Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 boat specs
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Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009
2009
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Regal 2860 Window Express  2008 boat specs
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Regal 2860 Window Express 2008
2008
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Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 vs Regal 2860 Window Express 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 against a modified vee Regal 2860 Window Express 2008 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Regal 2860 Window Express 2008 measures 29,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 8,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 at 21,0 feet (2009). At 34 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.

The Regal 2860 Window Express 2008 tops out at 2 hp. Engine specs for the Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 carries 42 gallons versus 1 gallons in the Regal 2860 Window Express 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Regal 2860 Window Express 2008 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Regal 2860 Window Express 2008 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Regal 2860 Window Express 2008 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 29,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 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
MakeRegal
Model2100 Bowrider
Model2860 Window Express
Model Year2009
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m)
Beam9 ft. 6 in. (2.9 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.9
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches114
Bridge clearance - Detail6 ft. 6 in. (1.9 m) top up 4 ft. 6 in. (1.3 m) top down
Bridge clearance - DetailTop Down: 9 ft. (2.74 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters1.98
Bridge clearance - Meters2.74
Bridge clearance - Inches78
Bridge clearance - Inches108
Deadrise20°
Deadrise18℃
Depth - Detail35 in. (0.8 m) cockpit - helm
Depth - Detail35 in. (0.88 m)
Depth - Centimeters88.9
Depth - Centimeters88.9
Depth - Inches35
Depth - Inches35
Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in. (0.4 m) high trim
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.48
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] inches19
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Weight - Detail3,400 lbs. (1,542 kg) with 4.3 l engine
Weight - Detail9,000 lbs. (4,082 kg)
Weight - kg1542.21
Weight - kg4082.33
Weight - lbs.34
Weight - lbs.9
Height - Detail6 ft. 9 in. (2 m) est. height on trailer - top of w/s 5 ft. 9 in. (1.7 m) w/s to keel
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Meters2.06
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches81
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet29
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 0 in. (6.4 m)
Length overall - Detail29 ft. 5 in. (8.86 m)
Length overall - Meters6.4
Length overall - Meters8.97
Length overall - Inches252
Length overall - Inches353
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail39 in. (0.99 m)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.99
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches39
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters8.86
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches5
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail42 gal. (158 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail100 gal. (378 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters158.99
Fuel tank capacity - Liters378.54
Fuel tank capacity - Gal42
Fuel tank capacity - Gal1
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardTwin Volvo 4.3 GXi DP (450 hp)
Engine maxnot available
Engine max2 x 450 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people1
Maximum peoplenot available
Headnot available
HeadVacuFlush? with holding tank

Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 vs Regal 2860 Window Express 2008 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 or the Regal 2860 Window Express 2008?
The Regal 2860 Window Express 2008 is the longer of the two at 29,0 feet overall. The Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 comes in at 21,0 feet, making it roughly 8,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 or the Regal 2860 Window Express 2008?
For trailering, the Regal 2860 Window Express 2008 has the edge at 9 lbs dry weight versus 34 lbs for the Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009. 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.
What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?
The Regal 2860 Window Express 2008 has a documented max rating of 2 hp. Engine specifications for the Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.
How many people can each boat hold?
The Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 1 passengers, while the Regal 2860 Window Express 2008 is certified for 8. 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.
Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?
The Regal 2860 Window Express 2008 measures 114" wide, compared to 102" for the Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.
Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 or the Regal 2860 Window Express 2008?
The Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 has the bigger tank at 42 gallons, versus 1 gallons on the Regal 2860 Window Express 2008. That 41-gallon difference translates to roughly 123–205 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 and Regal 2860 Window Express 2008 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Regal 2100 Bowrider 2009 and the Regal 2860 Window Express 2008 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.