Sans Normal Afdiv 16 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Neue Haas Grotesk Text', 'Neue Helvetica', 'Neue Helvetica Armenian', 'Neue Helvetica Paneuropean', and 'Neue Helvetica eText' by Linotype; 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SB' and 'Europa Grotesk No. 2 SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection; and 'Nimbus Sans Arabic' and 'Nimbus Sans Novus' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, sportswear, dynamic, sporty, confident, modern, energetic, impact, speed, clarity, modernity, utility, slanted, rounded, clean, compact, assertive.
This typeface is a slanted sans with solid, even stroke weight and softly rounded curves. Letterforms are built from simple geometric shapes with open counters and clear apertures, producing strong silhouettes at display sizes. Uppercase proportions feel broad and stable, while the lowercase maintains a straightforward, compact rhythm with minimal stroke modulation. Terminals are clean and unadorned, and the overall spacing reads slightly tight, reinforcing a punchy, forward-leaning texture.
This font works best for headlines, identity systems, and short statements where a strong, energetic voice is needed. It’s well-suited to posters, packaging, and marketing materials that benefit from a modern, forward-leaning look, and it can also serve as a punchy secondary typeface alongside a calmer text family.
The overall tone is fast and contemporary, with a direct, no-nonsense confidence. Its slant and sturdy forms suggest motion and momentum, giving it a sporty, promotional feel while remaining clean and familiar.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, motion-forward sans with sturdy shapes and dependable legibility. Its simplified geometry and consistent stroke treatment aim for a versatile, high-impact voice for branding and display typography.
The numerals match the letterforms in weight and roundness, keeping a consistent color across mixed alphanumeric settings. The slant is pronounced enough to be expressive, but the construction stays restrained and legible, avoiding decorative quirks.