Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 vs Regal 2700 ES 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 or the Regal 2700 ES 2009?

The Regal 2700 ES 2009 is the longer of the two at 28,5 feet overall. The Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 comes in at 28,5 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 or the Regal 2700 ES 2009?

For trailering, the Regal 2700 ES 2009 has the edge at 58 lbs dry weight versus 605 lbs for the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012. 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 people can each boat hold?

The Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 14 passengers, while the Regal 2700 ES 2009 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 2700 Bowrider 2012 and Regal 2700 ES 2009 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.

Q: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 and Regal 2700 ES 2009?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 86 gallons and 86 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 and Regal 2700 ES 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 and the Regal 2700 ES 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 2700 Bowrider 2012 vs Regal 2700 ES 2009

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Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012

2012

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Regal 2700 ES 2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 vs Regal 2700 ES 2009 — A Close Look at Two Deep Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 and the Regal 2700 ES 2009 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 2700 Bowrider 2012 at 28,5 ft versus Regal 2700 ES 2009 at 28,5 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 tips the scales at 605 lbs — 547 lbs more than the Regal 2700 ES 2009 at 58 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.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Regal 2700 ES 2009 is rated for 16 passengers, while the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 caps at 14. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Regal 2700 ES 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Regal 2700 ES 2009 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 2700 Bowrider 2012 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 14 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeRegal

Model2700 Bowrider

Model2700 ES

Model Year2012

Model Year2009

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

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

Bridge clearance - Meters2.29

Bridge clearance - Inches9

Deadrise24°

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

Depth - Centimeters91.44

Depth - Inches36

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

Draft [drive up] meters0.48

Draft [drive up] inches19

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

Weight - Detail5,800 lbs. (2,631 kg) with 5.7 l engine

Weight - kg2744.23

Weight - kg2630.83

Weight - lbs.605

Weight - lbs.58

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 - Meters2.74

Height - Inches108

Length - Feet28.5

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

Length overall - Meters8.69

Length overall - Inches342

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail86 gal. (325 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters325.55

Fuel tank capacity - Gal86

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Operational Info

StorageCockpit: 100 cu. ft. (2.8 m³)

Storagenot available

Water capacity11 gal. (42 l)

Water capacity11 gal. (42 l) fresh

Maximum capacity3,000 lbs. (1,361 kg)

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum people14

Maximum people16

Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 vs Regal 2700 ES 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 or the Regal 2700 ES 2009?

The Regal 2700 ES 2009 is the longer of the two at 28,5 feet overall. The Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 comes in at 28,5 feet, making it roughly 0,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 or the Regal 2700 ES 2009?

For trailering, the Regal 2700 ES 2009 has the edge at 58 lbs dry weight versus 605 lbs for the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012. 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 2700 Bowrider 2012 is Coast Guard rated for 14 passengers, while the Regal 2700 ES 2009 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 2700 Bowrider 2012 and Regal 2700 ES 2009 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 2700 Bowrider 2012 and Regal 2700 ES 2009?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 86 gallons and 86 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 2700 Bowrider 2012 and Regal 2700 ES 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2012 and the Regal 2700 ES 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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