Grid Square Calculator

Convert between coordinates and Maidenhead Grid Square locators used in ham radio.

πŸ“ Coordinates β†’ Grid Square

Grid Square:

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πŸ—ΊοΈ Grid Square β†’ Coordinates

Center Coordinates:

Latitude: -

Longitude: -

πŸ“‘ About Grid Squares

  • β€’ Also called Maidenhead Locator System
  • β€’ Used for VHF/UHF contests and awards
  • β€’ 4-char: ~120km Γ— 60km area
  • β€’ 6-char: ~5km Γ— 2.5km area
  • β€’ 8-char: ~0.2km Γ— 0.1km area

🌏 Indian Examples

  • β€’ MK82qs - Bangalore (VU2/VU3)
  • β€’ MK68 - Mumbai (VU2)
  • β€’ NK88 - Delhi (VU2)
  • β€’ MK87 - Chennai (VU2)
  • β€’ NK79 - Kolkata (VU2)