A2 5mm Hex Grid Paper PDF
A2 portrait | 5mm hexes | Flat top
A2 landscape hex grid paper
A2 Landscape 5mm Pointy-Top Hex Grid Paper PDF
This A2 landscape template uses pointy-top hexagons with a vertex at the top and bottom and 5mm edge lengths on a 420 x 594 mm page. Use it for vertical maps, alternate game layouts, and connected diagrams, or customize the colors and margins.
- Paper
- A2 / Landscape
- Format
- PDF / PNG
- Hex edge
- 5mm
- Layout
- Pointy top
Choose hex orientation
Template details
About this landscape A2 5mm pointy-top hex grid
A2 provides four times the area of A4 for technical drawings, classroom displays, and projects that need a large metric grid. Every hexagon has a 5mm edge, a 10 mm point-to-point diameter, and a 8.7 mm flat-to-flat diameter.
Pointy-top hexes have a vertex at the top and bottom and form staggered rows across the page. The centered grid area is approximately 567.2 x 400 mm and contains about 65 x 53 staggered hex positions.
- Paper size
- 420 x 594 mm (16.54 x 23.39 in)
- Hex edge length
- 5mm
- Grid area
- 567.2 x 400 mm
- Hex positions
- 65 x 53
Why use A2 5mm pointy-top hex paper?
A 5mm hex grid fits more cells on each sheet for compact maps, dense diagrams, fine game planning, and technical layouts.
Maps and tabletop games
Each cell has six evenly arranged neighbors, making the 5mm grid useful for movement, distance, terrain, encounters, and board-game layouts.
Chemistry and technical diagrams
Use the repeated six-sided cells for molecular sketches, network diagrams, tiling studies, spatial planning, and designs built from connected units.
Pointy Top layouts on A2
Pointy-top grids suit vertically organized maps, alternate game-board layouts, and routes that visually emphasize north-south movement. A2 is suited to large plans, displays, and technical drawings.
A2 vs A3 5mm hex paper
Both formats preserve the same 5mm edge length and pointy-top layout. Choose A2 for large plans, displays, and technical drawings; choose A3 when engineering sketches and larger diagrams better matches the printer or project.
Open A3 5mm pointy-top hex paper →| Comparison | A2 | A3 |
|---|---|---|
| Page size | 420 x 594 mm (16.54 x 23.39 in) | 297 x 420 mm (11.69 x 16.54 in) |
| Grid area | 567.2 x 400 mm | 394.0 x 272.5 mm |
| Hex positions | 65 x 53 | 45 x 36 |
| Hex dimensions | 10 mm × 8.7 mm | 10 mm × 8.7 mm |
Print A2 hex grid paper at the correct scale
Use the PDF when the physical hex dimensions matter. The edge length and repeated geometry are preserved when the printer uses the correct paper and scale settings.
- 1
Load A2 paper
Load 420 x 594 mm paper and select A2 in the print dialog. A large-format printer may be required.
- 2
Use Actual Size
Select Actual Size or 100% scale. Turn off Fit, Shrink, and Scale to Page options.
- 3
Match landscape orientation
Keep the print dialog set to landscape so the grid is not rotated or reduced automatically.
- 4
Check one hex edge
Use a ruler to confirm that one straight side of a hexagon measures 5mm.
More A2 Hex Grid Paper Templates
12 ready-made templates are available for this paper size.
A2 Landscape 5mm Hex Grid Paper PDF
A2 landscape | 5mm hexes | Flat top
A2 5mm Pointy Top Hex Grid Paper PDF
A2 portrait | 5mm hexes | Pointy top
A2 Landscape 5mm Pointy Top Hex Grid Paper PDF
A2 landscape | 5mm hexes | Pointy top
A2 6mm Hex Grid Paper PDF
A2 portrait | 6mm hexes | Flat top
A2 Landscape 6mm Hex Grid Paper PDF
A2 landscape | 6mm hexes | Flat top
A2 6mm Pointy Top Hex Grid Paper PDF
A2 portrait | 6mm hexes | Pointy top
A2 Landscape 6mm Pointy Top Hex Grid Paper PDF
A2 landscape | 6mm hexes | Pointy top
A2 10mm Hex Grid Paper PDF
A2 portrait | 10mm hexes | Flat top
A2 Landscape 10mm Hex Grid Paper PDF
A2 landscape | 10mm hexes | Flat top
A2 10mm Pointy Top Hex Grid Paper PDF
A2 portrait | 10mm hexes | Pointy top
A2 Landscape 10mm Pointy Top Hex Grid Paper PDF
A2 landscape | 10mm hexes | Pointy top
FAQ
Answers specific to printing 5mm pointy-top hex grid paper on A2.
What does 5mm hex size mean?
The listed size is the length of one straight hexagon edge. Each cell measures 10 mm from opposite points and approximately 8.7 mm between opposite flat sides.
How many hexes fit on A2 paper?
This landscape template contains approximately 65 x 53 staggered hex positions inside a 567.2 x 400 mm centered grid area. Edge cells can be clipped by the rectangular border.
Should I use flat-top or pointy-top hexes?
Choose the orientation that matches your map, game system, or diagram. Both provide six equal neighbors and identical cell dimensions; pointy top is simply a 30-degree rotation of flat top.
Which print setting keeps the hexes true to size?
Select A2 paper, use Actual Size or 100% scale, and disable Fit to Page. Then verify that one edge measures 5mm.
Should I use portrait or landscape A2 hex paper?
Portrait is useful for tall maps and vertically organized diagrams. Landscape provides more horizontal room for wide maps, encounters, routes, and board layouts.