Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Regal 1900 Bowrider 2008 vs Regal 2750 Cuddy 2009 — Which Deep Vee Fits Your Needs?
When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Regal 1900 Bowrider 2008 and the Regal 2750 Cuddy 2009 are deep vee designs with fiberglass construction — the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Regal 2750 Cuddy 2009 measures 28,5 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 9,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Regal 1900 Bowrider 2008 at 19,0 feet (2008). At 31 lbs and 61 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The Regal 1900 Bowrider 2008 carries a rated maximum of 270 hp. Engine data for the Regal 2750 Cuddy 2009 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Regal 2750 Cuddy 2009 carries 86 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Regal 1900 Bowrider 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 8 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Regal 2750 Cuddy 2009 at 28,5 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Regal 1900 Bowrider 2008 at 19,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
Model1900 Bowrider
Model2750 Cuddy
Model Year2008
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 3 in. (2.51 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam - Meters2.51
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches99
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - DetailTop Down: 52 in. (1.32 m)
Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 6 in. (2.2 m) top up 5 ft. 9 in. (1.7 m) top down
Bridge clearance - Meters1.32
Bridge clearance - Meters2.29
Bridge clearance - Inches52
Bridge clearance - Inches9
Deadrise22℃
Deadrise24°
Depth - Detail30 in. (0.76 m)
Depth - Detail36 in. (0.9 m) cockpit - helm
Depth - Centimeters76.2
Depth - Centimeters91.44
Depth - Inches3
Depth - Inches36
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (0.79 m)
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Inches31
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Weight - Detail3,100 lbs. (1,361 kg)
Weight - Detail6,100 lbs. (2,766 kg) with 5.7 l engine
Weight - kg1406.14
Weight - kg2766.91
Weight - lbs.31
Weight - lbs.61
Length - Meters6.05
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet19
Length - Feet28.5
Length - Inches9
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 9 in. (6.05 m)
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 6 in. (8.7 m)
Length overall - Meters6.02
Length overall - Meters8.69
Length overall - Inches237
Length overall - Inches342
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in. (0.4 m) high trim
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.48
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches19
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail9 ft. (2.7 m) est. height on trailer top of w/s 6 ft. 7 in. (2 m) w/s to keel 6 ft. 8 in. (2 m) top down
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters2.74
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches108
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardVolvo 4.3 GL SX (190 hp)
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (113 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail86 gal. (325 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Liters325.55
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Fuel tank capacity - Gal86
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max270 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,030 lbs. (467 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people8
Maximum peoplenot available
Headroomnot available
Headroom49 in. (1.2 m) max., cabin
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity11 gal. (42 l) fresh