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EPSG:3242 — WGS 84 / SCAR IMW SS04-06

Projected coordinate reference system. Area of use: Antarctica - 72°S to 76°S, 162°W to 144°W (SS04-06).

Code
EPSG:3242
Type
Projected
Area
Antarctica - 72°S to 76°S, 162°W to 144°W (SS04-06)

PROJ definition

+proj=lcc +lat_0=-90 +lon_0=-153 +lat_1=-72.6666666666667 +lat_2=-75.3333333333333 +x_0=0 +y_0=0 +datum=WGS84 +units=m +no_defs +type=crs

Geographic bounds

W -162°   S -76°   E -144°   N -72°

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Frequently asked questions

What is the proj4 string for EPSG:3242?
The proj4 definition for EPSG:3242 is: +proj=lcc +lat_0=-90 +lon_0=-153 +lat_1=-72.6666666666667 +lat_2=-75.3333333333333 +x_0=0 +y_0=0 +datum=WGS84 +units=m +no_defs +type=crs
Where is EPSG:3242 used?
EPSG:3242 (WGS 84 / SCAR IMW SS04-06) is defined for the area: Antarctica - 72°S to 76°S, 162°W to 144°W (SS04-06).