Regal 2100 RX 2010 boat specs
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Regal 2100 RX 2010
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Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010 boat specs
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Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010
2010
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Regal 2100 RX 2010 vs Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010 — Which Deep Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Regal 2100 RX 2010 and the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010 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 2500 Bowrider 2010 measures 26,3 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 5,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Regal 2100 RX 2010 at 21,0 feet (2010). At 34 lbs and 46 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.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Regal 2100 RX 2010 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 26,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Regal 2100 RX 2010 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 RX
Model2500 Bowrider
Model Year201
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - Detail6 ft. 6 in. (1.9 m) top up 5 ft. 2 in. (1.5 m) top folded tower
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 1 in. (1.5 m) top down 7 ft. 10 in. (2.3 m) top opt. arch
Bridge clearance - Meters1.98
Bridge clearance - Meters2.39
Bridge clearance - Inches78
Bridge clearance - Inches94
Deadrise20°
Deadrise21°
Depth - Detail35 in. (0.8 m) cockpit - helm
Depth - Detail34 in. (0.8 m) cockpit - helm
Depth - Centimeters88.9
Depth - Centimeters86.36
Depth - Inches35
Depth - Inches34
Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in. (0.4 m)
Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in. (0.4 m) high trim
Draft [drive up] meters0.48
Draft [drive up] meters0.48
Draft [drive up] inches19
Draft [drive up] inches19
Weight - Detail3,400 lbs. (1,542 kg) with 4.3 l engine
Weight - Detail4,600 lbs. (2,086 kg) with 5.0 l engine
Weight - kg1542.21
Weight - kg2086.52
Weight - lbs.34
Weight - lbs.46
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 - Detail8 ft. 1 in. (2.4 m) est. height on trailer - top of w/s 6 ft. 7 in. (2 m) w/s to keel
Height - Meters2.06
Height - Meters2.46
Height - Inches81
Height - Inches97
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet26.25
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 0 in. (6.4 m)
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 3 in. (8 m)
Length overall - Meters6.4
Length overall - Meters8
Length overall - Inches252
Length overall - Inches315
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail42 gal. (158 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail68 gal. (257 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters158.99
Fuel tank capacity - Liters257.41
Fuel tank capacity - Gal42
Fuel tank capacity - Gal68
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Operational Info
StorageCockpit: 81.6 cu. ft
StorageCockpit: 124.4 cu. ft
Maximum capacity1,592 lbs
Maximum capacity2,265 lbs
Maximum people1
Maximum people13

Regal 2100 RX 2010 vs Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2100 RX 2010 or the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010?
The Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010 is the longer of the two at 26,3 feet overall. The Regal 2100 RX 2010 comes in at 21,0 feet, making it roughly 5,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 2100 RX 2010 or the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010?
For trailering, the Regal 2100 RX 2010 has the edge at 34 lbs dry weight versus 46 lbs for the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010. 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 2100 RX 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 1 passengers, while the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010 is certified for 13. 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 2100 RX 2010 and Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010 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 2100 RX 2010 or the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010?
The Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010 has the bigger tank at 68 gallons, versus 42 gallons on the Regal 2100 RX 2010. That 26-gallon difference translates to roughly 78–130 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Regal 2100 RX 2010 and Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Regal 2100 RX 2010 and the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2010 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.