Sans Normal Lakan 5 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'EB Corp' by Eko Bimantara, 'Ardena' by Fincker Font Cuisine, 'Croma Sans' and 'Qubo' by Hoftype, 'Kirshaw' by Kirk Font Studio, 'Grava' by Positype, 'Core Sans N SC' and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core, 'Elioth' by Soerat Company, and 'Mundial Narrow' by TipoType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, logos, packaging, sporty, energetic, modern, assertive, dynamic, impact, motion, emphasis, modernity, clarity, oblique, geometric, rounded, compact, heavy.
A heavy, oblique sans with smooth, rounded geometry and broad, low-contrast strokes. Curves are clean and circular, while joins and terminals stay mostly blunt and simple, creating a compact, high-impact silhouette. The slant is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, and spacing appears moderately tight for a dense, punchy rhythm. Numerals are sturdy and highly legible, with uniform stroke weight and minimal detailing.
Best suited for large-scale display use where the weight and slant can carry personality—headlines, poster typography, athletic or automotive-themed branding, and bold logo lockups. It can also work for short callouts on packaging or digital UI banners where strong emphasis is needed, while extended small text may feel dense due to the heavy strokes and compact rhythm.
The overall tone feels fast and confident, with a forward-leaning stance that suggests motion and urgency. Its bold, compact forms read as contemporary and performance-oriented, giving headlines a strong, no-nonsense presence.
Likely designed as an attention-forward italic display sans that delivers speed and impact without ornamental complexity. The emphasis appears to be on bold clarity, consistent geometry, and a cohesive oblique stance for energetic branding and headline settings.
Round letters (like O/C/G) maintain smooth, even curves, while diagonals (A/V/W/X/Y) are robust and balanced, reinforcing a stable, engineered look. Lowercase shapes keep a straightforward, sans construction with minimal modulation, prioritizing clarity and impact over delicacy.