Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 vs Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 or the Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010?

The Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 is the longer of the two at 29,4 feet overall. The Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 comes in at 27,3 feet, making it roughly 2,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 or the Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010?

For trailering, the Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 has the edge at 9 lbs dry weight versus 546 lbs for the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013. 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 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.

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

The Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 measures 114" wide, compared to 102" for the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013. 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 27 FasDeck RX 2013 or the Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010?

The Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 has the bigger tank at 74 gallons, versus 1 gallons on the Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010. That 73-gallon difference translates to roughly 219–365 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 and Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 and the Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 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 27 FasDeck RX 2013 vs Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010

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Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013

2013

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Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 vs Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 — A Close Look at Two Deep Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 and the Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 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 27 FasDeck RX 2013 at 27,3 ft versus Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 at 29,4 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 tips the scales at 546 lbs — 537 lbs more than the Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 at 9 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.

The Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 is rated for up to 8 people. Passenger data for the Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 wasn't available.

Bottom line: The Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 at 29,4 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 at 27,3 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

MakeRegal

Model27 FasDeck RX

Model2860 Express Cruiser

Model Year2013

Model Year201

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)

Beam9 ft. 6 in. (2.9 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Meters2.9

Beam - Inches102

Beam - Inches114

Bridge clearance - Detail7 ft. (2.1 m) top up 4 ft. 10 in. (1.5 m) top down

Bridge clearance - Detail10 ft. (3 m) top of arch

Bridge clearance - Meters2.13

Bridge clearance - Meters3.05

Bridge clearance - Inches84

Bridge clearance - Inches12

Deadrise21°

Deadrise18°

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

Depth - Detail31 in. (0.8 m) cockpit - helm

Depth - Centimeters91.44

Depth - Centimeters78.74

Depth - Inches36

Depth - Inches31

Draft [drive up] - Detail19 in. (0.5 m) high trim

Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in. (0.5 m)

Draft [drive up] meters0.48

Draft [drive up] meters0.56

Draft [drive up] inches19

Draft [drive up] inches22

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

Draft [max] - Detailnot available

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Metersnot available

Draft [max] - Inches36

Draft [max] - Inchesnot available

Weight - Detail5,460 lbs. (2,476 kg)

Weight - Detail9,000 lbs. (4,082 kg) with twin 4.3 l engines

Weight - kg2476.61

Weight - kg4082.33

Weight - lbs.546

Weight - lbs.9

Height - Detail6 ft. 6 in. (2 m) windshield to keel

Height - Detail11 ft. 2 in. (3.4 m) arch to keel

Height - Meters1.98

Height - Meters3.4

Height - Inches78

Height - Inches134

Length - Feet27.25

Length - Feet29.42

Length overall - Detail27 ft. 3 in. (8.3 m)

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Meters8.31

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Inches327

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length [over all with swim platform]29 ft. 5 in. (8.9 m) with ext. platform

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail74 gal. (280 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail100 gal. (378 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters280.12

Fuel tank capacity - Liters378.54

Fuel tank capacity - Gal74

Fuel tank capacity - Gal1

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Drive typeI/O - Twin

Operational Info

StorageCockpit: 120 cu. ft. (3.3 m³)

StorageCabin: 27 cu. ft. Cockpit: 33 cu. ft

Water capacity12 gal. (45 l)

Water capacity35 gal. (132 l)

Maximum capacity2,406 lbs. (1,091 kg)

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum peopleYacht certified

Headroomnot available

Headroom6 ft. 3 in. (1.9 m) max., cabin

Sleeping capacitynot available

Sleeping capacity4

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail18 gal. (68 l)

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters68.14

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal18

Trailer Info

Trailer - Height7 ft. 2 in. (2.2 m) est. height on trailer - top of windshield

Trailer - Heightnot available

Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 vs Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 or the Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010?

The Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 is the longer of the two at 29,4 feet overall. The Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 comes in at 27,3 feet, making it roughly 2,2 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 or the Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010?

For trailering, the Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 has the edge at 9 lbs dry weight versus 546 lbs for the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013. 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.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 measures 114" wide, compared to 102" for the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013. 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 27 FasDeck RX 2013 or the Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010?

The Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 has the bigger tank at 74 gallons, versus 1 gallons on the Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010. That 73-gallon difference translates to roughly 219–365 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 and Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 27 FasDeck RX 2013 and the Regal 2860 Express Cruiser 2010 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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