Sans Normal Agdur 18 is a bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Olpal' by Bunny Dojo, 'Phi Caps' by Cas van de Goor, 'Aspira' by Durotype, 'Benton Sans' and 'Benton Sans Std' by Font Bureau, 'Brandon Text Condensed' by HVD Fonts, 'ITC Franklin' by ITC, 'Antiquel' by Lemonthe, 'Sharp Sans Condensed' by Monotype, and 'Profonts Bureau' by profonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, branding, industrial, utilitarian, contemporary, compact, assertive, space-saving impact, strong emphasis, functional display, condensed, blocky, clean, high-contrast counters, closed apertures.
A compact, condensed sans with heavy, even strokes and simplified geometry. Curves are broad and smooth, while joins and terminals tend to end in flat, squared cuts, creating a sturdy, block-like texture. Counters are relatively tight and apertures run somewhat closed, giving letters a dense rhythm in words and a strong vertical emphasis. The forms read consistently across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, with straightforward construction and minimal ornamental detail.
Works best for headlines, subheads, and display settings where a compact footprint is useful and strong presence is desired. It can suit signage, packaging, and brand marks that need a condensed, impactful sans, especially when set at moderate to large sizes.
The overall tone is pragmatic and assertive, with a no-nonsense, industrial feel. Its condensed stance and dense color give it an efficient, space-saving character that feels modern and functional rather than expressive or delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact and legibility within a narrow width, using simplified, robust shapes and consistent stroke weight to produce a strong, economical typographic color.
In text, the tight counters and compact spacing create a dark, continuous typographic color that favors larger sizes and short lines. The numerals match the letterforms’ weight and compact proportions, reinforcing a uniform, signage-like voice.