GELE Photogrammetry & Cartography — Philippine Plane Coordinate System and UTMCheat Sheet
A printable cheat sheet for Philippine Plane Coordinate System and UTM, built for GELE reviewers who want one go-to reference in the final stretch. Covers formulas, key definitions, common question types, and the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) — Board of Geodetic Engineering-specific twists you will see on GELE day.
Exam context
The Geodetic Engineer Licensure Examination is conducted by Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) — Board of Geodetic Engineering and is scheduled for September 2026. The Photogrammetry & Cartography subtest is marked as "Core" in the official pattern, and Philippine Plane Coordinate System and UTM appears in position 5th of 6 in the GELE Photogrammetry & Cartography review rotation. Passing mark: 70% weighted average, no sub-test below 50%. Recent GELE 2026 papers have drawn roughly a meaningful share of questions from this subject.
Philippine Plane Coordinate System and UTM - Cheat Sheet
Your last-minute revision companion for Philippine coordinate systems. Master UTM zones, PPCS zones, scale factors, false origins, and zone selection in 30 minutes. Everything you need for the PRC Geodetic Engineer Licensure Examination.
Sections
Formulas
Formula
Zone = ⌊(λ + 180) / 6⌋ + 1
Meaning
λ = longitude in degrees (east positive); ⌊ ⌋ = floor function; result = UTM zone number 1–60
Watch Out
Always add 180° BEFORE dividing by 6, then take floor, then add 1. Do NOT use modulo 60 directly. Negative longitudes (west) still work: e.g., λ = −120° → (−120 + 180)/6 = 10; zone = 10 + 1 = 11.
When To Use
Given a longitude, find which UTM zone it falls in
Formula
Central Meridian (CM) = 6n − 183
Meaning
n = zone number; CM in degrees east longitude
Watch Out
This formula assumes zone numbering 1–60. For Philippines (zones 50, 51): Zone 50 CM = 6(50) − 183 = 117°E; Zone 51 CM = 6(51) − 183 = 123°E.
When To Use
Find the central meridian longitude of a given UTM zone
Formula
Easting (E) = 500,000 + Δx · k₀
Meaning
Δx = distance from CM in metres (positive east); k₀ = central-meridian scale factor = 0.9996 for UTM; E = grid easting in metres
Watch Out
The false easting 500,000 m keeps all eastings positive even when west of the CM. If Δx is west (negative), E will be < 500,000 m.
When To Use
Convert projected distance from CM to grid easting coordinate
Common Values
Value
0.9996
Symbol
k₀
Quantity
UTM scale factor at central meridian
Value
500,000 m
Symbol
False E
Quantity
UTM false easting
Value
0 m
Symbol
False N
Quantity
UTM false northing (north hemisphere)
Value
10,000,000 m
Symbol
False N
Quantity
UTM false northing (south hemisphere)
Value
6°
Symbol
ΔZ
Quantity
UTM zone width
Value
60
Symbol
n_zones
Quantity
Number of UTM zones globally
Value
117°E
Symbol
CM₅₀
Quantity
UTM Zone 50 central meridian (Philippines)
Value
123°E
Symbol
CM₅₁
Quantity
UTM Zone 51 central meridian (Philippines)
Section Title
UTM (Universal Transverse Mercator) — Global System
Important Facts
- UTM divides the world into 60 zones, each 6° of longitude wide, numbered 1–60 from west (180°W) to east (180°E).
- Philippines is covered mainly by UTM Zones 50N (117°E–123°E) and 51N (123°E–129°E).
- UTM Zone 1 CM = −177°; Zone 60 CM = 177°. Formula: CM = 6n − 183.
- All UTM zones use the same scale factor k₀ = 0.9996 and false easting = 500,000 m.
- False northing = 0 m for northern hemisphere (PH); 10,000,000 m for southern hemisphere.
- UTM is based on WGS84 ellipsoid (standard for GPS and most modern surveying).
- The 60 zones ensure distortion stays within acceptable limits (< 0.1% away from CM).
- Zone boundaries are at multiples of 6° from the prime meridian (0°, 6°, 12°, …, 354°, 360°).
- UTM easting increases eastward; northing increases northward.
- Zone transitions: at zone boundaries, surveyors must transform coordinates using projection formulas or conversion software.
Key Definitions
Term
Transverse Mercator (TM)
Example
UTM and PPCS both use TM projections, just with different zone widths and CMs.
