Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 vs Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 or the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012?

The Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012 is the longer of the two at 42,3 feet overall. The Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 comes in at 38,0 feet, making it roughly 4,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 or the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012?

For trailering, the Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 has the edge at 152 lbs dry weight versus 205 lbs for the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 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: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 has a documented max rating of 2 hp. Engine specifications for the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many passengers can the Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 carry?

The Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 has an official capacity rating of 11 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 42 Sport Coupe 2012 measures 156" wide, compared to 146" for the Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008. 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 3760 IB Commodore 2008 or the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012?

The Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 has the bigger tank at 276 gallons, versus 3 gallons on the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012. That 273-gallon difference translates to roughly 819–1365 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 and Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 and the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 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 3760 IB Commodore 2008 vs Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012

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Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008

2008

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Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 vs Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 against a deep vee Regal 42 Sport Coupe 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012 measures 42,3 feet overall (2012), giving it roughly 4,3 additional feet of deck space compared to the Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 at 38,0 feet (2008). At 152 lbs and 205 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 3760 IB Commodore 2008 carries a rated maximum of 2 hp. Engine data for the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 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 3760 IB Commodore 2008 carries 276 gallons versus 3 gallons in the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

The Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 is rated for up to 11 people. Passenger data for the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012 wasn't available.

Bottom line: The Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012 at 42,3 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 at 38,0 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

Model3760 IB Commodore

Model42 Sport Coupe

Model Year2008

Model Year2012

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam12 ft. 2 in. (3.7 m)

Beam13 ft. (4 m)

Beam - Meters3.71

Beam - Meters3.96

Beam - Inches146

Beam - Inches156

Bridge clearance - DetailTop Down: 12 ft. 2 in. (3.7 m)

Bridge clearance - Detail12 ft. 4 in. (3.8 m) top of radar

Bridge clearance - Meters3.71

Bridge clearance - Meters3.76

Bridge clearance - Inches146

Bridge clearance - Inches148

Deadrise19℃

Deadrise18°

Depth - Detail30 in. (0.7 m)

Depth - Detail38 in. (0.9 m) cockpit - helm

Depth - Centimeters76.2

Depth - Centimeters96.52

Depth - Inches3

Depth - Inches38

Draft [max] - Detail34 in. (0.87 m)

Draft [max] - Detailnot available

Draft [max] - Meters0.86

Draft [max] - Metersnot available

Draft [max] - Inches34

Draft [max] - Inchesnot available

Weight - Detail15,200 lbs. (6,895 kg)

Weight - Detail20,500 lbs. (8,527 kg) with IPS 400 engine

Weight - kg6894.6

Weight - kg9298.64

Weight - lbs.152

Weight - lbs.205

Length - Meters11.6

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet38

Length - Feet42.33

Length overall - Detail38 ft. 0 in. (11.6 m)

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Meters11.58

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Inches456

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

Draft [drive up] - Detail41 in. (1.04 m)

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] meters1.04

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [drive up] inches41

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length [over all with swim platform]42 ft. 4 in. (12.9 m) with ext. platform

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standardTwin Volvo 8.1 Gi V FWC (840 hp)

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail276 gal. (1,045 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail300 gal. (1,135 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters1044.77

Fuel tank capacity - Liters1135.62

Fuel tank capacity - Gal276

Fuel tank capacity - Gal3

Fuel typeGas or Diesel

Drive typeInboard - Twin

Drive typeI/O - Twin

Engine max2 x 840 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

HeadVacuFlush? with holding tank

Headnot available

Water capacitynot available

Water capacity70 gal. (284 l)

Maximum peoplenot available

Maximum peopleYacht certified

Holding tank capacity - Detailnot available

Holding tank capacity - Detail40 gal. (151 l)

Holding tank capacity - Litersnot available

Holding tank capacity - Liters151.42

Holding tank capacity - Galnot available

Holding tank capacity - Gal4

Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 vs Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 or the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012?

The Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012 is the longer of the two at 42,3 feet overall. The Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 comes in at 38,0 feet, making it roughly 4,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 or the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012?

For trailering, the Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 has the edge at 152 lbs dry weight versus 205 lbs for the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 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.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 has a documented max rating of 2 hp. Engine specifications for the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many passengers can the Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 carry?

The Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 has an official capacity rating of 11 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 42 Sport Coupe 2012 measures 156" wide, compared to 146" for the Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008. 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 3760 IB Commodore 2008 or the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012?

The Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 has the bigger tank at 276 gallons, versus 3 gallons on the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012. That 273-gallon difference translates to roughly 819–1365 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 and Regal 42 Sport Coupe 2012 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Regal 3760 IB Commodore 2008 and the Regal 42 Sport Coupe 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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