Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 vs Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 or the Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012?

The Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 is the longer of the two at 34,7 feet overall. The Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 comes in at 34,0 feet, making it roughly 0,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 or the Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012?

For trailering, the Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 has the edge at 114 lbs dry weight versus 114 lbs for the Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser 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 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 has a documented max rating of 2 hp. Engine specifications for the Regal 3550 Cuddy 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 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 1 passengers, while the Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 is certified for 10. 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 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 and Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 share an 11 ft. 4 in. (3.4 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 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 and Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 186 gallons and 186 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 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 and Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 and the Regal 3550 Cuddy 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 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 vs Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012

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Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008

2008

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Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012

2012

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 vs Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 against a deep vee Regal 3550 Cuddy 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 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 at 34,0 ft versus Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 at 34,7 ft. At 114 lbs and 114 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 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 carries a rated maximum of 2 hp. Engine data for the Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 186 gal and 186 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 10 passengers and at 34,7 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 1 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeRegal

Model3350 Sport Cruiser

Model3550 Cuddy

Model Year2008

Model Year2012

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam11 ft. 4 in. (3.4 m)

Beam - Meters3.45

Beam - Inches136

Bridge clearance - DetailTop Down: 84 in. (2.1 m)

Bridge clearance - Detail84 in. (2.1 m) top of arch

Bridge clearance - Meters2.13

Bridge clearance - Inches84

Deadrise19℃

Deadrise19°

Depth - Detail35 in. (0.88 m)

Depth - Detail35 in. (0.9 m) cockpit - helm

Depth - Centimeters88.9

Depth - Inches35

Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (0.88 m)

Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (0.9 m) drive down

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Inches35

Weight - Detail11,400 lbs. (5,170 kg)

Weight - Detail11,400 lbs. (5,171 kg) with twin 5.7L engine

Weight - kg5170.95

Weight - lbs.114

Length - Meters10.6

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet34

Length - Feet34.67

Length - Inches8

Length - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Detail34 ft. 8 in. (10.6 m)

Length overall - Detail34 ft. 8 in. (10.5 m)

Length overall - Meters10.57

Length overall - Inches416

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

Draft [drive up] - Detail21 in. (0.5 m)

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.53

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [drive up] inches21

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardTwin MerCruiser 350M MPI B3 (600 hp)

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail186 gal. (704 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters704.09

Fuel tank capacity - Gal186

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Drive typeI/O - Twin

Drive typeI/O

Engine max2 x 840 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

HeadVacuFlush? with holding tank

Headnot available

Maximum capacity4,850 lbs. (2,200 kg)

Maximum capacitynot available

Maximum people1

Maximum peopleYacht certified

Headroomnot available

Headroom64 in. (1.6 m) cabin

Sleeping capacitynot available

Sleeping capacity2

Storagenot available

StorageCabin: 39 cu. ft. (1.1 m³) Cockpit: 65 cu. ft. (1.8 m³)

Water capacitynot available

Water capacity30 gal. (113 l)

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

Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 vs Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 or the Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012?

The Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 is the longer of the two at 34,7 feet overall. The Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 comes in at 34,0 feet, making it roughly 0,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 or the Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012?

For trailering, the Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 has the edge at 114 lbs dry weight versus 114 lbs for the Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser 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 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 has a documented max rating of 2 hp. Engine specifications for the Regal 3550 Cuddy 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 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 1 passengers, while the Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 is certified for 10. 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 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 and Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 share an 11 ft. 4 in. (3.4 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 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 and Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 186 gallons and 186 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 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 and Regal 3550 Cuddy 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 3350 Sport Cruiser 2008 and the Regal 3550 Cuddy 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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