Features of a Topo50 Map

Here you can learn about the different features of a Topo50 map and what they mean. Please note that the map images provided are taken from a prototype map and are for demonstration purposes only.

1. Legend key - Reference links indicate a relevant warning note or important information.
2. Back cover - Displays a locality indicator to easily see where the map sheet fits within the island-wide geographic region. Highlights warning notes, refers to the LINZ website, displays the product barcode, and includes an invitation for advice of errors or omissions.
3. Front cover - Redesigned to clearly distinguish it from the Topographic NZMS260 series. Adjacent sheet names are shown on the reference panel. An awareness panel helps identify the latest national map series first edition.
4. Format - A1 portrait.
5. Map reading references - Projection parameters provide information for the map user, including scale and information on grid referencing.