Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 vs Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 or the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012?

The Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 is the longer of the two at 29,0 feet overall. The Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 comes in at 28,5 feet, making it roughly 0,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 or the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012?

For trailering, the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 has the edge at 605 lbs dry weight versus 685 lbs for the Regal 2665 Commodore 2008. 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: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 has a documented max rating of 375 hp. Engine specifications for the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 13 passengers, while the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 is certified for 16. 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 2665 Commodore 2008 and Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 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: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 or the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012?

The Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 has the bigger tank at 86 gallons, versus 74 gallons on the Regal 2665 Commodore 2008. That 12-gallon difference translates to roughly 36–60 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 and Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 and the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 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 2665 Commodore 2008 vs Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012

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Regal 2665 Commodore 2008

2008

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Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012

2012

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 vs Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 against a deep vee Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 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.

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 at 29,0 ft versus Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 at 28,5 ft. At 685 lbs and 605 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 2665 Commodore 2008 carries a rated maximum of 375 hp. Engine data for the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 carries 86 gallons versus 74 gallons in the Regal 2665 Commodore 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 caps at 13. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 16 passengers and at 28,5 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 13 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeRegal

Model2665 Commodore

Model2700 ES Bowrider

Model Year2008

Model Year2012

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 m)

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - DetailTop Down: 6 ft. 10 in. (2.1 m)

Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. 6 in. (2.2 m) top up 5 ft. 9 in. (1.7 m) top down

Bridge clearance - Meters2.08

Bridge clearance - Meters2.29

Bridge clearance - Inches82

Bridge clearance - Inches9

Deadrise20℃

Deadrise24°

Depth - Detail36 in. (0.9 m)

Depth - Detail36 in. (0.9 m) cockpit - helm

Depth - Centimeters91.44

Depth - Inches36

Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (0.9 m)

Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (0.9 m) drive down

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Inches36

Weight - Detail6,850 lbs. (3,107 kg)

Weight - Detail6,050 lbs. (2,744 kg) with 5.7L engine

Weight - kg3107.11

Weight - kg2744.23

Weight - lbs.685

Weight - lbs.605

Length - Meters8.9

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet29

Length - Feet28.5

Length - Inches2

Length - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Detail29 ft. 2 in. (8.9 m)

Length overall - Detail28 ft. 6 in. (8.7 m)

Length overall - Meters8.89

Length overall - Meters8.69

Length overall - Inches35

Length overall - Inches342

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

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

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.48

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [drive up] inches19

Height - Detailnot available

Height - Detail9 ft. (2.7 m) est. height on trailer - top of w/s 6 ft. 7 in. (2 m) w/s to keel 6 ft. 8 in. (2 m) top down

Height - Metersnot available

Height - Meters2.74

Height - Inchesnot available

Height - Inches108

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardVolvo 5.7 Gi DP (280 hp)

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail74 gal. (280 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail86 gal. (325 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters280.12

Fuel tank capacity - Liters325.55

Fuel tank capacity - Gal74

Fuel tank capacity - Gal86

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Engine max375 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

HeadVacuFlush? with holding tank

Headnot available

Maximum capacity2,900 lbs. (1,315 kg)

Maximum capacity3,000 lbs. (1,360 kg)

Maximum people13

Maximum people16

Storagenot available

StorageCockpit: 100 cu. ft. (2.8 m³)

Water capacitynot available

Water capacity11 gal. (42 l)

Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 vs Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 or the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012?

The Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 is the longer of the two at 29,0 feet overall. The Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 comes in at 28,5 feet, making it roughly 0,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 or the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012?

For trailering, the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 has the edge at 605 lbs dry weight versus 685 lbs for the Regal 2665 Commodore 2008. 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.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 has a documented max rating of 375 hp. Engine specifications for the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 13 passengers, while the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 is certified for 16. 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 2665 Commodore 2008 and Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 share an 8 ft. 6 in. (2.5 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.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 or the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012?

The Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 has the bigger tank at 86 gallons, versus 74 gallons on the Regal 2665 Commodore 2008. That 12-gallon difference translates to roughly 36–60 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 and Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 2665 Commodore 2008 and the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 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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