Sans Normal Kokab 5 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Performa' by Resistenza (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports promo, condensed, energetic, assertive, modern, sporty, space saving, high impact, dynamic tone, headline focus, upright terminals, closed apertures, tall proportions, tight rhythm, clean curves.
This typeface is a tightly condensed sans with a pronounced rightward slant and dense vertical rhythm. Strokes are heavy and largely monolinear, with rounded curves that stay compact and controlled rather than expansive. Counters are relatively small and apertures tend to be closed, which contributes to a dark, continuous texture in text. Terminals are mostly clean and straightforward, and the overall geometry favors tall, narrow silhouettes with minimal flourish.
Best suited to headlines, short statements, and prominent labeling where a compact width and strong presence are desirable. It can work well for branding and packaging systems that need high impact in limited horizontal space, and for promotional materials where a dynamic, condensed italic voice helps convey motion.
The overall tone is forceful and forward-leaning, with a sense of speed and urgency. Its compressed shapes and dark color give it a punchy, attention-getting voice that reads as contemporary and slightly sporty.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in a narrow footprint, pairing a condensed build with an italic slant to suggest motion while maintaining a clean, sans-serif simplicity.
Spacing appears tight by default, reinforcing the compact, headline-driven feel. Numerals match the condensed, sturdy construction and hold their shape well at display sizes.