Sans Contrasted Ragol 13 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, bold, confident, friendly, retro, punchy, attention, impact, approachability, display strength, chunky, rounded, soft corners, high impact, display.
This typeface is a heavy, wide sans with compact counters and softly rounded joins that keep the dense strokes from feeling sharp. Shapes are built from straightforward, geometric-ish forms, but with subtly eased corners and slightly modulated stroke thickness that adds warmth and rhythm. Uppercase letters read sturdy and blocklike, while the lowercase maintains large, open bowls and a prominent, readable x-height, helping the set stay clear despite the weight. The numerals follow the same robust construction, with broad silhouettes and simplified interior spaces that prioritize impact.
It performs best in high-impact applications such as headlines, posters, brand marks, packaging, and short-form signage where its width and heavy color can do the work. It’s also suitable for punchy subheads and callouts, especially when paired with a lighter companion for body text.
Overall, it feels assertive and upbeat—designed to grab attention without becoming aggressive. The combination of bulk, width, and softened details lends a friendly, slightly retro tone that suits energetic messaging and bold branding.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visibility and a friendly, contemporary-display presence, balancing strong silhouettes with rounded, softened construction for approachability. Its consistent, chunky rhythm suggests a focus on bold messaging rather than delicate typographic nuance.
In longer sample text, the weight produces strong word shapes and a consistent dark color; spacing appears tuned for display sizes where the tight counters and wide forms read cleanly. The design’s softened geometry keeps it approachable in headlines, while the dense texture can feel heavy if set too small or too tightly tracked.