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EPSG:4256Mahe 1971

Geographic 2D coordinate reference system. Area of use: Seychelles - Mahe Island.

Code
EPSG:4256
Type
Geographic 2D
Area
Seychelles - Mahe Island

PROJ definition

+proj=longlat +a=6378249.145 +rf=293.465 +towgs84=41,-220,-134,0,0,0,0 +no_defs +type=crs

Geographic bounds

W 55.3°   S -4.86°   E 55.59°   N -4.5°

Convert coordinates with EPSG:4256

Official EPSG transformations for Mahe 1971

Datum transformations involving EPSG:4256 published in the EPSG dataset, with parameters, accuracy and area of use:

Common transformations from EPSG:4256

Frequently asked questions

What is the proj4 string for EPSG:4256?
The proj4 definition for EPSG:4256 is: +proj=longlat +a=6378249.145 +rf=293.465 +towgs84=41,-220,-134,0,0,0,0 +no_defs +type=crs
Where is EPSG:4256 used?
EPSG:4256 (Mahe 1971) is defined for the area: Seychelles - Mahe Island.