Sans Superellipse Hurin 2 is a very bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Railroad Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'MARLIN' by Komet & Flicker, 'Fort Yukon' by Larin Type Co, 'Posterman' by Mans Greback, 'Oxford Press' by Set Sail Studios, and 'Merchanto' by Type Juice (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, sports branding, industrial, athletic, punchy, utilitarian, retro, space saving, high impact, signage clarity, uniform texture, rugged modernity, condensed, blocky, rounded corners, square-ovals, compact.
A compact, heavy sans with squared-off curves and rounded-rectangle counters that give the letters a superelliptical, block-built feel. Strokes remain largely even, with broad verticals, short horizontal arms, and tight apertures that keep forms dense and space-efficient. Round letters like O/C/G read more like softened rectangles than circles, while joins and terminals stay blunt and clean, creating a consistent, tightly packed texture in text. Numerals follow the same sturdy geometry, with clear, simple silhouettes and minimal internal detail.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, storefront or wayfinding-style signage, and packaging where a dense, space-saving bold is beneficial. It can also work for sports or event branding that needs a compact, forceful voice, while longer passages benefit from ample size and spacing.
The overall tone is strong, no-nonsense, and impact-driven, with a hint of retro signage and athletic headline energy. Its compact proportions and chunky forms feel assertive and functional, prioritizing bold presence over delicacy.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver maximum impact in limited horizontal space, using squared curves and uniform stroke weight to maintain a consistent, rugged texture. The softened-rectangle geometry suggests an intention to feel modern and engineered while still referencing classic condensed display sans traditions.
The design’s rhythm is highly uniform, producing a dark, even color in paragraphs and especially in all-caps settings. Tight counters and condensed shapes can make small sizes feel crowded, but they reinforce the font’s punch and economy in space.