Sans Superellipse Tenar 3 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Grillmaster' by FontMesa, 'CF Blast Gothic' by Fonts.GR, 'Frontage Condensed' by Juri Zaech, 'Athletic Pro' by Mandarin, 'Cargi' by Studio Principle Type, and 'Heading Now' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, signage, industrial, playful, rugged, retro, bold, impact, space-saving, tactile print, retro flavor, condensed, blocky, rounded corners, soft terminals, irregular edge.
A compact, heavy sans with tall, condensed proportions and rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Strokes stay broadly even, with minimal modulation, producing dense, dark word shapes. Corners are softened and slightly squarish, and many terminals show subtle irregularities that create a stamped or worn texture. Counters are tight and openings are small, keeping the overall rhythm compact and emphatic while maintaining clear, upright structure.
Well-suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, labels, and display branding where strong silhouettes are an asset. It also fits signage and merchandise applications that benefit from a rugged, stamped look. Because the counters are tight and the texture is pronounced, it performs best at medium-to-large sizes rather than extended body copy.
The font conveys a tough, workmanlike tone with a hint of humor and informality. Its slightly distressed edges and chunky forms feel hand-pressed and utilitarian rather than sleek, lending a casual retro energy that reads as bold and attention-seeking.
The design appears intended as a condensed display sans built for maximum punch in limited horizontal space, using rounded-rectangle geometry to keep forms friendly while the roughened edges add a tactile, printed character. The result balances utilitarian sturdiness with a slightly playful, vintage-leaning presence.
Round letters (like O/C/G) lean toward squarish bowls, reinforcing the rounded-rectangle theme. Spacing appears compact, and the dense silhouettes make the type most effective when it has room to breathe. Numerals and caps match the same sturdy, condensed footprint for consistent impact.