Sans Superellipse Hidom 9 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Railroad Gothic' by ATF Collection and 'Winner Sans' by sportsfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, industrial, athletic, poster, condensed, assertive, impact, space saving, bold branding, high visibility, graphic utility, blocky, squared, rounded corners, compact, heavy duty.
A condensed, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and broad, even strokes. Curves and counters tend toward superelliptical shapes, giving letters a squared-off but softened feel, while terminals are mostly flat and clean. Proportions are tall and compact, with tight apertures and small internal counters that emphasize a dense, ink-trap-free silhouette at display sizes. The lowercase follows the same sturdy geometry, with a tall x-height and simplified forms that keep rhythm uniform across words.
Best suited for headlines and short blocks of copy where density and punch matter, such as posters, event graphics, sports branding, packaging fronts, and bold UI banners. It remains clear at larger sizes and can create strong typographic color in stacked lines, but its tight counters and condensed build make it less ideal for long-form text at small sizes.
The overall tone is forceful and utilitarian, with a sporty, industrial confidence. Its compact width and blocky rounded shapes create a sense of impact and urgency, suited to messaging that needs to feel direct and strong rather than delicate or expressive.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact in minimal horizontal space while maintaining a friendly, rounded-rectangle geometry. It prioritizes strong silhouettes, consistent stroke weight, and compact rhythm to perform well in attention-driven display settings.
Round letters like O/Q and numerals show a squared, rounded-corner bowl that stays consistent across the set. Diagonals (V, W, Y, and K) are steep and sturdy, contributing to a tight, vertical texture. The punctuation shown in the sample blends in with the same blunt, functional styling, supporting a cohesive headline voice.