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EPSG:6068GR96 / EPSG Arctic zone 8-22

Projected coordinate reference system. Area of use: Arctic - 64°30'N to 59°30'N, 44°W to 29°W.

Code
EPSG:6068
Type
Projected
Area
Arctic - 64°30'N to 59°30'N, 44°W to 29°W

PROJ definition

+proj=lcc +lat_0=62.0153068888889 +lon_0=-37 +lat_1=63.6666666666667 +lat_2=60.3333333333333 +x_0=22500000 +y_0=8500000 +ellps=GRS80 +towgs84=0,0,0,0,0,0,0 +units=m +no_defs +type=crs

Geographic bounds

W -44°   S 59.5°   E -29°   N 64.51°

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Frequently asked questions

What is the proj4 string for EPSG:6068?
The proj4 definition for EPSG:6068 is: +proj=lcc +lat_0=62.0153068888889 +lon_0=-37 +lat_1=63.6666666666667 +lat_2=60.3333333333333 +x_0=22500000 +y_0=8500000 +ellps=GRS80 +towgs84=0,0,0,0,0,0,0 +units=m +no_defs +type=crs
Where is EPSG:6068 used?
EPSG:6068 (GR96 / EPSG Arctic zone 8-22) is defined for the area: Arctic - 64°30'N to 59°30'N, 44°W to 29°W.