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EPSG:6053GR96 / EPSG Arctic zone 3-29

Projected coordinate reference system. Area of use: Arctic - 81°10'N to 76°10'N, Greenland west of 54°W.

Code
EPSG:6053
Type
Projected
Area
Arctic - 81°10'N to 76°10'N, Greenland west of 54°W

PROJ definition

+proj=lcc +lat_0=78.7073375277778 +lon_0=-69 +lat_1=80.3333333333333 +lat_2=77 +x_0=29500000 +y_0=3500000 +ellps=GRS80 +towgs84=0,0,0,0,0,0,0 +units=m +no_defs +type=crs

Geographic bounds

W -75°   S 76.16°   E -54°   N 81.17°

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Frequently asked questions

What is the proj4 string for EPSG:6053?
The proj4 definition for EPSG:6053 is: +proj=lcc +lat_0=78.7073375277778 +lon_0=-69 +lat_1=80.3333333333333 +lat_2=77 +x_0=29500000 +y_0=3500000 +ellps=GRS80 +towgs84=0,0,0,0,0,0,0 +units=m +no_defs +type=crs
Where is EPSG:6053 used?
EPSG:6053 (GR96 / EPSG Arctic zone 3-29) is defined for the area: Arctic - 81°10'N to 76°10'N, Greenland west of 54°W.