Regal 2200 RS 2009 vs Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2200 RS 2009 or the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012?

The Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 is the longer of the two at 28,5 feet overall. The Regal 2200 RS 2009 comes in at 22,2 feet, making it roughly 6,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 2200 RS 2009 or the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012?

For trailering, the Regal 2200 RS 2009 has the edge at 37 lbs dry weight versus 605 lbs for the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012. 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 2200 RS 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 1 passengers, while the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 is certified for 14. 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 2200 RS 2009 and Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 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 2200 RS 2009 or the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012?

The Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 has the bigger tank at 86 gallons, versus 54 gallons on the Regal 2200 RS 2009. That 32-gallon difference translates to roughly 96–160 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Regal 2200 RS 2009 and Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 2200 RS 2009 and the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 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 2200 RS 2009 vs Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012

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Regal 2200 RS 2009

2009

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Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012

2012

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Regal 2200 RS 2009 vs Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 — Which Deep Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Regal 2200 RS 2009 and the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 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 2700 Bowrider 2012 measures 28,5 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 6,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Regal 2200 RS 2009 at 22,2 feet (2009). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 tips the scales at 605 lbs — 568 lbs less than the Regal 2200 RS 2009 at 37 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 2700 Bowrider 2012 is rated for 14 passengers, while the Regal 2200 RS 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 2700 Bowrider 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 14 passengers and at 28,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Regal 2200 RS 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

Model2200 RS

Model2700 Bowrider

Model Year2009

Model Year2012

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail6 ft. 6 in. (1.9 m) top up 4 ft. 5 in. (1.3 m) top down

Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 6 in. (2.2 m) top up 5 ft. 9 in. (1.7 m) top down

Bridge clearance - Meters1.98

Bridge clearance - Meters2.29

Bridge clearance - Inches78

Bridge clearance - Inches9

Deadrise20°

Deadrise24°

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

Depth - Detail36 in. (0.9 m) cockpit - helm

Depth - Centimeters88.9

Depth - Centimeters91.44

Depth - Inches35

Depth - Inches36

Draft [drive up] - Detail18 in. (0.4 m) high trim

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

Draft [drive up] meters0.46

Draft [drive up] meters0.48

Draft [drive up] inches18

Draft [drive up] inches19

Weight - Detail3,700 lbs. (1,678 kg) with 5.0 l engine

Weight - Detail6,050 lbs. (2,744 kg) with 5.7L engine

Weight - kg1678.29

Weight - kg2744.23

Weight - lbs.37

Weight - lbs.605

Height - Detail7 ft. 4 in. (2.2 m) on trailer - top of w/s 6 ft. (1.8 m) w/s to keel

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 - Meters2.24

Height - Meters2.74

Height - Inches88

Height - Inches108

Length - Feet22.17

Length - Feet28.5

Length overall - Detail22 ft. 2 in. (6.7 m)

Length overall - Detail28 ft. 6 in. (8.7 m)

Length overall - Meters6.76

Length overall - Meters8.69

Length overall - Inches266

Length overall - Inches342

Draft [max] - Detailnot available

Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (0.9 m) drive down

Draft [max] - Metersnot available

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Inchesnot available

Draft [max] - Inches36

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail54 gal. (204 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail86 gal. (325 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters204.41

Fuel tank capacity - Liters325.55

Fuel tank capacity - Gal54

Fuel tank capacity - Gal86

Fuel typeGas

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Drive typeI/O

Operational Info

Maximum people1

Maximum people14

Storagenot available

StorageCockpit: 100 cu. ft. (2.8 m³)

Water capacitynot available

Water capacity11 gal. (42 l)

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum capacity3,000 lbs. (1,361 kg)

Regal 2200 RS 2009 vs Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2200 RS 2009 or the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012?

The Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 is the longer of the two at 28,5 feet overall. The Regal 2200 RS 2009 comes in at 22,2 feet, making it roughly 6,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 2200 RS 2009 or the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012?

For trailering, the Regal 2200 RS 2009 has the edge at 37 lbs dry weight versus 605 lbs for the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012. 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 2200 RS 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 1 passengers, while the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 is certified for 14. 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 2200 RS 2009 and Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 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 2200 RS 2009 or the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012?

The Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 has the bigger tank at 86 gallons, versus 54 gallons on the Regal 2200 RS 2009. That 32-gallon difference translates to roughly 96–160 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Regal 2200 RS 2009 and Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 2200 RS 2009 and the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 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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