Sans Superellipse Etrab 11 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk' and 'Akzidenz-Grotesk W1G' by Berthold, 'CF Blast Gothic' by Fonts.GR, and 'Trade Gothic' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, sporty, urgent, dynamic, industrial, retro, impact, speed, space saving, attention, condensed, slanted, compact, punchy, angular.
A condensed, right-slanted sans with heavy, uniform strokes and a compact, vertical footprint. Shapes lean toward rounded-rectangle construction, with softened corners and oval counters that stay open even at bold sizes. Terminals are generally blunt and clean, while diagonals and joins feel slightly squared, creating a tight, engineered rhythm. Spacing is economical and the overall texture forms a dark, continuous stripe that reads strongly in short bursts and large settings.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and prominent display lines where a condensed, fast-leaning voice helps conserve space while maximizing impact. It also fits sports and performance branding, packaging fronts, and short signage messages where bold, slanted letterforms support a sense of speed and urgency.
The overall tone is fast and forceful, suggesting motion and pressure through its forward slant and compact width. It feels utilitarian and performance-driven, with a slightly retro, scoreboard-like energy that suits assertive messaging. The bold massing and tight rhythm give it an urgent, attention-commanding presence.
The design appears aimed at delivering high-impact display typography in tight widths, emphasizing speed and strength through a consistent slant, compact proportions, and rounded-rectangular construction. It prioritizes a cohesive, high-energy texture and clear, simplified shapes for immediate recognition at large sizes.
Uppercase forms stay tall and compact with simplified geometry, while lowercase maintains sturdy, upright counters and clear silhouettes for quick recognition. Numerals are sturdy and streamlined, matching the same condensed, slanted stance for a consistent typographic voice across headings and callouts.