=-90 +lon_0=162 +lat_1=-68.6666666666667 +lat_2=-71.3333333333333 +x_0=0 +y_0=0 +datum=WGS84 +units=m +no_defs +type=crs
Where is EPSG:3240 used?
EPSG:3240 (WGS 84 / SCAR IMW SR57-58) is defined for the area: Antarctica - 68°S to 72°S, 156°E to 168°E (SR57-58).