Sans Normal Kobuz 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mollen' by Eko Bimantara, 'FF DIN' and 'FF DIN Paneuropean' by FontFont, 'Ninova' by Fontuma, 'Lyu Lin' by Stefan Stoychev, and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, sporty, dynamic, confident, friendly, modern, impact, motion, attention, clarity, oblique, geometric, rounded, compact, clean.
This typeface is a heavy, oblique sans with smooth, rounded curves and a clean, geometric construction. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal contrast, and terminals are largely blunt with occasional soft rounding that keeps forms from feeling sharp. Counters are open and well-defined, with circular and oval shapes driving letters like C, G, O, and e, while diagonals (A, K, N, V, W, X) are sturdy and high-impact. The lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, compact bowls, and a straightforward, utilitarian rhythm that holds up well at larger sizes.
It performs best in short to medium-length display settings where its heavy weight and slant can deliver impact—headlines, posters, campaign graphics, sports and event branding, and product packaging. It can also work for UI or signage callouts when a strong, energetic emphasis is desired, provided generous spacing is available.
The overall tone is energetic and forward-leaning, with a punchy, athletic feel. Its rounded geometry and steady weight add approachability, while the strong slant gives it motion and urgency suited to attention-grabbing messaging.
The design appears intended as a modern, high-visibility oblique sans that combines geometric clarity with a lively, forward-driving stance. Its consistent stroke weight and rounded forms prioritize bold presence and quick recognition in branding and display contexts.
The italic angle is pronounced enough to read as intentionally oblique rather than a subtle slant, reinforcing a sense of speed. Numerals are robust and simple, matching the letterforms with rounded curves and dense color for consistent emphasis.