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EPSG:6051 — GR96 / EPSG Arctic zone 2-18

Projected coordinate reference system. Area of use: Arctic - 84°30'N to 79°30'N, 72°W to 32°W.

Code
EPSG:6051
Type
Projected
Area
Arctic - 84°30'N to 79°30'N, 72°W to 32°W

PROJ definition

+proj=lcc +lat_0=82.0584248888889 +lon_0=-52 +lat_1=83.6666666666667 +lat_2=80.3333333333333 +x_0=18500000 +y_0=2500000 +ellps=GRS80 +towgs84=0,0,0,0,0,0,0 +units=m +no_defs +type=crs

Geographic bounds

W -72°   S 79.5°   E -32°   N 84.51°

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Frequently asked questions

What is the proj4 string for EPSG:6051?
The proj4 definition for EPSG:6051 is: +proj=lcc +lat_0=82.0584248888889 +lon_0=-52 +lat_1=83.6666666666667 +lat_2=80.3333333333333 +x_0=18500000 +y_0=2500000 +ellps=GRS80 +towgs84=0,0,0,0,0,0,0 +units=m +no_defs +type=crs
Where is EPSG:6051 used?
EPSG:6051 (GR96 / EPSG Arctic zone 2-18) is defined for the area: Arctic - 84°30'N to 79°30'N, 72°W to 32°W.