Convert Deir ez Zor to WGS 72BE

Convert coordinates from Deir ez Zor (EPSG:4227) to WGS 72BE (EPSG:4324) — official EPSG transformation parameters, accuracy and area of use, with a free in-browser converter.

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Direct link to this transformation: epsgtransform.com/transform/epsg-4227-to-epsg-4324

Official EPSG transformation from Deir ez Zor to WGS 72BE

The EPSG Geodetic Parameter Dataset defines 1 transformation between Deir ez Zor (EPSG:4227) and WGS 72BE (EPSG:4324). Its parameters, accuracy and area of use are listed below.

Deir ez Zor to WGS 72BE (1)

EPSG:1584±5 m

Method:: Geocentric translations (geog2D domain)
Area of use:: Syria - Deir area
Scope:: Oil and gas exploration and production.

Parameter	Value	Unit
X-axis translation(tx)	-174.6	metre
Y-axis translation(ty)	-3.1	metre
Z-axis translation(tz)	236.2	metre

Recomputed in 1991 by Elf from data derived in 1983 at station 254 Deir by Geco using Transit. Derivation of 1983 parameter values of dX=-163.2 dY=-12.7 dZ=+232.7 contained errors in geodetic parameters for Syria.

Convert EPSG:4227 to EPSG:4324 in code

The same transformation with common GIS tools and libraries:

from pyproj import Transformer

transformer = Transformer.from_crs("EPSG:4227", "EPSG:4324", always_xy=True)
x, y = transformer.transform(-73.9857, 40.7484)
print(x, y)

Source: EPSG:4227 — Deir ez Zor

geographic system using latitude and longitude on an ellipsoid · Area of use: Asia - Middle East - Lebanon and Syria onshore

+proj=longlat +ellps=clrk80ign +no_defs +type=crs

More about EPSG:4227 →

Target: EPSG:4324 — WGS 72BE

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

+proj=longlat +ellps=WGS72 +towgs84=0,0,1.9,0,0,0.814,-0.38 +no_defs +type=crs

More about EPSG:4324 →

Frequently asked questions

How accurate is converting Deir ez Zor to WGS 72BE?: The most accurate official EPSG transformation between these systems is accurate to about ±5 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:4324 to EPSG:4227 →