Sans Superellipse Tyre 5 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Bellfort' by GRIN3 (Nowak), and 'Cairoli Classic' and 'Cairoli Now' by Italiantype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, branding, vintage, industrial, rugged, playful, poster, compact impact, retro flavor, stamped texture, display utility, condensed, rounded, blunt, textured, handmade.
A condensed sans with rounded-rectangle construction and blunt terminals, giving counters and bowls a squarish, superelliptical feel. Strokes are heavy and largely uniform, with subtly uneven edges that read as inked or distressed rather than perfectly geometric. Curves are compact and tightened, straight stems are slightly organic, and apertures tend to stay narrow, creating a dense, upright rhythm. The numerals match the same compact, rounded geometry and sturdy stroke presence.
Well-suited for posters, headlines, packaging, and signage where a compact footprint and strong presence are needed. It can also work for branding marks and labels that benefit from a retro-industrial voice, especially at medium to large sizes where the textured edges become a deliberate stylistic feature.
The overall tone feels vintage and utilitarian, like stamped labeling or worn signage, while the soft rounding keeps it approachable. The slight roughness adds grit and personality, suggesting analog printing, workshop marks, or a playful throwback to mid-century display lettering.
The design appears intended to blend condensed, space-saving proportions with rounded, superelliptical forms and a lightly distressed finish, evoking analog print and stamped display type. It aims for high visual impact and character while remaining straightforward and legible in short text.
Spacing and proportions support short, emphatic setting: tall, narrow capitals and compact lowercase forms create an efficient vertical texture, while the distressed edges become more noticeable as sizes increase. The design’s rounded corners and squarish bowls help maintain clarity despite the condensed widths.