Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Regal 1900 Bowrider 2011 vs Regal Window Express 2860 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Regal 1900 Bowrider 2011 vs Regal Window Express 2860 2007 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Regal Window Express 2860 2007 measures 29,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 9,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Regal 1900 Bowrider 2011 at 19,8 feet (2011). At 31 lbs and 9 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.
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 Window Express 2860 2007 at 29,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Regal 1900 Bowrider 2011 at 19,8 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
ModelWindow Express 286
Model Year2011
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 3 in. (2.5 m)
Beam9 ft. 6 in. (2.9 m)
Beam - Meters2.51
Beam - Meters2.9
Beam - Inches99
Beam - Inches114
Bridge clearance - Detail6 ft. 3 in. (1.9 m) top up 4 ft. 4 in. (1.3 m) top down
Bridge clearance - DetailTop Down: 9 ft. (2.74 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters1.91
Bridge clearance - Meters2.74
Bridge clearance - Inches75
Bridge clearance - Inches108
Deadrise22°
Deadrise18℃
Depth - Detail30 in. (0.8 m) cockpit - helm
Depth - Detail35 in. (0.88 m)
Depth - Centimeters76.2
Depth - Centimeters88.9
Depth - Inches3
Depth - Inches35
Draft [drive up] - Detail20 in. (0.5 m) high trim
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.51
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] inches2
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (0.8 m) drive down
Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (0.99 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Inches31
Draft [max] - Inches39
Weight - Detail3,100 lbs. (1,406 kg) with 4.3L
Weight - Detail9,000 lbs. (4,082 kg)
Weight - kg1406.14
Weight - kg4082.33
Weight - lbs.31
Weight - lbs.9
Height - Detail6 ft. 5 in. (1.9 m) est. height on trailer - top of w/s 4 ft. 11 in. (1.4 m) w/s to keel
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters1.96
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches77
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Feet19.83
Length - Feet29
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 10 in. (6 m)
Length overall - Detail29 ft. 5 in. (8.86 m)
Length overall - Meters6.05
Length overall - Meters8.97
Length overall - Inches238
Length overall - Inches353
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters8.86
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches5
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (114 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail100 gal. (378 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters113.56
Fuel tank capacity - Liters378.54
Fuel tank capacity - Gal3
Fuel tank capacity - Gal1
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeInboard - Twin
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard450 Twin Volvo 4.3 GXi DP
Operational Info
StorageCockpit: 46 cu. ft. (1.3 m³)
Storagenot available
Maximum capacity1,310 lbs
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people8
Maximum peoplenot available
Headnot available
HeadVacuFlush? w/ holding tank