Sans Normal Afdob 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Franklin Gothic' and 'ITC Franklin Gothic LT' by ITC and 'Franklin Gothic' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, sportswear, dynamic, confident, modern, sporty, friendly, energy, clarity, impact, contemporary, rounded, geometric, slanted, clean, compact.
A slanted sans with rounded, geometric construction and smooth, continuous curves. Strokes stay even and solid, with little visible modulation, producing a clean, high-impact texture. Counters are generally open and circular, and joins are streamlined, giving letters a cohesive, engineered rhythm. The overall footprint is slightly compact with energetic forward slant, while maintaining clear, simple silhouettes across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals.
This font is well suited to headlines, logos, and short-to-medium length messaging where strong presence and quick readability matter. It works especially well for contemporary branding systems, packaging callouts, event posters, and sports or tech-adjacent visuals that benefit from a dynamic italic voice.
The forward lean and sturdy forms create a sense of motion and confidence. Its rounded geometry keeps the tone approachable rather than rigid, making it feel contemporary and purposeful—well suited to messaging that wants to be assertive without becoming harsh.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, energetic sans that reads cleanly while projecting speed and confidence. Rounded geometry and consistent stroke weight suggest an emphasis on clarity and cohesion across a broad set of basic characters.
The numerals follow the same rounded, simplified logic as the letters, reading clearly at display sizes. The italic angle is consistent across the set, reinforcing a unified, fast-paced voice in text.