Sans Superellipse Tigul 6 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dean Gothic' by Blaze Type, 'Rama Gothic' and 'Rama Gothic Rounded' by Dharma Type, 'Tungsten' by Hoefler & Co., and 'Kuunari' and 'Kuunari Rounded' by Melvastype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, labels, signage, industrial, rugged, vintage, mechanical, assertive, impact, compactness, distress, signage feel, tactile print, condensed, stencil-like, inked, distressed, blocky.
A condensed, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softly squared curves. Strokes are thick with slightly uneven edges and small voids that read like ink wear or a lightly distressed print texture. Counters are compact and mostly rectangular, and terminals are blunt, giving the letters a sturdy, utilitarian silhouette. The lowercase keeps a straightforward, workmanlike rhythm with narrow apertures and short extenders, while the numerals follow the same compressed, blocky logic for a consistent set.
Works best for short, high-impact text such as posters, headlines, product packaging, labels, and signage where a compact footprint and strong presence are useful. The distressed edges can also add character to branding applications that aim for a rugged or vintage-industrial feel, while longer body text may feel dense due to the condensed rhythm.
The overall tone feels industrial and tough, like stamped labeling or worn signage. The subtle roughness adds a tactile, analog character that reads more handcrafted than corporate, while the condensed proportions keep it urgent and attention-grabbing.
Likely designed to deliver a compact, forceful sans with an intentionally worn, inked texture, evoking stamped or printed matter. The rounded-rectangle geometry suggests an aim for consistent, machinic forms softened by subtle imperfection to keep the result lively and tactile.
Texture appears integrated into the outlines rather than added as a separate effect, so the face retains legibility while still showing intentional irregularity. In longer lines the narrow width creates a dense, poster-like color that suits bold, compact messaging.