Definition
Conformal map projection with a vertical central meridian; minimises distortion near the CM; widely used for narrow east–west strips.
Term
Central Meridian (CM)
Example
UTM Zone 51 has CM at 123°E; PPCS Zone III has CM at 121°E.
Definition
The reference meridian (longitude line) at which the scale factor equals its specified value (0.9996 for UTM); lines of zero distortion run north–south through the CM.
Term
Scale Factor (k₀)
Example
UTM k₀ = 0.9996 means grid distances are 0.04% shorter than ellipsoidal distances at the CM.
Definition
Ratio of grid distance to true ellipsoidal distance along the CM; set < 1.0 to minimise overall zone distortion.
Term
False Easting / False Northing
Example
UTM false easting = 500,000 m; PPCS false easting = 500,000 m; false northing = 0 m (north hemisphere).
Definition
Arbitrary coordinate offsets added to all projected coordinates to keep them positive and avoid negative numbers.
Diagrams To Know
- UTM zone map of the world showing 60 vertical strips (6° wide each).
- UTM zone layout for the Philippines (zones 50N and 51N highlighted).
- Cross-section of a TM projection showing the CM, scale factor k₀ < 1, and ellipsoid.
Formulas
Formula
Zone selection: Compare longitude to PPCS zone CMs (117°, 119°, 121°, 123°, 125°E)
Meaning
Assign a point to the PPCS zone whose CM is closest in longitude
Watch Out
Each PPCS zone extends ~±1.5° from its CM (wider than a single degree), but use nearest-neighbour rule for ties. Zone boundaries are NOT at fixed longitudes but are set by PRS92 definition.
When To Use
Determine which of 5 PPCS zones a point in the Philippines belongs to
Formula
Easting (E) = 500,000 + Δx · k₀
Meaning
Δx = distance from CM in metres; k₀ = 0.99995 for PPCS; E = grid easting
Watch Out
PPCS k₀ = 0.99995 (slightly different from UTM's 0.9996). Always use the correct k₀ for the system.
When To Use
Convert distance from PPCS CM to grid easting
Common Values
Value
0.99995
Symbol
k₀
Quantity
PPCS scale factor at central meridian
Value
500,000 m
Symbol
False E
Quantity
PPCS false easting
Value
0 m
Symbol
False N
Quantity
PPCS false northing
Value
5
Symbol
n_zones
Quantity
Number of PPCS zones
Value
117°E
Symbol
CM₁
Quantity
PPCS Zone I central meridian
Value
119°E
Symbol
CM₂
Quantity
PPCS Zone II central meridian
Value
121°E
Symbol
CM₃
Quantity
PPCS Zone III central meridian
Value
123°E
Symbol
CM₄
Quantity
PPCS Zone IV central meridian
Value
125°E
Symbol
CM₅
Quantity
PPCS Zone V central meridian
Value
Clarke 1866
Symbol
Ellipsoid
Quantity
PPCS reference ellipsoid
Section Title
PPCS (Philippine Plane Coordinate System) — National System
Important Facts
- PPCS has exactly 5 zones, each 2° or 3° apart in central meridian (not uniform).
- PPCS Zone I: CM = 117°E (covers Mindanao west coast).
- PPCS Zone II: CM = 119°E (covers central Mindanao and parts of Visayas).
- PPCS Zone III: CM = 121°E (covers Luzon, most of Visayas, and eastern Mindanao).
- PPCS Zone IV: CM = 123°E (covers northeastern Luzon and offshore islands).
- PPCS Zone V: CM = 125°E (covers easternmost Philippines).
- PPCS false easting = 500,000 m; false northing = 0 m.
- PPCS scale factor k₀ = 0.99995 (almost the same as UTM but slightly different).
- PPCS is based on PRS92 datum (Clarke 1866 ellipsoid), NOT WGS84.
- PPCS is used by Philippine government agencies (BIR, DENR, NHA, LRA, etc.) for official land records.
Key Definitions
Term
PRS92 (Philippine Reference System 1992)
Example
All PPCS coordinates are referenced to PRS92; GPS coordinates must be transformed from WGS84 to PRS92 for PPCS use.
Definition
National geodetic datum for the Philippines, based on Clarke 1866 ellipsoid; used with PPCS for all official mapping and surveys.
