Coverage Map: How to Check RTK Coverage Before Field Work

Learn how to read the RTK coverage map, understand 2 cm and 2-10 cm accuracy zones, and verify your area before deployment. 20,000+ stations, 140+ countries.

RTKdata.com operates 20,000+ active reference stations worldwide across 140+ countries and 4,600+ cities, delivering centimeter-level positioning accuracy.


How to Read the Map

The coverage map shows two zones:

  • 2 cm zone — RTK FIX reliable, survey-grade accuracy

  • 2–10 cm zone — RTK FIX achievable, good for mapping and agriculture

If your work area is inside a colored zone, RTKdata will work for you. If you're outside or near the edge, start a free trial and test on-site — some areas have coverage beyond what the map shows.


Before Field Deployment

  1. Check the map — verify your project area has coverage: rtkdata.com/coverage

  2. Test on-site — run a quick outdoor FIX test before committing to a full survey day

  3. Note on heights — elevation values are ellipsoidal by default. Apply a geoid model if you need orthometric (sea level) heights. See Understanding Heights.


Mountpoint Recommendation

Use the AUTO mountpoint — it automatically applies the correct regional datum:

Region
Datum applied by AUTO

United States

NAD83(2011)

Europe

ETRS89 / ETRF2000

Australia

GDA2020

New Zealand

NZGD2000

For global applications, use AUTO_WGS84 or AUTO_ITRF2020. See Network & Mountpoints for details.


No Coverage in Your Area?

  • Try it anyway — the free trial lets you test. Coverage may extend beyond the map.

  • Host a base station — RTKdata provides free hardware in exchange for 1 year of free service. See Host a Base Station.

  • Check back regularly — the network is constantly expanding with new stations.

Start your 30-day Free Trial — no credit card required, auto-ends.

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