--- product_id: 482390980 title: "MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and Protractor" brand: "maptools" price: "E£ 5085" currency: EGP in_stock: false reviews_count: 5 category: "Map Tools" url: https://www.desertcart.com.eg/products/482390980-maptools-improved-military-style-mgrs-utm-coordinate-grid-reader-protractor store_origin: EG region: Egypt --- # 33% thicker, ultra-durable plastic 7 map scales included Dual compass rose (degrees & mils) MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and Protractor **Brand:** maptools **Price:** E£ 5085 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🗺️ Navigate like a pro—because your next adventure deserves military precision! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and Protractor by maptools - **How much does it cost?** E£ 5085 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.eg](https://www.desertcart.com.eg/products/482390980-maptools-improved-military-style-mgrs-utm-coordinate-grid-reader-protractor) ## Best For - maptools enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted maptools brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact Powerhouse:** Sized like a music CD with rounded corners—fits effortlessly in your pocket or map case. - • **Enhanced Readability:** White ink bands under compass roses prevent tool from blending into maps for quick, clear readings. - • **Military-Grade Durability:** Crafted from 30 mil plastic, 33% thicker than standard issue to resist bending and breaking. - • **Precision Mapping Mastery:** Supports UTM, MGRS, USNG grids for pinpoint accuracy on any topographic map. - • **Versatile Scale Compatibility:** Includes 1:24,000 scale for USGS 7.5-minute maps plus six other essential scales for all terrains. ## Overview The MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader and Protractor is a compact, durable, and highly precise navigation tool designed for professional-grade map reading. Featuring seven map scales including the popular 1:24,000 USGS scale, dual compass roses marked in degrees and mils, and printed on thick, protective plastic, it offers enhanced usability and longevity. Trusted by military forces worldwide and favored by outdoor enthusiasts, this tool fits easily in your pocket while delivering unmatched accuracy for plotting and reading metric coordinate systems. ## Description This tool is used for plotting and reading UTM, MGRS, or USNG grid coordinates from topographic maps. It is an improved version of the Graphic Training Aid 5-2-12 Coordinate Scale and Protractor used by United States and NATO military forces around the world. This coordinate scale offers significant benefits over the standard issue GTA 5-2-12. By using a slot on one side of the tool for access to the map, the tool can be more compact than the traditional GTA tool. The tool features several additional map scales, including 1:24,000, which is the most common topographic map scale found within the United States. The 1:100,000 scale now spans 5km grid lines, making it much more usable. Plus, the overall dimensions of the tool have been reduced so that it is the size of a music CD, easily fitting into a pocket or any slot where you could store a CD. Rounded corners keep it from wearing holes in your pockets. The inner protractor is marked in degrees and the outer protractor is in mils. Bands of white ink are printed under the two compass roses to make reading the compass rose easier and to keep the tool from "disappearing" when you place it on the map. The tool is printed on 30 mil plastic stock with a protective coating. It is about the thickness and stiffness of a credit card. It's 33% thicker than the standard military issue version, so it's less likely to be bent or broken when you need to use it. See the photo of the tool bent almost in half with no issues. Scales x Grid Size: 1:24,000 x 1km 1:25,000 x 1km/1:250,000 x 10km 1:50,000 x 2km/1:500,000 x 20km 1:10,000 x 500m/1:100,000 x 5km (Size 4.5" x 4.5") Review: It was a pleasant surprise to see this provided with information on how to use it for people who never used it. It is durable for my hiking kit and travels well in my map case. Review: Excelente calidad e material e impresión. ## Features - For use with UTM, MGRS, USNG or other metric based coordinate systems. - For use on maps with scales of: 1:24000 1:25000 1:50000 1:10000 1:100000 1:250000 1:500000 - Compass Rose in both Degrees and Mils - This tool is an improved version of the Graphic Training Aid 5-2-12 Coordinate Scale and Protractor used by United States and NATO military forces around the world - Includes a 1:24:000 scale for USGS 7.5 minute topographic maps ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B003NAOERO | | Batteries Included | No | | Brand | MapTools | | Country of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (816) | | Date First Available | 21 October 2016 | | Item Dimensions LxWxH | 12.1 x 12.1 x 0.1 Centimeters | | Item Weight | 25.5 g | | Manufacturer | MapTools | | Material Type | plastic | ## Images ![MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and Protractor - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81yhi5Y+nJL.jpg) ![MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and Protractor - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91o22p517eL.jpg) ![MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and Protractor - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91K43metU-L.jpg) ![MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and Protractor - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91yzdX-2oLL.jpg) ![MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and Protractor - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81hMH+wwGfL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Beginner here! Pls recommend right kind of maps (brand & where to get them) for FL, GA & NC to use w/this protractor & a compass** A: Thanks for your question! The USGS Map Store is a great place to find topographic maps for this area. You will probably also find the MapTools website helpful--it has a number of great tutorials. **Q: I'm planning a trip to yellowstone and my maps are at 1:63360 scale, am I right that this won't work properly?** A: You are correct. This tool does not have a 1:63,360 scale on it. We do have several tools that do have that scale: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003CIFHHS, http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003CIA2ZU, http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005F13HUY, and http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005GR0XCW. **Q: Do they have one with 1/70,000 scale** A: We do not have a stock tool for 1:70,000 scale maps. Contact us about making custom tools for any scale. **Q: How thick is the plastic?** A: The tool is about 0.030" thick. The material is not brittle, but rather stiff and flexible. It is very similar to the thickness and flexibility of a credit card. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by J***0 on 4 April 2024* It was a pleasant surprise to see this provided with information on how to use it for people who never used it. It is durable for my hiking kit and travels well in my map case. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by R***C on 1 February 2021* Excelente calidad e material e impresión. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by A***R on 21 March 2023* I needed a protector to read USGS 1/24,000 maps. There were cheaper versions available and I had no experience with Maptools.com but I have extensive experience with paper thin plastic protractors that are cut poorly/inaccurate, bend, crack, break and scratch easily. The reviews said this company does not do cheap. The reviews were correct. Great protractor that lets me read not only 1/24,000 but 4 more scales and you get a protractor that reads degrees and mils. If that's all you got this would be a great deal but I wouldn't feel compelled to write a review. You also get a host of other material that explains how to use the protractor on various types of maps, access to a website with tutorials and a personalized declination reference card (printed on waterproof paper) based on your mailing address. All this is written and presented in a positive manner that makes you feel like these people take pride in their product and want you to enjoy the map/exploring experience with them. Highly recommend and will purchase from again without hesitation. ## Frequently Bought Together - MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and Protractor - Lifefficient Products Map Markers - Dual Tip, Pack of 5 - Military Protractor - Perfectly cut for Land Nav --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.eg/products/482390980-maptools-improved-military-style-mgrs-utm-coordinate-grid-reader-protractor](https://www.desertcart.com.eg/products/482390980-maptools-improved-military-style-mgrs-utm-coordinate-grid-reader-protractor) --- *Product available on Desertcart Egypt* *Store origin: EG* *Last updated: 2026-05-07*