Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 vs Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 or the Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009?

The Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009 is the longer of the two at 40,1 feet overall. The Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 comes in at 27,5 feet, making it roughly 12,6 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 or the Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009?

For trailering, the Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009 has the edge at 19 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.

Q: How many passengers can the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 carry?

The Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 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.

Q: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009 measures 156" wide, compared to 102" for the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 or the Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009?

The Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009 has the bigger tank at 276 gallons, versus 72 gallons on the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011. That 204-gallon difference translates to roughly 612–1020 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 and Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 and the Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 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 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 vs Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009

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Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011

2011

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Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009

2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 vs Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 against a modified vee Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009 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 4060 Sport Yacht 2009 measures 40,1 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 12,6 additional feet of deck space compared to the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 at 27,5 feet (2011). At 62 lbs and 19 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 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 is rated for up to 8 people. Passenger data for the Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009 wasn't available.

Bottom line: The Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009 at 40,1 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 at 27,5 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

Model2565 Express Cruiser

Model4060 Sport Yacht

Model Year2011

Model Year2009

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)

Beam13 ft. (3.9 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Meters3.96

Beam - Inches102

Beam - Inches156

Bridge clearance - Detail9 ft. 9 in. (2.9 m) top up 9 ft. 3 in. (2.8 m) top down

Bridge clearance - Detail11 ft. 9 in. (3.5 m) top of arch light 12 ft. 5 in. (3.8 m) ht (to open array)

Bridge clearance - Meters2.97

Bridge clearance - Meters3.78

Bridge clearance - Inches117

Bridge clearance - Inches149

Deadrise18°

Depth - Detail29 in. (0.7 m) cockpit - helm

Depth - Detail30 in. (0.76 m) cockpit - helm

Depth - Centimeters73.66

Depth - Centimeters76.2

Depth - Inches29

Depth - Inches3

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

Draft [drive up] - Detail39 in. (0.9 m)

Draft [drive up] meters0.43

Draft [drive up] meters0.99

Draft [drive up] inches17

Draft [drive up] inches39

Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (0.9 m) drive down

Draft [max] - Detailnot available

Draft [max] - Meters0.86

Draft [max] - Metersnot available

Draft [max] - Inches34

Draft [max] - Inchesnot available

Weight - Detail6,200 lbs. (2,812 kg) with 5.0 l engine

Weight - Detail19,000 lbs. (8,618 kg) with twin 8.1 l engines

Weight - kg2812.27

Weight - kg8618.25

Weight - lbs.62

Weight - lbs.19

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 - Detail13 ft. 7 in. (4.1 m) htop to keel

Height - Meters3.23

Height - Meters4.14

Height - Inches127

Height - Inches163

Length - Feet27.5

Length - Feet40.08

Length [over all with swim platform]27 ft. 6 in. (8.4 m) with ext. platform

Length [over all with swim platform]40 ft. 1 in. (12.2 m) with ext. platform

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail72 gal. (272 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail276 gal. (1,044.7 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters272.55

Fuel tank capacity - Liters1044.77

Fuel tank capacity - Gal72

Fuel tank capacity - Gal276

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Drive typeI/O - Twin

Operational Info

Headroom72 in. (1.8 m) max cabin

Headroom6 ft. 8 in. (2.1 m) max., cabin

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

Sleeping capacitynot available

StorageCabin: 36 cu. ft. (1.01 m³) Cockpit: 34 cu. ft.(0.96 m³)

Storagenot available

Water capacity20 gal. (75 l)

Water capacity75 gal. (283.8 l) fresh

Maximum capacity2,400 lbs

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum people8

Maximum peoplenot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail12 gal. (45 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detail40 gal. (151.4 l)

Holding tank capacity - Liters45.42

Holding tank capacity - Liters151.42

Holding tank capacity - Gal12

Holding tank capacity - Gal4

Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 vs Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 or the Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009?

The Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009 is the longer of the two at 40,1 feet overall. The Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 comes in at 27,5 feet, making it roughly 12,6 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 or the Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009?

For trailering, the Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009 has the edge at 19 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 passengers can the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 carry?

The Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 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.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009 measures 156" wide, compared to 102" for the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 or the Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009?

The Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009 has the bigger tank at 276 gallons, versus 72 gallons on the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011. That 204-gallon difference translates to roughly 612–1020 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 and Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 2565 Express Cruiser 2011 and the Regal 4060 Sport Yacht 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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