EPSG:CODE

WGS 84 to EGM2008 height (2)

EPSG:4979 → EPSG:3855

Coordinate Reference Systems

Source CRS
EPSG:4979
WGS 84
Geographic 3D
Target CRS
EPSG:3855
EGM2008 height
Vertical

Remarks

Grid spacing is 1 arc-minute. For a larger grid spacing (in principle less exactly matching the spherical harmonics) see CT code 3858. For reversible alternative see CT code 9618. An executable using spherical harmonics is available from the NGS site.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the accuracy of the WGS 84 to EGM2008 height transformation?

This transformation (EPSG:3859) has an accuracy of 0.11m using the Geographic3D to GravityRelatedHeight (EGM2008) method. Area of use: World.