Sans Normal Utbuk 12 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Fact' by ParaType and 'Nuno' by Type.p (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports graphics, ui labels, sporty, modernist, efficient, energetic, technical, space saving, add emphasis, convey speed, modern clarity, oblique, condensed, monoline, linear, clean.
A condensed, oblique sans with monoline strokes and smoothly rounded curves. Letterforms are tall and compact, with tight internal counters and a forward-leaning axis that creates a quick, directional rhythm. Terminals are clean and mostly sheared rather than calligraphic, and round letters (like O, C, e) read as slightly elliptical, reinforcing the streamlined, engineered feel. Numerals follow the same slanted, compact construction for consistent texture in running text.
Well suited to headlines and short bursts of copy where a condensed, forward-leaning emphasis is desirable. It can work effectively in branding and sports or tech-forward graphics, and it’s also appropriate for UI labels or navigational text when space is limited and a dynamic tone is wanted.
The overall tone is brisk and contemporary, with an energetic, in-motion character. Its forward slant and compact proportions suggest speed and efficiency, giving it a confident, utilitarian voice suited to modern communication.
The font appears designed to deliver a compact, fast-looking sans that emphasizes motion and economy of space while staying clean and legible. Its restrained, linear construction suggests an intention to provide an efficient italic voice for contemporary editorial and display use.
The design maintains a consistent slant across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, producing an even, italic color on the line. The condensed width makes it space-efficient while preserving clear silhouettes through simple, open constructions and restrained detailing.