Sans Superellipse Rabuv 2 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Cheap Pine' by HVD Fonts and 'Koroleva Umka' by Umka Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, condensed, industrial, assertive, utilitarian, retro, space-saving impact, display clarity, geometric uniformity, modern utility, squared, rounded corners, monolinear, compact, tall proportions.
A condensed, monolinear sans with tall proportions and rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Curves resolve into squarish bowls with softened corners, producing a superellipse feel in letters like C, O, Q, and G. Strokes maintain an even weight with crisp terminals, and counters stay relatively tight, giving the overall texture a dense, vertical rhythm. Uppercase forms are compact and sturdy; lowercase shows simplified, upright structures with minimal modulation and a consistent, engineered geometry.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, signage, and brand marks where its condensed silhouette can save space while keeping a strong presence. It also works well on packaging and labels that benefit from a firm, industrial voice and consistent typographic color.
The tone is direct and functional, with an industrial confidence that reads as modern yet slightly retro. Its compact, squared curves and steady rhythm convey efficiency and authority rather than softness or playfulness.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact and clarity in tight horizontal spaces, using rounded-rect geometry to keep forms robust and uniform. The emphasis on steady stroke weight and compact counters suggests a focus on strong display performance and a cohesive, engineered aesthetic.
Distinctive features include the squared-off round letters, a narrow footprint that amplifies verticality, and punctuation/diacritics that match the blunt, clean terminal style. Numerals follow the same condensed, blocky logic for consistent color in mixed text.