Term
PPCS Zone
Example
Luzon typically uses Zones I, II, or III; Mindanao uses Zones IV and V.
Definition
One of 5 Transverse Mercator zones covering the Philippines, each with a unique central meridian (117°, 119°, 121°, 123°, or 125°E).
Term
Clarke 1866 Ellipsoid
Example
Semi-major axis a = 6,378,206.4 m; eccentricity e² = 0.00676866.
Definition
Reference ellipsoid used by PRS92 datum; older than WGS84 but remains standard for Philippine coordinate system.
Diagrams To Know
- Map of Philippines showing all 5 PPCS zones and their central meridians.
- Comparison diagram: PPCS zone widths and CM positions (117°, 119°, 121°, 123°, 125°E).
- Schematic cross-section of PPCS TM projection with k₀ = 0.99995.
Formulas
Formula
UTM Zone from longitude: Zone = ⌊(λ + 180) / 6⌋ + 1
Meaning
λ in degrees; applies to any longitude from −180° to +180°
Watch Out
Floor function rounds DOWN. λ = 120.5°E gives ⌊(120.5 + 180) / 6⌋ + 1 = ⌊50.083⌋ + 1 = 50 + 1 = 51 (not 50).
When To Use
Given a point's longitude, determine its UTM zone instantly
Formula
PPCS Zone from longitude: Select zone with nearest CM to the given longitude
Meaning
CMs are at 117°, 119°, 121°, 123°, 125°E; choose the closest one
Watch Out
PPCS zones are NOT equal-width. Zone III (121°E) covers most of central Philippines. Always measure distance to all 5 CMs and pick the minimum.
When To Use
Determine which PPCS zone a Philippine point belongs to
Section Title
Zone Selection & Determination
Important Facts
- UTM zone boundaries occur every 6° of longitude (0°, ±6°, ±12°, …, ±180°).
- PPCS zones do NOT have fixed boundaries; instead, use nearest-CM rule.
- A survey in a region near a zone boundary should stay within ONE zone to avoid coordinate transformations.
- When crossing a UTM or PPCS zone boundary, field coordinates must be transformed using full Transverse Mercator equations.
- Philippines: most land area uses PPCS Zone III (CM 121°E); western regions use Zone I or II; eastern regions use Zone IV or V.
- UTM Zones 50N and 51N cover the entire Philippines. Zone 50 covers ~117°–123°E; Zone 51 covers ~123°–129°E.
- For small projects (< 100 km²), work entirely within ONE zone to minimise projection distortion.
- Large projects spanning zones should either use UTM (simpler conversion) or apply zone-transition formulas.
Key Definitions
Term
Zone Boundary
Example
UTM Zone 50/51 boundary is at 123°E. A point at exactly 123°E could use Zone 50 or 51 (but typically use the zone whose CM is nearer).
Definition
Longitude line where two adjacent zones meet; a point ON the boundary can legitimately use either zone.
Diagrams To Know
- Longitude scale showing all UTM zone boundaries and PPCS CM positions overlaid.
- Decision tree: Given a longitude, identify both UTM and PPCS zones.
Formulas
Formula
Grid Coordinate = False Origin + (Projected Distance) × Scale Factor
Meaning
False Origin = (500,000 m, 0 m) for UTM/PPCS in northern hemisphere; Scale Factor = k₀ at CM
Watch Out
False origins prevent negative eastings/northings. Always ADD the false origin, do NOT subtract. For south hemisphere (not applicable to PH), false northing = 10,000,000 m.
When To Use
Convert ellipsoidal/geodetic coordinates to grid coordinates via TM projection
Formula
Distortion Factor d = k₀ + k₂(y)² / (2R²)
Meaning
y = distance from CM in metres; k₀ = scale factor at CM; k₂ = coefficient; R = Earth's radius
Watch Out
This is an approximate formula. At y = 0 (CM), d = k₀. At y = 180 km, distortion may reach ±0.05% — still within UTM's design tolerance.
When To Use
Estimate scale factor variation away from the CM (distortion increases with distance from CM)
Common Values
Value
500,000 m
Symbol
E₀
Quantity
False easting for UTM
Value
0 m
Symbol
N₀
Quantity
False northing for UTM (north hemisphere)
Value
10,000,000 m
Symbol
N₀
Quantity
False northing for UTM (south hemisphere)
Value
500,000 m
Symbol
E₀
Quantity
False easting for PPCS
Value
0 m
Symbol
N₀
Quantity
False northing for PPCS
Value
0.9996
Symbol
k₀_UTM
Quantity
Scale factor at CM (UTM)
Value
0.99995
Symbol
k₀_PPCS
Quantity
Scale factor at CM (PPCS)
Section Title
False Origins & Scale Factors
Important Facts
- Both UTM and PPCS use false easting = 500,000 m to avoid negative eastings.
