Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2009 boat specs
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Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2009
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Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 boat specs
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Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013
2013
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Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2009 vs Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 — A Close Look at Two Deep Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2009 and the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 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 2565 Express Cruiser 2009 at 27,5 ft versus Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 at 27,3 ft. At 596 lbs and 546 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.

Bottom line: The Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2009 and Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 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
Model2565 Express Cruiser
Model27 FasDeck RX
Model Year2009
Model Year2013
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 - Detail9 ft. 9 in. (2.9 m) top up 9 ft. 3 in. (2.8 m) top down
Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. (2.1 m) top up 4 ft. 10 in. (1.5 m) top down
Bridge clearance - Meters2.97
Bridge clearance - Meters2.13
Bridge clearance - Inches117
Bridge clearance - Inches84
Deadrise18°
Deadrise21°
Depth - Detail29 in. (0.7 m) cockpit - helm
Depth - Detail36 in. (0.9 m) cockpit - helm
Depth - Centimeters73.66
Depth - Centimeters91.44
Depth - Inches29
Depth - Inches36
Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (0.4 m)
Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in. (0.5 m) high trim
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] meters0.48
Draft [drive up] inches17
Draft [drive up] inches19
Weight - Detail5,960 lbs. (2,703 kg) with 5.0 l engine
Weight - Detail5,460 lbs. (2,476 kg)
Weight - kg2703.41
Weight - kg2476.61
Weight - lbs.596
Weight - lbs.546
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 - Detail6 ft. 6 in. (2 m) windshield to keel
Height - Meters3.23
Height - Meters1.98
Height - Inches127
Height - Inches78
Length - Feet27.5
Length - Feet27.25
Length [over all with swim platform]27 ft. 6 in. (8.4 m) with ext. platform
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
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
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 3 in. (8.3 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters8.31
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches327
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail72 gal. (272 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail74 gal. (280 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters272.55
Fuel tank capacity - Liters280.12
Fuel tank capacity - Gal72
Fuel tank capacity - Gal74
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Operational Info
Headroom72 in. (1.8 m) max., cabin
Headroomnot available
Water capacity20 gal. (75 l) fresh
Water capacity12 gal. (45 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detail12 gal. (45 l)
Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available
Holding tank capacity - Liters45.42
Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available
Holding tank capacity - Gal12
Holding tank capacity - Galnot available
Storagenot available
StorageCockpit: 120 cu. ft. (3.3 m³)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity2,406 lbs. (1,091 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum peopleYacht certified
Trailer Info
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Height7 ft. 2 in. (2.2 m) est. height on trailer - top of windshield

Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2009 vs Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2009 or the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013?
The Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2009 is the longer of the two at 27,5 feet overall. The Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 comes in at 27,3 feet, making it roughly 0,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2009 or the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013?
For trailering, the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 has the edge at 546 lbs dry weight versus 596 lbs for the Regal 2565 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 27 FasDeck RX 2013 carry?
The Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 has an official capacity rating of 8 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 2565 Express Cruiser 2009 and Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 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 2565 Express Cruiser 2009 and Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013?
Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 72 gallons and 74 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 2565 Express Cruiser 2009 and Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2009 and the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 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.