Regal LX43 (2025-)

• Tahiti White hull and bottom
• Digital Switching
• Garmin VHF radio
• Mosaic Countertops
• Pure White cockpit upholstery
• Air Conditioning
• Bow Thruster
• Seakeeper 4 Stabilization System
• Television - Cockpit
• Ultimate Audio Package - JL Audio
• Underwater PowerPlatform
• Ultimate Underwater Lighting

• Anchor Windlass - Rope & Chain
• Bow Sunshade System - Manual
• Cockpit Refrigerator
• Dual Garmin 9222 + B60 Transducer
• Fish Package
• Garmin HD Open Array Radar
• Garmin Integrated Armrest
• Generator: Diesel 110V
• Hardtop - Steel Grey Underside
• High Gloss Teak Package
• Low Light Camera
• Outriggers - Bases Only
• PowerShade
• Rocket Launcher - Hardtop
• Starlink Maritime Internet
• Synthetic Teak Cockpit Sole
• Synthetic Teak Steps
• Synthetic Teak Swim Platform
• Toilet: Overboard Discharge
• TV - Mid Cabin
• Twin Mercury 600HP Verado
• Two paddle board holders
• US-EPA Compliant Fuel System

Bow

Innovation is key aboard the Regal LX43 and this is quite evident in the bow area where plentiful seating awaits as does large storage areas.

Helm & Cockpit

Access to and from the bow is via a single walk-thru located to port. This design, as we will see, allows the helm and cockpit areas to take full advantage of the Regal LX43’s 13’2” beam in this part of the boat.

Aft Section

A lot of thought went into designing and outfitting the aft section of the Regal LX43 with all of it going towards maximizing entertainment space in addition to offering the fishing oriented owners an option for enhancing their time going for tight lines.

Living Accommodations

While the Regal LX43 is billed as a luxury bowrider, she is also outfitted with the kind of conveniences which make extended weekends possible as well as longer time away from your home dock should those opportunities present themselves. Step down the stylish staircase, with a well-placed handrail just where it should be, and you will be greeted by a pair of staterooms and a spacious head, all tastefully outfitted.

Our walkthrough Regal LX43 was equipped with a pair of 600-hp Mercury outboards and runs on the company’s OceanTrac2 hull, which they have designed to allow for outstanding handling even in challenging offshore conditions.

Regal reported that during their test runs on the same vessel with dual 600-hp Mercury V12 outboard engines, at 6,350 rpm, a top speed of 52.1 mph/45.3 kts was achieved, burning a total of 109 gph. At 5,000 rpm, she turned in a 39.6 mph/34.3 kts, and at 4,000 rpm, she posted an impressive and comfortable 29.4 mph/25.5 kts. 

There is more to the Regal LX43 than just its good looks, advanced electronics, performance and handling, and the top-of-the-line craftsmanship, workmanship, and luxury oriented details that went into this big dayboat bowrider with overnight and extended cruising capabilities.

She’s a Regal and that means there is a dedicated, family company, whose personal values means they will stand behind her, ready to cater to her owner’s needs and is something that has not only withstood the test of time but has only become the very essence of every Regal product.

The Regal LX43 combines the best of a high-end day boat with that of one which will supply the kind of memorable on-water experiences to last a lifetime. Should you be in the market for something in this size and quality, then a visit, walk-thru, and sea trial aboard the Regal LX43 is a must.

Remember, life is better on a boat!

Overview

Captain Boomie's introduction: "The LX43 is primarily designed for entertaining a large family or big group of friends in comfort no matter what the temperature."

Terraces / Beam Expansion

Both port and starboard terraces fold down, expanding the beam from 13 feet, 2 inches to 17 feet, 6 inches. Captain Boomie's assessment: "It's massive." She noted the roominess theme continues down to the swim platform, aided by the choice of Mercury 600 outboards, whose cowlings remain stationary (only the lower unit moves), preserving the full swim platform footprint.

Console / Fishing Configuration

The standard console is fishing-oriented:

• Pressurized 22-gallon livewells
• Multiple rod holders, plus rocket launchers above
• Port-side swim ladder with a freshwater rinse
• Wet storage compartment
• Fish box on one side; ice maker on the other, with the mechanical room positioned between them

Console alternative: The entire console can be swapped for a giant sun lounger if fishing amenities aren't desired.

Stabilization / Power Systems

Captain Boomie identified the audible system as the Seakeeper, standard equipment (Seakeeper 4) for stabilizing the boat at rest and at low speed. A 5 kW diesel generator keeps the 24-volt lithium battery bank charged; these batteries power the Seakeeper, standard AC, and most of the boat's needs — not the generator directly.

Raw Water System (Engineering Detail)

Captain Boomie highlighted a specific engineering choice: multiple systems requiring raw water are routed through a single robust sea strainer and distributed via a manifold. Her assessment: "So you can have one hole instead of five in your boat... these are the things that make your boat safer and easier to operate."

Aft Cockpit Seating / Dining

A convertible seating area folds back with the table opening to seat eight. Captain Boomie specifically praised the seat design: "The angle that they chose for this seat is laid back, and I love it, but it's still got lumbar support, and I feel that, and they thought about the fact that I've got this dangling foot thing, and they solved it." She also noted decorative dark wood inlays throughout the upholstery.

Additional features: Storage beneath and behind the seating; a movable armrest/cup holder unit; additional cup holders; individually controllable AC vents (which can be turned off if a wet, sun-seeking guest gets chilly).

