Best UltraMap XT40 – Arran Maps, Guides & Compasses

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The UltraMap XT40 series are a super light, waterproof, pocket sized set of maps covering some of the most popular areas in the UK at 1:40,000. These are ideal for runners, fastpackers and hikers who want a map for simple navigation when covering longer distances. 

Harvey Maps says

Covers a large area yet is handily compact. Pocket perfect!

Features the renowned Goat Fell, A’Chir ridge, Beinn Bharrain, Glen Sannox & Glen Rosa.

Detailed map for runners and walkers of the whole island at the magic 1:40,000 scale.

The 100km (62 miles) Arran Coastal Way is also shown. The route links the coastline of the island with the villages and the stunning scenery Arran has to offer.

Includes Gaelic-English glossary and information on local archaeological and historical sites.

Landscape and wildlife information from the

Includes 4 Corbetts and 1 Graham.

Our Verdict

The Harvey Map’s UltraMap XT40 – Arran is perfect for anyone wanting a practical and durable map to cover large areas without the need for 1:25,000 level detail. The Harvey Maps use light, waterproof paper so they are much easier to use and store than traditional paper or laminated maps. I moved over to Harvey Maps a few years ago and love using them for the weight, slim profile and waterproof nature as they are much more practical to use out on the hill. The UltraMap XT40 series is perfect for longer distances when fastpacking and running.

Due to the size of the map and the 1:40,000 scale I wouldn’t take this to somewhere new where I would need to do a lot of navigation relying upon the map but for picking out general features or use as a quick reference this is hard to beat. If you haven’t used Harvey Maps before they are different to OS maps but key features and symbols are easily understood and you soon get used to them.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Has the advantages of its bigger brothers
• Fully detailed genuine HARVEY mapping
• Use without a map case: tough and 100% waterproof
• Opens directly to either side of the sheet

Specifications

• Weight: 22g
• Scale: 1:40,000
• Ratio: 2.5cm = 1km
• Flat size: 876 x 304mm  (87.6 x 30.4cm)
• Folded size: 73 x 152mm (7.3 x 15.2cm)
• Area of mapping: 704sqkm
• Double sided: yes