Sans Superellipse Ubkav 13 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Quiel' by Ardyanatypes, 'Fairweather' by Dharma Type, 'CF Blast Gothic' by Fonts.GR, and 'CG Gothic' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, industrial, condensed, assertive, retro, utilitarian, space saving, impactful display, signage tone, geometric consistency, blocky, rounded corners, compact, sturdy, high impact.
A compact, heavy sans with tightly constrained proportions and squared-off, superelliptical curves. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing solid counters and a dense typographic color. Terminals tend to be flat and abrupt, while bowls and rounds read as rounded rectangles rather than true circles, giving the face a blocky yet softened geometry. Spacing appears tight and economical, and the overall rhythm is vertical and compressed, optimized for bold display presence.
Well-suited for headlines, poster typography, and large-scale branding where a compact, high-impact word shape is desired. It also fits packaging, labels, and signage that benefit from dense, space-efficient letterforms and a strong, industrial voice.
The font projects an assertive, industrial tone with a retro signage flavor. Its dense forms and rounded-rectangle construction feel utilitarian and no-nonsense, while the softened corners keep it from becoming overly harsh. Overall it reads as confident, functional, and attention-grabbing.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in limited horizontal space, using heavy strokes and rounded-rectangle geometry for a bold, modernized display feel. Its consistent construction prioritizes clarity and visual punch over delicacy, aiming for reliable presence in attention-driven settings.
In the samples, the heavy weight and condensed build create strong headline emphasis, but the narrow apertures and tight counters suggest it benefits from generous tracking and comfortable line spacing in longer lines. Numerals and capitals share the same sturdy, block-forward construction, supporting a consistent, poster-like voice.