Sans Normal Oblod 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'AG Royal' by Berthold, 'Urania' by Hoftype, 'Passenger Sans' by Indian Type Foundry, and 'Founder' by Serebryakov (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, confident, friendly, modern, blunt, sporty, impact, clarity, simplicity, modernity, approachability, blocky, sturdy, rounded, compact, punchy.
A heavy, wide sans with compact, squared-off construction softened by rounded corners and generous curves. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing dense, high-impact letterforms and tight internal counters. Geometry is largely circular/elliptical in bowls (O, C, G) paired with flat terminals and sturdy verticals, creating a slightly condensed-feeling interior despite the broad set width. Lowercase forms are straightforward and uncluttered, with a single-storey a and g, a short-armed r, and a t with a broad, flat crossbar; numerals are equally robust and built for strong silhouette clarity.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and branding where maximum impact and quick recognition are required. The sturdy, simplified forms also work well for signage and packaging labels that need to stay legible at a distance or under less-than-ideal viewing conditions.
The overall tone is assertive and no-nonsense, but approachable due to the rounded shapes and even rhythm. It reads as contemporary and energetic, with a utilitarian sturdiness that feels at home in bold, attention-driven contexts.
The design appears intended to deliver bold, contemporary emphasis with an uncomplicated, geometric voice. It prioritizes strong silhouettes, even texture, and approachable roundness for attention-grabbing typography in modern visual systems.
At display sizes the dense weight and tight counters create strong color on the page; in longer text blocks it becomes visually dominant, favoring short headlines and statements. The wide proportions and flat terminals help maintain clear outlines in letters with diagonals and intersections (K, M, N, W) while keeping a compact, cohesive texture.