Regal 38 Express 2011 vs Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat - the Regal 38 Express 2011 or the Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010?

The Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010 is the longer of the two at 44,6 feet overall. The Regal 38 Express 2011 comes in at 38,0 feet, making it roughly 6,6 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer - the Regal 38 Express 2011 or the Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010?

For trailering, the Regal 38 Express 2011 has the edge at 15 200 lbs dry weight versus 22 000 lbs for the Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010. 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: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010 measures 168" wide, compared to 146" for the Regal 38 Express 2011. 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 38 Express 2011 or the Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010?

The Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010 has the bigger tank at 328 gallons, versus 276 gallons on the Regal 38 Express 2011. That 52-gallon difference translates to roughly 156–260 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Regal 38 Express 2011 and Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Regal 38 Express 2011 and the Regal 4460 Sportyacht 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 38 Express 2011 vs Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010

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Regal 38 Express 2011

2011

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Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010

2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Regal 38 Express 2011 vs Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010: Which Modified-V Boat Fits Your Needs?

Both the Regal 38 Express 2011 and the Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010 are modified-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so 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?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010 measures 44,6 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 6,6 additional feet of deck space compared to the Regal 38 Express 2011 at 38,0 feet (2011). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010 tips the scales at 22 000 lbs - 6 800 lbs less than the Regal 38 Express 2011 at 15 200 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.

Bottom line: The Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010 at 44,6 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Regal 38 Express 2011 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

Model38 Express

Model4460 Sportyacht

Model Year2011

Model Year2010

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam12 ft. 2 in. (3.7 m)

Beam14 ft. (4.2 m)

Beam - Meters3.71

Beam - Meters4.27

Beam - Inches146

Beam - Inches168

Bridge clearance - Detail12 ft. 2 in. (3.7 m) top of arch light 12 ft. 4 in. (3.7 m)top - closed array

Bridge clearance - Detail10 ft. 7 in. (3.2 m) top of arch 12 ft. 10 in. (3.9 m) top of hardtop

Bridge clearance - Meters3.76

Bridge clearance - Meters3.91

Bridge clearance - Inches148

Bridge clearance - Inches154

Deadrise19°

Deadrise20°

Depth - Detail30 in. (0.7 m) cockpit - helm

Depth - Centimeters76.2

Depth - Inches30

Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in. (0.5 m) high trim (I/O)

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

Draft [drive up] meters0.56

Draft [drive up] meters0.89

Draft [drive up] inches22

Draft [drive up] inches35

Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (0.9 m) drive down 34 in. (0.9 m) V-drive

Draft [max] - Detailnot available

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Metersnot available

Draft [max] - Inches36

Draft [max] - Inchesnot available

Weight - Detail15,200 lbs. (6,895 kg) with twin 8.1 l engines

Weight - Detail22,000 lbs. (9,979 kg) with twin 8.1 l engines

Weight - kg6894.6

Weight - kg9979.02

Weight - lbs.15200

Weight - lbs.22000

Height - Detail12 ft. 5 in. (3.7 m)

Height - Detail12 ft. 9 in. (3.9 m) top of arch with radar

Height - Meters3.78

Height - Meters3.89

Height - Inches149

Height - Inches153

Length - Feet38

Length - Feet44.58

Length [over all with swim platform]38 ft. (11.6 m) with ext. platform

Length [over all with swim platform]44 ft. 7 in. (13.6 m) with platform

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

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

Fuel tank capacity - Detail328 gal. (1,241.6 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters1044.77

Fuel tank capacity - Liters1241.61

Fuel tank capacity - Gal276

Fuel tank capacity - Gal328

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O - Twin

Operational Info

Headroom6 ft. 5 in. (1.95 m) max salon

Headroom6 ft. 6 in. (1.9 m) cabin

Sleeping capacity6 Sleeping Width: 58 in. (1.4 m) max fwd stateroom; 34 in. (0.8 m) max dinette sleeper; 78 in. (1.9 m) max aft stateroom Sleeping Depth: 98 in. (2.4 m) max fwd stateroom; 84 in. (2.1 m) max dinette sleeper; 51 in. (1.2 m) max aft stateroom

Sleeping capacity6

StorageCabin: 75 cu. ft. (2.1 m³) Cockpit: 83 cu. ft. (2.3 m³)

StorageCabin: 133 cu. ft. Cockpit: 39 cu. ft.

Water capacity67 gal. (253 l) (I/O) 61 gal. (230 l) (I/B)

Water capacity101 gal. (382.2 l)

Maximum peopleYacht certified

Holding tank capacity - Detail30 gal. (114 l)

Holding tank capacity - Detail48 gal. (181.6 l)

Holding tank capacity - Liters113.56

Holding tank capacity - Liters181.7

Holding tank capacity - Gal30

Holding tank capacity - Gal48

Regal 38 Express 2011 vs Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Regal 38 Express 2011 or the Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010?

The Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010 is the longer of the two at 44,6 feet overall. The Regal 38 Express 2011 comes in at 38,0 feet, making it roughly 6,6 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer - the Regal 38 Express 2011 or the Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010?

For trailering, the Regal 38 Express 2011 has the edge at 15 200 lbs dry weight versus 22 000 lbs for the Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010. 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.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010 measures 168" wide, compared to 146" for the Regal 38 Express 2011. 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 38 Express 2011 or the Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010?

The Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010 has the bigger tank at 328 gallons, versus 276 gallons on the Regal 38 Express 2011. That 52-gallon difference translates to roughly 156–260 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Regal 38 Express 2011 and Regal 4460 Sportyacht 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Regal 38 Express 2011 and the Regal 4460 Sportyacht 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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