Sans Normal Kabas 18 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Segoe UI' by Microsoft Corporation, 'Andulka Sans' by Storm Type Foundry, and 'Depot New' by moretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, sportswear, packaging, sporty, dynamic, confident, friendly, modern, impact, momentum, modernization, approachability, emphasis, oblique, geometric, rounded, compact, high-impact.
This typeface is a heavy, oblique sans with smooth, rounded contours and a compact overall stance. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal contrast, and curves tend to be elliptical rather than calligraphic, giving the alphabet a clean, engineered feel. Terminals are mostly blunt and softly rounded, counters stay fairly open for the weight, and the slant is steady across capitals, lowercase, and figures, producing a forward-leaning rhythm. Proportions vary slightly by letter (wider rounds and narrower verticals), helping the texture avoid monotony at larger sizes.
Best suited to headlines and display typography where the bold, slanted forms can deliver impact and motion. It works well for branding, promotional copy, posters, packaging, and sports- or fitness-adjacent graphics. In longer passages it remains legible at large sizes, but its density and slant suggest using it sparingly for emphasis rather than continuous small text.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a sporty momentum created by the consistent slant and dense weight. Its rounded geometry keeps it approachable rather than aggressive, making it feel contemporary and promotional while still friendly.
The design appears intended to provide a modern, geometric-leaning sans with built-in speed and emphasis, combining a strong weight with rounded forms for approachable impact. Its consistent oblique angle and sturdy construction suggest a focus on high-visibility messaging and contemporary brand voice.
Lowercase forms read as sturdy and simplified, with single-storey constructions where expected and a generally smooth, rounded bowl language. Numerals match the same chunky, oblique construction, suited to attention-grabbing settings rather than quiet text. In the sample paragraph, spacing appears tuned for headline use, producing a tight, punchy color.