Regal 2550 Cuddy 2013 boat specs
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Regal 2550 Cuddy 2013
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Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 boat specs
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2011
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Regal 2550 Cuddy 2013 vs Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 — A Close Look at Two Deep Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Regal 2550 Cuddy 2013 and the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 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?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Regal 2550 Cuddy 2013 at 26,3 ft versus Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 at 27,5 ft. At 5 lbs and 62 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.

Both boats are rated for 8 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 2550 Cuddy 2013 and Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
MakeRegal
MakeRegal
Model2550 Cuddy
Model2565 Express Cruiser
Model Year2013
Model Year2011
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches102
Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 10 in. (2.3 m) top up 5 ft. 1 in. (1.5 m) top down
Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. 9 in. (2.9 m) top up 9 ft. 3 in. (2.8 m) top down
Bridge clearance - Meters2.39
Bridge clearance - Meters2.97
Bridge clearance - Inches94
Bridge clearance - Inches117
Deadrise21°
Deadrise18°
Depth - Detail34 in. (0.86 m) cockpit - helm
Depth - Detail29 in. (0.7 m) cockpit - helm
Depth - Centimeters86.36
Depth - Centimeters73.66
Depth - Inches34
Depth - Inches29
Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in. (0.4 m) high trim
Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (0.4 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.48
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] inches19
Draft [drive up] inches17
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (0.86 m) drive down
Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (0.9 m) drive down
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Meters0.86
Draft [max] - Inches34
Draft [max] - Inches34
Weight - Detail5,000 lbs. (2,267 kg)
Weight - Detail6,200 lbs. (2,812 kg) with 5.0 l engine
Weight - kg2267.96
Weight - kg2812.27
Weight - lbs.5
Weight - lbs.62
Height - Detail6 ft. 7 in. (2.4 m) windshield to keel
Height - Detail10 ft. 7 in. (3.2 m) est. height on trailer - top of w/s 8 ft. 7 in. (2.6 m) est. height keel to w/s
Height - Meters2.01
Height - Meters3.23
Height - Inches79
Height - Inches127
Length - Feet26.25
Length - Feet27.5
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 3 in. (8 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters8
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches315
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]27 ft. 6 in. (8.4 m) with ext. platform
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail74 gal. (280 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail72 gal. (272 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters280.12
Fuel tank capacity - Liters272.55
Fuel tank capacity - Gal74
Fuel tank capacity - Gal72
Fuel typeGas or Diesel
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Operational Info
Maximum capacity3,314 lbs. (1,503 kg)
Maximum capacity2,400 lbs
Maximum peopleYacht certified
Maximum people8
Headroomnot available
Headroom72 in. (1.8 m) max cabin
Sleeping capacitynot available
Sleeping capacity4 Sleeping Width: 76 in. (1.9 m) max V-berth; 58 in. (1.5 m) max mid-berth Sleeping Depth: 79 in. (2 m) max V-berth; 74 in. (1.8 m) max mid-berth
Storagenot available
StorageCabin: 36 cu. ft. (1.01 m³) Cockpit: 34 cu. ft.(0.96 m³)
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity20 gal. (75 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Detail12 gal. (45 l)
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters45.42
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal12
Trailer Info
Trailer - Height8 ft. 1 in. (2.4 m) est. height on trailer - top of windshield
Trailer - Heightnot available

Regal 2550 Cuddy 2013 vs Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2550 Cuddy 2013 or the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011?
The Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 is the longer of the two at 27,5 feet overall. The Regal 2550 Cuddy 2013 comes in at 26,3 feet, making it roughly 1,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 2550 Cuddy 2013 or the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011?
For trailering, the Regal 2550 Cuddy 2013 has the edge at 5 lbs dry weight versus 62 lbs for the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011. 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 2550 Cuddy 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 8 passengers, while the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 is certified for 8. 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 2550 Cuddy 2013 and Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 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 2550 Cuddy 2013 and Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011?
Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 74 gallons and 72 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 2550 Cuddy 2013 and Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Regal 2550 Cuddy 2013 and the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 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.