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Convert POSGAR 98 to SIRGAS 1995

Convert coordinates from POSGAR 98 (EPSG:4190) to SIRGAS 1995 (EPSG:4170) — official EPSG transformation parameters, accuracy and area of use, with a free in-browser converter.

Direct link to this transformation: epsgtransform.com/transform/epsg-4190-to-epsg-4170

Official EPSG transformation from POSGAR 98 to SIRGAS 1995

The EPSG Geodetic Parameter Dataset defines 1 transformation between POSGAR 98 (EPSG:4190) and SIRGAS 1995 (EPSG:4170). Its parameters, accuracy and area of use are listed below.

POSGAR 98 to SIRGAS 1995 (1)

EPSG:1774±0 m
Method:
Geocentric translations (geog2D domain)
Area of use:
Argentina
Scope:
Geodesy.
ParameterValueUnit
X-axis translation(tx)0metre
Y-axis translation(ty)0metre
Z-axis translation(tz)0metre

Convert EPSG:4190 to EPSG:4170 in code

The same transformation with common GIS tools and libraries:

from pyproj import Transformer

transformer = Transformer.from_crs("EPSG:4190", "EPSG:4170", always_xy=True)
x, y = transformer.transform(-73.9857, 40.7484)
print(x, y)

Source: EPSG:4190POSGAR 98

geographic system using latitude and longitude on an ellipsoid · Area of use: Argentina

+proj=longlat +ellps=GRS80 +towgs84=0,0,0,0,0,0,0 +no_defs +type=crs
More about EPSG:4190

Target: EPSG:4170SIRGAS 1995

geographic system using latitude and longitude on an ellipsoid · Area of use: South America - SIRGAS 1995 by country

+proj=longlat +ellps=GRS80 +towgs84=0,0,0,0,0,0,0 +no_defs +type=crs
More about EPSG:4170

Frequently asked questions

How accurate is converting POSGAR 98 to SIRGAS 1995?
The most accurate official EPSG transformation between these systems is accurate to about ±0 m within its stated area of use. Browser-based converters approximate datum shifts with Helmert parameters; for surveying-grade work apply the official transformation in a desktop GIS.
Does my data leave the browser when I use this converter?
No. All coordinate transformations are computed locally in your browser using proj4js. The coordinates you enter are never transmitted to any server.
Need the reverse? Convert EPSG:4170 to EPSG:4190