- False easting is purely arbitrary; it does NOT affect distance calculations — you can always subtract 500,000 m to get distance from CM.
- UTM false northing = 0 m for north hemisphere (PH); south hemisphere = 10,000,000 m (to keep all northings positive south of equator).
- PPCS uses false northing = 0 m everywhere (Philippines is entirely north of equator).
- Scale factor at CM: UTM k₀ = 0.9996; PPCS k₀ = 0.99995. This means grid distances are SHORTER than ellipsoidal distances by ~0.04% and ~0.005%, respectively.
- Away from the CM, scale factor INCREASES (approaches 1.0 or > 1.0 at zone edges), so grid distances become LONGER than ellipsoidal distances.
- UTM zones are designed so maximum distortion at zone edge ≤ 0.1%.
- PPCS zones are narrower, so distortion stays < 0.01% within the zone.
- False origin location is purely conventional (for UTM/PPCS, always at (500,000 m, 0 m) or (500,000 m, 10,000,000 m)); it does NOT change the projection mathematics.
Key Definitions
Term
False Easting
Example
A point 3 km west of the CM (Δx = −3000 m) has easting E = 500,000 − 3000 = 497,000 m (still positive).
Definition
Constant offset (500,000 m for UTM/PPCS) added to all projected eastings to keep them positive and far from zero.
Term
False Northing
Example
UTM/PPCS northings in Philippines start at 0 m at the equator and increase northward.
Definition
Constant offset added to all projected northings. For Philippines (northern hemisphere), false northing = 0 m; for southern hemisphere = 10,000,000 m.
Term
Distortion / Scale Distortion
Example
At the UTM CM (k = 0.9996), all distances are 0.04% too short. Away from CM, distortion increases.
Definition
Difference between grid distance and true ellipsoidal distance due to the projection; minimised near the CM where k ≈ k₀.
Diagrams To Know
- Graph showing scale factor k vs. distance from CM (dips to k₀ at CM, rises toward zone edges).
- Schematic of false origin on a TM grid (mark the 500,000 m false easting and 0 m false northing position).
Section Title
Worked Exam Problems & Solutions
Important Facts
- PROBLEM 1: Find UTM zone for λ = 121°E. Solution: Zone = ⌊(121 + 180) / 6⌋ + 1 = ⌊50.167⌋ + 1 = 50 + 1 = 51N. (ANSWER: Zone 51N)
- PROBLEM 2: Find CM of UTM Zone 50. Solution: CM = 6(50) − 183 = 300 − 183 = 117°E. (ANSWER: 117°E)
- PROBLEM 3: A point is 2500 m east of the UTM Zone 51 CM. Find its grid easting. Solution: E = 500,000 + 2500 × 0.9996 = 500,000 + 2499 = 502,499 m. (ANSWER: E ≈ 502,499 m)
- PROBLEM 4: Which PPCS zone for λ = 118.9°E? CMs: 117°, 119°, 121°, 123°, 125°E. Distance to each: |118.9−117| = 1.9°, |118.9−119| = 0.1°, |118.9−121| = 2.1°, |118.9−123| = 4.1°, |118.9−125| = 6.1°. Minimum = 0.1°, so PPCS Zone II (CM 119°E). (ANSWER: Zone II)
- PROBLEM 5: PPCS Zone III, point is 4000 m west of CM. Find easting. Solution: E = 500,000 + (−4000) × 0.99995 = 500,000 − 3999.8 ≈ 496,000 m. (ANSWER: E ≈ 496,000 m)
- PROBLEM 6: UTM Zone boundary is at 123°E. What are the zones on either side? Solution: Zone with CM < 123°E is Zone 50 (CM 117°E); Zone with CM > 123°E is Zone 51 (CM 123°E). Wait, recalculate: Zone 50: CM = 6(50)−183 = 117°E; Zone 51: CM = 6(51)−183 = 123°E. Boundary = (117+123)/2 = 120°E. (ANSWER: Zones 50 and 51 meet at ~120°E.)
