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EPSG:3261 — WGS 84 / SCAR IMW ST05-08

Projected coordinate reference system. Area of use: Antarctica - 76°S to 80°S, 156°W to 132°W (ST05-08).

Code
EPSG:3261
Type
Projected
Area
Antarctica - 76°S to 80°S, 156°W to 132°W (ST05-08)

PROJ definition

+proj=lcc +lat_0=-90 +lon_0=-144 +lat_1=-76.6666666666667 +lat_2=-79.3333333333333 +x_0=0 +y_0=0 +datum=WGS84 +units=m +no_defs +type=crs

Geographic bounds

W -156°   S -80°   E -132°   N -76°

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Frequently asked questions

What is the proj4 string for EPSG:3261?
The proj4 definition for EPSG:3261 is: +proj=lcc +lat_0=-90 +lon_0=-144 +lat_1=-76.6666666666667 +lat_2=-79.3333333333333 +x_0=0 +y_0=0 +datum=WGS84 +units=m +no_defs +type=crs
Where is EPSG:3261 used?
EPSG:3261 (WGS 84 / SCAR IMW ST05-08) is defined for the area: Antarctica - 76°S to 80°S, 156°W to 132°W (ST05-08).