Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 vs Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 or the Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009?

The Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 is the longer of the two at 29,2 feet overall. The Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 comes in at 24,0 feet, making it roughly 5,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 or the Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009?

For trailering, the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 has the edge at 398 lbs dry weight versus 685 lbs for the Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 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.

Q: How many passengers can the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 carry?

The Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 has an official capacity rating of 12 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

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

Both the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 and Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 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 2300 Bowrider 2012 or the Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009?

The Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 has the bigger tank at 74 gallons, versus 54 gallons on the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012. That 20-gallon difference translates to roughly 60–100 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 and Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 and the Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 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 2300 Bowrider 2012 vs Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009

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Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012

2012

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Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009

2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 vs Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 — Which Deep Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 and the Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 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 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 measures 29,2 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 5,2 additional feet of deck space compared to the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 at 24,0 feet (2012). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 tips the scales at 685 lbs — 287 lbs less than the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 at 398 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.

The Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 is rated for up to 12 people. Passenger data for the Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 wasn't available.

Bottom line: The Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 at 29,2 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 at 24,0 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

MakeRegal

Model2300 Bowrider

Model2665 Express Cruiser

Model Year2012

Model Year2009

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Deadrise20°

Depth - Detail35 in. (0.9 m) cockpit - helm

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

Depth - Centimeters88.9

Depth - Centimeters91.44

Depth - Inches35

Depth - Inches36

Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (0.86 m) drive down

Draft [max] - Detailnot available

Draft [max] - Meters0.86

Draft [max] - Metersnot available

Draft [max] - Inches34

Draft [max] - Inchesnot available

Weight - Detail3,980 lbs. (1,805 kg) base engines

Weight - Detail6,850 lbs. (3,107 kg) with 5.7 l engine

Weight - kg1805.3

Weight - kg3107.11

Weight - lbs.398

Weight - lbs.685

Length - Feet24

Length - Feet29.17

Length overall - Detail24 ft. (7.3 m)

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Meters7.32

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Inches288

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. 2 in. (2.7 m) top up 6 ft. 10 in. (2.1 m) top down

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters2.79

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches11

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

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

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.48

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [drive up] inches19

Height - Detailnot available

Height - Detail9 ft. 10 in. (2.9 m) est. height on trailer - top of w/s 8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m) top down

Height - Metersnot available

Height - Meters3

Height - Inchesnot available

Height - Inches118

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length [over all with swim platform]29 ft. 2 in. (8.9 m)

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail54 gal. (204 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail74 gal. (280 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters204.41

Fuel tank capacity - Liters280.12

Fuel tank capacity - Gal54

Fuel tank capacity - Gal74

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Operational Info

StorageCockpit: 105 cu. ft. (4.25 m³)

Storagenot available

Water capacity11 gal. (42 l)

Water capacity18 gal. (68 l) fresh

Maximum capacity2,024 lbs. (918 kg)

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum people12

Maximum peoplenot available

Headroomnot available

Headroom73 in. (1.8 m) max., cabin

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail18 gal. (68 l)

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters68.14

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal18

Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 vs Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 or the Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009?

The Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 is the longer of the two at 29,2 feet overall. The Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 comes in at 24,0 feet, making it roughly 5,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 or the Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009?

For trailering, the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 has the edge at 398 lbs dry weight versus 685 lbs for the Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 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.

How many passengers can the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 carry?

The Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 has an official capacity rating of 12 people. Capacity data wasn't available for the other model in this comparison — verify directly with the dealer.

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

Both the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 and Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 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 2300 Bowrider 2012 or the Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009?

The Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 has the bigger tank at 74 gallons, versus 54 gallons on the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012. That 20-gallon difference translates to roughly 60–100 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 and Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 2300 Bowrider 2012 and the Regal 2665 Express Cruiser 2009 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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