- PROBLEM 7: A survey spans from 122°E to 124°E. How many UTM zones? Solution: 122°E is in Zone 51 (123°E CM), 124°E is also in Zone 51. (ANSWER: Only Zone 51; no zone crossing.)
- PROBLEM 8: Scale factor at 100 km from UTM CM. Use d ≈ k₀ + (y²)/(2R²). y = 100,000 m, R ≈ 6,371,000 m, k₀ = 0.9996. d ≈ 0.9996 + (10¹⁰)/(2 × (6.371×10⁶)²) ≈ 0.9996 + 0.0000123 ≈ 0.99971. (ANSWER: k ≈ 1.00007; distortion ≈ +0.007%.)
Section Title
Philippine Laws & Standards (RA 4374, RA 8560, PD 1529, CA 141)
Important Facts
- RA 4374 established PPCS as the official plane coordinate system for Philippine cadastral/topographic surveys.
- RA 8560 amended RA 4374 to recognise GPS and other modern technologies; requires all new surveys to use PRS92/PPCS.
- PD 1529 requires accurate land boundaries; surveyors must report coordinates in official systems (PPCS or approved equivalents).
- CA 141 applies to public land surveys; private surveyors use PPCS for consistency with government records.
- For official/legal documents (deeds, titles, BIR), PPCS coordinates are mandatory in the Philippines.
- UTM is acceptable for non-official mapping (general reference, engineering projects not requiring title registration).
- Transformation from WGS84 (GPS) to PRS92/PPCS is required by law before filing with BIR, LRA, or DENR.
- Surveyors licensed in the Philippines MUST know PPCS zone selection and coordinate transformation.
- Discrepancies between GPS (WGS84) and PPCS coordinates arise from datum shift (PRS92 ≠ WGS84); difference ~0.5–1.5 m in Philippines.
Key Definitions
Term
RA 4374 (Cadastral Law of the Philippines, 1966)
Example
All BIR Tax Declarations and property descriptions must use PPCS coordinates in cadastral documents.
Definition
Mandates the use of PRS92 and PPCS for all cadastral surveys and land records in the Philippines.
Term
RA 8560 (Amendments to RA 4374, 1998)
Example
Surveys conducted before 1998 using old datums must be re-referenced to PRS92 for official registration.
Definition
Modernises RA 4374; allows use of GPS and other modern surveying technologies; requires conversion of old TM coordinates to PRS92/PPCS.
Term
PD 1529 (Decree for Land Titles Adjudication, 1978)
Example
When registering property at LRA, boundaries must be given in PPCS coordinates (or other standardised system with proper transformation).
Definition
Defines property boundaries and title registration procedures; requires accurate coordinate referencing in land records.
Term
CA 141 (Public Land Act, 1936)
Example
DENR uses PPCS for forest/mining claims; NHA uses PPCS for subdivision projects.
Definition
Governs disposition of public lands; requires surveys in approved coordinate systems for land allocations and records.
Diagrams To Know
- Flowchart: Given a GPS point in WGS84, transform to PPCS and determine zone.
Must Remember
- UTM zone formula: Zone = ⌊(λ + 180) / 6⌋ + 1. Always add 180 FIRST, then divide by 6, then floor, then add 1. CRITICAL: Do NOT subtract 180 or use modulo.
- UTM k₀ = 0.9996 vs PPCS k₀ = 0.99995. Two DIFFERENT systems with slightly different scale factors. Know which one to use!
- UTM covers the world (60 zones, 6° each); PPCS is Philippine-only (5 zones with CMs at 117°, 119°, 121°, 123°, 125°E). Check the problem statement to know which system is being used.
- False easting = 500,000 m for both UTM and PPCS. This keeps all eastings positive. Do NOT forget to add it when converting from ellipsoidal coordinates to grid coordinates.
- PPCS is based on PRS92 (Clarke 1866 ellipsoid); UTM is based on WGS84. GPS data (WGS84) MUST be transformed to PRS92 before using PPCS. This is a legal requirement in the Philippines (RA 4374, RA 8560).
- Central Meridian (CM) for UTM Zone n: CM = 6n − 183. Memorise this formula or remember: Zone 1 CM = −177°; Zone 60 CM = 177°.
- Philippines is covered by UTM Zones 50N (CM 117°E) and 51N (CM 123°E). Zone boundary is at ~120°E. Zones 50 and 51 overlap the PPCS zones.
