Sans Superellipse Ragad 3 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Coign' by Colophon Foundry; 'Cimo', 'Sharp Grotesk Latin', and 'Sharp Grotesk Paneuropean' by Monotype; and 'TT Bluescreens' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, condensed, assertive, industrial, poster-ready, modernist, space saving, high impact, modern utility, dense texture, monoline, compact, vertical, tight spacing, rounded corners.
A highly condensed sans with monoline strokes and rounded-rectangle (superellipse-like) counters. The forms are tall and tightly drawn, with narrow apertures and a compact rhythm that emphasizes verticality. Curves terminate with softened corners rather than sharp joins, and bowls read as elongated ovals/squircles that keep the texture dense and uniform. Numerals and lowercase share the same compressed stance, producing a strong, continuous columnar color in text.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and branding where space is limited but impact is required. It also works well for packaging, labels, and signage that benefit from a tall, condensed silhouette and a strong, uniform texture.
The overall tone is forceful and no-nonsense, with a compressed, high-impact voice that feels industrial and contemporary. Its narrow proportions and dense texture suggest urgency and efficiency, lending a confident, headline-forward character.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence in minimal horizontal space, pairing a compact condensed build with rounded-rectilinear geometry for a controlled, modern look.
In longer lines the tight letterforms create a dark, continuous typographic band; generous tracking can help open up readability when needed. The rounded geometry keeps the heaviness from feeling harsh, balancing severity with a slightly softened, engineered finish.