Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 vs Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat - the Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 or the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011?

The Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 is the longer of the two at 26,3 feet overall. The Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 comes in at 26,3 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer - the Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 or the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011?

For trailering, the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 has the edge at 4 600 lbs dry weight versus 4 650 lbs for the Regal 2450 Cuddy 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 people can each boat hold?

The Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 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.

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

Both the Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 and Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 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: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 and Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads - 68 gallons and 68 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 and Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 and the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 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 2450 Cuddy 2009 vs Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011

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Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009

2009

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Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011

2011

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 vs Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011: A Close Look at Two Deep-V Boats

Both the Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 and the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 are deep-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so 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 2450 Cuddy 2009 at 26,3 ft versus Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 at 26,3 ft. At 4 650 lbs and 4 600 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 2011 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 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 2450 Cuddy 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeRegal

Model2450 Cuddy

Model2500 Bowrider

Model Year2009

Model Year2011

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail6 ft. 10 in. (2 m) top up 5 ft. 3 in. (1.6 m) top down

Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 1 in. (1.5 m) top down 7 ft. 10 in. (2.3 m) top opt. arch

Bridge clearance - Meters2.08

Bridge clearance - Meters2.39

Bridge clearance - Inches82

Bridge clearance - Inches94

Deadrise21°

Depth - Detail34 in. (0.8 m) cockpit - helm

Depth - Centimeters86.36

Depth - Inches34

Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (0.4 m)

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

Draft [drive up] meters0.43

Draft [drive up] meters0.48

Draft [drive up] inches17

Draft [drive up] inches19

Weight - Detail4,650 lbs. (2,109 kg) with 5.0 l engine

Weight - Detail4,600 lbs. (2,086 kg) with 5.0 l engine

Weight - kg2109.2

Weight - kg2086.52

Weight - lbs.4650

Weight - lbs.4600

Height - Detail8 ft. 4 in. (2.5 m) est. height on trailer top of w/s 6 ft. 6 in. (1.9 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 - Meters2.54

Height - Meters2.46

Height - Inches100

Height - Inches97

Length - Feet26.25

Length overall - Detail26 ft. 3 in. (8 m)

Length overall - Meters8

Length overall - Inches315

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail68 gal. (257 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters257.41

Fuel tank capacity - Gal68

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Operational Info

Headroom58 in. (1.4 m) max cabin

Headroomnot available

Water capacity16 gal. (60 l) fresh

Water capacity16 gal. (60 l)

Storagenot available

StorageCockpit: 124.4 cu. ft. (3.5 m³)

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum capacity2,265 lbs.

Maximum peoplenot available

Maximum people13

Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 vs Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 or the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011?

The Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 is the longer of the two at 26,3 feet overall. The Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 comes in at 26,3 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer - the Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 or the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011?

For trailering, the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 has the edge at 4 600 lbs dry weight versus 4 650 lbs for the Regal 2450 Cuddy 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 people can each boat hold?

The Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 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 2450 Cuddy 2009 and Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 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.

How do the fuel tanks compare on the Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 and Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads - 68 gallons and 68 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Are the Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 and Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Regal 2450 Cuddy 2009 and the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2011 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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