- False northing: UTM = 0 m for north hemisphere (PH = 0 m); south hemisphere = 10,000,000 m. PPCS = 0 m everywhere. Philippines is entirely north of equator, so false northing = 0 for both systems.
- Scale factor at zone edge vs at CM: At CM, k = k₀ (exact). Away from CM, k increases (grid distances become relatively LONGER than ellipsoidal distances). UTM zones tolerate distortion < 0.1% at edge; PPCS narrower zones have < 0.01%.
- Easting formula: E = 500,000 + Δx · k₀, where Δx = signed distance from CM (positive east, negative west). If Δx = −2000 m (west of CM), then E = 500,000 − 2000 ≈ 498,000 m (still positive due to false origin).
Last Minute Tips
- Before any zone calculation, CHECK THE PROBLEM STATEMENT. If it says 'PRC exam' or 'Philippines', default to PPCS unless explicitly told UTM. If international or global, use UTM. PPCS is mandated by RA 4374 for official Philippine surveys.
- For PPCS zone selection, ALWAYS compute distance from the given longitude to all 5 CMs (117°, 119°, 121°, 123°, 125°E) and pick the SMALLEST distance. Do NOT use a formula; use nearest-neighbour. Zone III (121°E) covers most of central Philippines.
- When asked 'Find the zone', include both the zone NUMBER and the hemisphere designation (e.g., 'Zone 51N', not just '51'). For PPCS, say 'Zone III', not 'Zone 3'.
- If a problem asks for easting but gives distance from CM, DO NOT forget to MULTIPLY by k₀ BEFORE adding the false easting. Common error: E = 500,000 + 3000 (wrong); correct: E = 500,000 + 3000 × 0.9996 ≈ 502,999 m.
- PRC-style trick: Problems may give a PPCS coordinate and ask 'Is this in the correct zone?' Check by converting back: Easting minus 500,000, divide by k₀, then compare to the zone's CM. If distance > 1.5°, likely wrong zone (or the survey spans zones, which requires clarification).
Comparison Tables
Rows
Values
- 6° longitude
- Variable (2–3° between CMs)
Property
Zone width
Values
- 60 (global)
- 5 (Philippines only)
Property
Number of zones
Values
- Every 6° (−180°, −174°, …, 174°, 180°)
- 117°E, 119°E, 121°E, 123°E, 125°E
Property
Central meridians
Values
- 0.9996
- 0.99995
Property
Scale factor k₀
Values
- 500,000 m
- 500,000 m
Property
False easting
Values
- 0 m (N); 10,000,000 m (S)
- 0 m
Property
False northing
Values
- WGS84 (standard)
- PRS92 (Clarke 1866)
Property
Reference datum
Values
- Global mapping, GPS, general reference
- Philippine official/cadastral surveys, LRA registration, BIR
Property
Typical use
Values
- ≤ 0.1% at zone edge
- < 0.01% within zone
Property
Maximum distortion
Values
- Zone = ⌊(λ+180)/6⌋ + 1
- Select zone with nearest CM
Property
Zone selection formula
Columns
- Feature
- UTM
- PPCS
Table Title
UTM vs PPCS — Critical Differences
Rows
Values
- 117°E
- Mindanao west coast
- Zamboanga, Basilan
Property
I
Values
- 119°E
- Central Mindanao, south Visayas
- Davao, Cotabato, parts of Visayas
Property
II
Values
- 121°E
- Central Philippines (Luzon, central Visayas, E Mindanao)
- Metro Manila, Quezon, Palawan, Cebu, Negros, much of Mindanao
Property
III
Values
- 123°E
- NE Luzon, offshore islands
- Cagayan, Isabela, offshore territories
Property
IV
Values
- 125°E
- Easternmost Philippines
- Rare; mostly open ocean east of PH
Property
V
Columns
- Zone
- Central Meridian
- Approx. coverage
- Typical provinces
Table Title
PPCS Zone Quick Reference
Rows
Values
- 117°E
- 114°E – 120°E
- W and central Mindanao, W Visayas
Property
50N
Values
- 123°E
- 120°E – 126°E
- Luzon, central & E Mindanao, E Visayas
Property
51N
Columns
- Zone
- Central Meridian
- Longitude range
- Philippine coverage
Table Title
UTM Zone Reference (Philippines)
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