Wagner VI projection

Wagner VI is a pseudocylindrical whole Earth map projection.

Like the Robinson projection, it is a compromise projection, not having any special attributes other than a pleasing, low distortion appearance.

Wagner VI is equivalent to the Kavrayskiy VII horizontally elongated by a factor of

This elongation results in proper preservation of shapes near the equator but slightly more distortion overall.

The aspect ratio of this projection is 2:1, as formed by the ratio of the equator to the central meridian.

This matches the ratio of Earth’s equator to any meridian.

The Wagner VI is defined by: [1] [2]

φ π

Inverse formula:

Wagner VI projection of the world