Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Regal 2500 Bowrider 2012 vs Regal 4460 Commodore 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Regal 2500 Bowrider 2012 against a modified vee Regal 4460 Commodore 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 4460 Commodore 2008 measures 44,0 feet overall (2008), giving it roughly 17,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2012 at 26,3 feet (2012). At 46 lbs and 22 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 4460 Commodore 2008 tops out at 2 hp. Engine specs for the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2012 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Regal 4460 Commodore 2008 carries 328 gallons versus 68 gallons in the Regal 2500 Bowrider 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 13 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Regal 4460 Commodore 2008 at 44,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Regal 2500 Bowrider 2012 at 26,3 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
Model2500 Bowrider
Model4460 Commodore
Model Year2012
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam14 ft. (4.2 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters4.27
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches168
Bridge clearance - Detail5 ft. 1 in. (1.5 m) top down 7 ft. 10 in. (2.3 m) top opt. arch
Bridge clearance - DetailTop Down: 10 ft. 7 in. (3.2 m)
Bridge clearance - Meters2.39
Bridge clearance - Meters3.23
Bridge clearance - Inches94
Bridge clearance - Inches127
Deadrise21°
Deadrise20℃
Depth - Detail34 in. (0.8 m) cockpit - helm
Depth - Detail31 in. (0.8 m)
Depth - Centimeters86.36
Depth - Centimeters78.74
Depth - Inches34
Depth - Inches31
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 - Detail4,600 lbs. (2,086 kg) with 5.0L engine
Weight - Detail22,000 lbs. (9,979 kg)
Weight - kg2086.52
Weight - kg9979.02
Weight - lbs.46
Weight - lbs.22
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 - Detailnot available
Height - Meters2.46
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Inches97
Height - Inchesnot available
Length - Feet26.25
Length - Feet44
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 3 in. (8 m)
Length overall - Detail44 ft. 7 in. (13.6 m)
Length overall - Meters8
Length overall - Meters13.59
Length overall - Inches315
Length overall - Inches535
Draft [max] - Detailnot available
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (0.88 m)
Draft [max] - Metersnot available
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Inches35
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters13.6
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches7
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail68 gal. (257 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail328 gal. (1,154 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters257.41
Fuel tank capacity - Liters1241.61
Fuel tank capacity - Gal68
Fuel tank capacity - Gal328
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O - Twin
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standardTwin Volvo 8.1 GXi V FWC (840 hp)
Engine maxnot available
Engine max2 x 960 hp
Operational Info
StorageCockpit: 124.4 cu. ft. (3.5 m³)
Storagenot available
Water capacity16 gal. (60 l)
Water capacitynot available
Maximum capacity2,265 lbs. (1,027 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people13
Maximum peoplenot available
Headnot available
HeadVacuFlush? with holding tank (2)