Stencil Impi 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Myriad' by Adobe; 'Frutiger', 'Neue Frutiger', 'Neue Frutiger Cyrillic', and 'Neue Frutiger Paneuropean' by Linotype; 'Niko' by Ludwig Type; and 'Alber New' by moretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, sportswear, packaging, industrial, tactical, assertive, mechanical, sporty, impact, movement, utility, marking, ruggedness, slanted, angular, compact, high-impact, segmented.
A heavy, right-slanted stencil with angular, cut-in terminals and clear bridge breaks that segment bowls and stems. Letterforms are built from broad, low-contrast strokes with squared-off edges and a crisp, machined feel, creating strong black shapes and punchy counters. The rhythm is energetic and slightly condensed in places, with some glyphs showing asymmetric, sliced openings that emphasize forward motion and a utilitarian construction.
Best suited to short, bold statements where the stencil breaks become a feature: posters, large headlines, campaign graphics, and rugged brand marks. It also fits product packaging, team or sportswear graphics, and industrial-themed identities where an engineered, marked-on look is desirable.
The overall tone reads tough and functional, like marking paint on equipment or signage on moving machinery. Its sharp cuts and aggressive slant give it a fast, tactical edge, balancing ruggedness with a modern, engineered attitude.
The design appears intended to deliver a high-impact stencil voice with a pronounced sense of motion. By combining a strong slant with clean, deliberate bridges and angular cuts, it aims to evoke practical marking systems while staying stylized enough for contemporary display typography.
Stencil joins are prominent in rounded characters and numerals, producing distinctive split forms that remain recognizable at display sizes. The italic angle and frequent diagonals create a strong directional flow, while the simplified, geometric detailing keeps the texture consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures.