Sans Superellipse Olruj 5 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kiosk' by Fenotype, 'Frontage Condensed' by Juri Zaech, 'Gemsbuck Pro' by Studio Fat Cat, 'Headpen' by Umka Type, and 'Winner Sans' by sportsfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, sports branding, signage, industrial, condensed, assertive, sporty, retro, space-saving impact, industrial voice, display emphasis, uniform geometry, square-rounded, monoline, compact, sturdy, poster-like.
A compact, square-shouldered sans with rounded-rectangle construction and largely monoline strokes. Forms are tightly condensed with tall proportions, flat terminals, and softened corners that keep the texture from feeling sharp. Counters are small and often rectangular, creating a dense, punchy rhythm; joins and curves are simplified and sturdy, with minimal modulation. Numerals and capitals follow the same blocky logic, producing a consistent, sign-like silhouette across the set.
Best suited to headlines and short bursts of text where a dense, high-impact voice is desired—posters, packaging, labels, and signage. It also fits sports and industrial-themed branding systems that benefit from condensed width and a bold, blocky texture.
The overall tone is forceful and utilitarian, with a confident, no-nonsense presence. Its narrow, packed rhythm and squared curves evoke industrial labeling and vintage athletic or machinery aesthetics, reading as tough, controlled, and direct rather than friendly or delicate.
The design appears intended to maximize impact in a narrow footprint, pairing strong verticality with softened square forms for a controlled, industrial display voice. The consistent rounded-rectangle geometry suggests a focus on uniformity and legibility at larger sizes rather than nuanced text reading.
The font’s tight apertures and compact counters create a strong “inked” mass that holds together well at display sizes, while at smaller sizes the density can make interior spaces feel closed. The rounded-corner rectangular geometry gives it a distinctive mechanical flavor that remains consistent across letters and numbers.