Coordinate Reference Systems
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Remarks
Derived by Brown & Root in 1992 for Qatar General Petroleum Corporation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Qatar 1974 to WGS 84 coordinates?
Use the coordinate transformation tool above to convert Qatar 1974 (EPSG:4285) to WGS 84 (EPSG:4326). Enter your source coordinates and click Transform. This uses the Geocentric translations (geog2D domain) method with 1m accuracy.
How do I transform Qatar 1974 to WGS 84 using Proj4js?
Use proj4.defs to define both EPSG:4285 and EPSG:4326, then call proj4(source, target, [x, y]) to convert coordinates programmatically.
What is the accuracy of the Qatar 1974 to WGS 84 transformation?
This transformation (EPSG:1562) has an accuracy of 1m using the Geocentric translations (geog2D domain) method. Area of use: Qatar - offshore.