Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013 vs Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013 or the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012?

The Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 is the longer of the two at 28,5 feet overall. The Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013 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 2013 or the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012?

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

The Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 8 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 2700 Bowrider 2013 and Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 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: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013 or the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012?

The Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 has the bigger tank at 86 gallons, versus 9 gallons on the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013. That 77-gallon difference translates to roughly 231–385 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013 and Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013 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 2700 Bowrider 2013 vs Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012

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Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013

2013

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Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012

2012

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013 vs Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 — A Close Look at Two Deep Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013 and the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 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 2013 at 28,5 ft versus Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 at 28,5 ft. At 605 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.

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 2700 Bowrider 2013 caps at 8. 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 2700 Bowrider 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeRegal

Model2700 Bowrider

Model2700 ES Bowrider

Model Year2013

Model Year2012

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. (0.8 m) cockpit - helm

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. (0.8 m) drive down

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

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Inches36

Weight - Detail6,050 lbs. (2,744 kg)

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

Weight - kg2744.23

Weight - lbs.605

Height - Detail6 ft. 7 in. (2 m) windshield to keel

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 - Meters2.01

Height - Meters2.74

Height - Inches79

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 - Detail90 gal. (340 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail86 gal. (325 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters340.69

Fuel tank capacity - Liters325.55

Fuel tank capacity - Gal9

Fuel tank capacity - Gal86

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Operational Info

StorageCockpit: 100 cu. ft. (2.8 m³)

Water capacity11 gal. (42 l)

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

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

Maximum peopleYacht certified

Maximum people16

Trailer Info

Trailer - Height9 ft. (2.7 m) est. height on trailer - top of windshield

Trailer - Heightnot available

Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013 vs Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013 or the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012?

The Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 is the longer of the two at 28,5 feet overall. The Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013 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 2013 or the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012?

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

The Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 8 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 2700 Bowrider 2013 and Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 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.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013 or the Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012?

The Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 has the bigger tank at 86 gallons, versus 9 gallons on the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013. That 77-gallon difference translates to roughly 231–385 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013 and Regal 2700 ES Bowrider 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 2700 Bowrider 2013 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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