--- product_id: 371400924 title: "MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and" brand: "maptools" price: "£25.09" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Map Tools" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/371400924-maptools-improved-military-style-mgrs-utm-coordinate-grid-reader store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 33% thicker durable plastic Multi-scale precision Dual compass rose (Degrees & Mils) MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and **Brand:** maptools **Price:** £25.09 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🧭 Navigate Like a Pro, Anywhere, Anytime! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and by maptools - **How much does it cost?** £25.09 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/371400924-maptools-improved-military-style-mgrs-utm-coordinate-grid-reader) ## 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 - • **Enhanced Readability:** White ink bands under compass roses ensure clear readings on any map background. - • **Compact & Pocket-Ready:** Sized like a music CD (4.5" x 4.5") with rounded corners to prevent wear and tear. - • **Military-Grade Durability:** Crafted from 30 mil plastic, 33% thicker than standard for rugged field use. - • **Trusted by NATO & US Forces:** An improved version of the iconic GTA 5-2-12, used worldwide by professionals. - • **Pinpoint Accuracy Across Scales:** Supports 6 map scales from 1:10,000 to 1:500,000 for ultimate versatility. ## Overview The MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader is a compact, durable, and highly precise tool designed for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts. It supports multiple map scales including the common 1:24,000 USGS topo maps, features dual compass roses marked in degrees and mils, and is made from 33% thicker plastic than standard military issue for enhanced durability. Its design improvements make it easier to read and carry, making it a trusted choice for NATO and US military forces worldwide. ## 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: Amazing quality - And it comes with a pile of additional training materials. Review: Justo la calidad que buscaba. - 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: 1:24,000 1:25,000 1:50,000 1:10,000 1:100,000 1:250,000 1:500,000 - 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 | |---------------|-------| | Color | White | | Material Type | Plastic | | Batteries Included? | No | | Brand | MapTools | | Manufacturer | MapTools | | Item model number | HRD2-PN-897039574 | | Product Dimensions | 12.07 x 12.07 x 0.08 cm; 25.51 g | | ASIN | B003NAOERO | ## Images ![MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81yhi5Y+nJL.jpg) ![MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91o22p517eL.jpg) ![MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91K43metU-L.jpg) ![MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91yzdX-2oLL.jpg) ![MapTools Improved Military Style MGRS/UTM Coordinate Grid Reader, and - 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 ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing quality *by A***R on 14 March 2026* And it comes with a pile of additional training materials. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Justo la calidad que buscaba. *by R***C on 1 February 2021* Excelente calidad e material e impresión. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome Protractor and practice material *by A***R on 8 March 2026* What's awesome is not only is it a good map protractor but it came with good instructions AND it came 3 pages of practice material. That's pretty cool. Very well done and very well made. ## 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.co.uk/products/371400924-maptools-improved-military-style-mgrs-utm-coordinate-grid-reader](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/371400924-maptools-improved-military-style-mgrs-utm-coordinate-grid-reader) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-07-17*