Regal 2000 RS 2009 vs Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2000 RS 2009 or the Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013?

The Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 is the longer of the two at 21,0 feet overall. The Regal 2000 RS 2009 comes in at 20,2 feet, making it roughly 0,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 2000 RS 2009 or the Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013?

For trailering, the Regal 2000 RS 2009 has the edge at 35 lbs dry weight versus 365 lbs for the Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Regal 2000 RS 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 is certified for 1. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Q: Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Regal 2000 RS 2009 and Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Regal 2000 RS 2009 or the Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013?

The Regal 2000 RS 2009 has the bigger tank at 42 gallons, versus 4 gallons on the Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013. That 38-gallon difference translates to roughly 114–190 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Regal 2000 RS 2009 and Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 2000 RS 2009 and the Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 are built by Regal. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

Boat Comparison

Regal 2000 RS 2009 vs Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013

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Regal 2000 RS 2009

2009

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Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013

2013

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Regal 2000 RS 2009 vs Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 — A Close Look at Two Deep Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Regal 2000 RS 2009 and the Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 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?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Regal 2000 RS 2009 at 20,2 ft versus Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 at 21,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 tips the scales at 365 lbs — 330 lbs less than the Regal 2000 RS 2009 at 35 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Regal 2000 RS 2009 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Regal 2000 RS 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Regal 2000 RS 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 9 passengers and at 20,2 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeRegal

Model2000 RS

Model2100 RX Bowrider

Model Year2009

Model Year2013

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail6 ft. 4 in. (1.9 m) top up 4 ft. (1.2 m) top down

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters1.93

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches76

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Deadrise20°

Depth - Detail35 in. (0.8 m) cockpit - helm

Depth - Centimeters88.9

Depth - Inches35

Draft [drive up] - Detail20 in. (0.5 m) high trim

Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in. (0.4 m) high trim

Draft [drive up] meters0.51

Draft [drive up] meters0.48

Draft [drive up] inches2

Draft [drive up] inches19

Weight - Detail3,500 lbs. (1,587 kg) with 5.0 l engine

Weight - Detail3,650 lbs. (1,655 kg)

Weight - kg1587.57

Weight - kg1655.61

Weight - lbs.35

Weight - lbs.365

Height - Detail6 ft. 8 in. (2 m) est. height on trailer - top of w/s 5 ft. 5 in. (1.6 m) w/s to keel

Height - Detail5 ft. 9 in. (1.7 m) windshield to keel

Height - Meters2.03

Height - Meters1.75

Height - Inches8

Height - Inches69

Length - Feet20.17

Length - Feet21

Length overall - Detail20 ft. 2 in. (6 m)

Length overall - Detail21 ft. (6.4 m)

Length overall - Meters6.15

Length overall - Meters6.4

Length overall - Inches242

Length overall - Inches252

Draft [max] - Detailnot available

Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (0.8 m) drive down

Draft [max] - Metersnot available

Draft [max] - Meters0.86

Draft [max] - Inchesnot available

Draft [max] - Inches34

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail42 gal. (158 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail40 gal. (151 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters158.99

Fuel tank capacity - Liters151.42

Fuel tank capacity - Gal42

Fuel tank capacity - Gal4

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Operational Info

Maximum people9

Maximum people1

Storagenot available

StorageCockpit: 81.6 cu. ft. (2.3 m³)

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum capacity1,592 lbs. (722 kg)

Trailer Info

Trailer - Heightnot available

Trailer - Height6 ft. 9 in. (2 m) est. height on trailer - top of windshield

Regal 2000 RS 2009 vs Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2000 RS 2009 or the Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013?

The Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 is the longer of the two at 21,0 feet overall. The Regal 2000 RS 2009 comes in at 20,2 feet, making it roughly 0,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 2000 RS 2009 or the Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013?

For trailering, the Regal 2000 RS 2009 has the edge at 35 lbs dry weight versus 365 lbs for the Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013. Add a motor (typically 300–500 lbs for an outboard in this class), gear, and a partial fuel load and the difference grows. Lighter is friendlier on smaller tow vehicles and on fuel economy while hauling.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Regal 2000 RS 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 is certified for 1. Note that legal capacity and comfortable capacity aren't always the same thing — on a full day out, most experienced boaters aim for about 80% of the rated number to keep things comfortable.

Do these boats require an oversize trailer permit to tow on US highways?

Both the Regal 2000 RS 2009 and Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m) beam — meaning both sit right at the 8’6" threshold that most US states use for standard-width loads. In most states you can tow at that width without a special permit, but regulations vary. Always check the rules for your state and any states you'll be passing through before your first long haul.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Regal 2000 RS 2009 or the Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013?

The Regal 2000 RS 2009 has the bigger tank at 42 gallons, versus 4 gallons on the Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013. That 38-gallon difference translates to roughly 114–190 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Regal 2000 RS 2009 and Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 2000 RS 2009 and the Regal 2100 RX Bowrider 2013 are built by Regal. That means shared dealer networks, common parts availability, and consistent build quality across the line. The choice between them is essentially a question of how much boat you need, not which brand you trust.

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