Sans Normal Itbut 3 is a very bold, very wide, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Miura' by DSType, 'Gremlin' by Hazztype, 'Jasan' by Storm Type Foundry, and 'Heading Now' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, industrial, sporty, modern, friendly, impact, legibility, modernity, solidity, blocky, rounded, compact, punchy, sturdy.
A heavy, wide sans with compact counters and rounded terminals that soften an otherwise blocky silhouette. Strokes are uniform and sturdy, with broad shoulders and generous horizontal emphasis that produces a planted, stable texture in words. Curves are built from smooth arcs (notably in O/C/G), while diagonals are straight and assertive (V/W/X/Y), keeping the overall rhythm crisp. The lowercase shows a tall, prominent x-height and simplified forms with short ascenders/descenders, aiding strong color and consistency in dense settings.
Best suited to display typography where impact and presence are priorities: headlines, posters, brand marks, packaging, and storefront or wayfinding signage. It can also work for short UI labels or sports/retail promotions when strong emphasis and quick recognition are needed.
The overall tone is bold and no-nonsense, projecting strength and clarity with a slightly friendly edge from its rounded corners. It reads as contemporary and energetic, suitable for messaging that needs to feel direct, confident, and high-impact without looking sharp or aggressive.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual weight and breadth while staying clean and approachable through rounded geometry. It prioritizes bold legibility and a consistent, modern texture for attention-grabbing, brand-forward applications.
In the samples, the wide proportions and tight apertures create a compact, high-ink presence that holds together well at large sizes. Numerals follow the same wide, sturdy construction and appear designed for visual consistency alongside caps in display contexts.