Galley (Port Side)

• Two electric grills, with a safety beep alert if opened while in use
• A sink with a cutting board insert, described as "deep, deep"
• Two refrigerators underneath (one swappable for a freezer)
• A small display screen Captain Boomie teased but did not yet explain (addressed later at the helm)

Overhead Finish / Hidden Speakers / TV

A TV drops down from the overhead. Captain Boomie noted a textured overhead panel conceals speakers: "I don't really like the look of speakers, but I like that."

Helm Seat (Companion/Forward Seating)

Described by Captain Boomie as her favorite spot on the boat: "This seat makes so much sense to me. It has a nice little step up, and then it really hugs you in a perfect spot to have the best view forward, while not being responsible for the boat." Includes cup holders and underneath storage.

Helm Station (Operator Seat)

Width: approximately 20 inches — Captain Boomie noted this as unusually spacious: "I'm so used to having to sort of shimmy in, but not here." Includes dedicated AC vents.

Displays: Three large screens controlling the entire boat via a digital switching system. Captain Boomie's assessment: "I'm so impressed with this software... it is so intuitive and so beautifully done that it is part of the experience for anybody on board, including your guests who might need to do something like open a window or the [hardtop]."

Animated interface detail: She specifically praised the real-time visual feedback: "They've animated all of these things so that if the hardtop is open in real life, it's also open on the interface." She described this system as "the command center of your experience on board" — capable of closing up the boat and running AC for a fully enclosed environment, or opening everything and controlling lighting/colors from any display.

Power Management (Lithium Battery Bank)

The boat runs on a lithium battery bank for ship systems. Captain Boomie noted the quiet operation while running AC and other systems on battery, referencing a 41% charge shown on the display at time of filming: "If it gets to about 20%, the generator will kick on, charge this battery bank, and that will continue to run all of my systems." Her summary: "What it really means is while we're at a sandbar, it's a beautiful, relaxing, and quiet experience."

Helm Storage / Additional Details

• A glove-box-style compartment that is actually an ice box
• Four cup holders
• Fusion radio
• Magnetic phone charger
• A drop spot for keys/wallet
• Bow thruster control
• Adjustable helm seat
• Throttles and joystick
• Garmin control panel, allowing management of window open/close, AC, lighting, music, and even lowering wing stations — all from one button, which Captain Boomie specifically praised the placement of

Helm Visibility

At 5'6", Captain Boomie reported great visibility while standing, crediting minimal hardtop support structure: large stanchions aft, smaller ones forward, and a curved windscreen that doesn't obstruct the view. She also tested visibility while seated/elevated, noting taller operators retain good visibility due to tall windows, and shorter operators can raise the electrically adjustable seats.

Bow Access

A window and door move aside for an easy walkthrough forward. Captain Boomie praised Regal's one-touch design for the heavy windshield panels, noting the ease of operation.

Customization Options

Colors, stitching type, and stitching color are all customizable. Deck material is also selectable — the test boat used PlasDECK (referred to as "PLA deck" in the transcript), which includes accent lines appearing throughout the boat.

Bow Storage / Access Step

Storage and cup holders are located at the bow. Captain Boomie's favorite bow detail: a dedicated step providing safe, stable access to the bow and anchor locker. An insert can be added at this location for boarding at a particularly high dock, paired with a safety railing — she noted the benefit over stepping on a cushion: "You're not stepping onto something soft and movable like a cushion. You're stepping onto something nice and safe with non-skid on it."

Below-Deck Access

Regal's one-touch sliding hatch system was demonstrated again here, described as operating without tugging or struggling.

Companionway (Noted Drawback)

Captain Boomie identified this as her least favorite feature: "When I'm standing in it, I don't actually fit." She explained Regal's design rationale: the companionway was intentionally sized to leave enough room for anyone to easily access and crawl into the mid-cabin, which — per standard boat safety practice of using handrails and pivoting to walk backward through a companionway — results in more room for that purpose than typically seen. Her broader takeaway: "Remember, all boats are a compromise, and it's the mid-cabin that makes the LX43 a real cruising yacht, not just a day boat or a weekender. This gives her a lot more utility and value."

Mid-Cabin

Headroom: 79 inches overhead.

Settee: Noted at its widest point (figure as stated in source: "two inches," though this appears to be a transcription/measurement error relative to context — reported as stated). Includes an insert that folds down to convert to an additional bed.

Head

Captain Boomie's assessment: "They've made some interesting design choices in here that make it look way less like it belongs on a 40-foot boat and more like it belongs in a chic little hotel."

Shower detail: A textured grid surface serves as a bracing point if the boat rocks while showering at anchor, in lieu of a conventional safety handle.

Berths (Mid-Cabin)

Each bed measures 38 inches wide by 75 inches long; an insert can convert the space into a king bed. Overhead clearance in this area is 30 inches. Features include TVs, windows with raisable curtains, reading lights, and — noted as Captain Boomie's favorite detail — wireless charging spots.

Additional cabin features: A control panel for lights and air conditioning, plus a microwave.

Performance Data (Provided by Regal — Not Independently Tested)

Captain Boomie explicitly noted: "By the time we finished our walkthrough, there was no time left to test the LX43, but the folks at Regal were kind enough to share with us numbers."

Engines: twin Mercury V12, 600 horsepower each, turning 24.5-inch dual prop sets

Weight: 30,506 pounds

• Top speed: 52.1 mph at 6,350 RPM
• Best cruise: 29.4 mph at 4,000 RPM, burning 41.6 gallons per hour, achieving 0.71 miles per gallon
• Range at best cruise: 316 statute miles / 274 nautical miles, with a 10% fuel reserve, from the 498-gallon tank
• 0–30 mph: 8.0 seconds flat

Captain Boomie noted the full set of Regal-provided numbers is available on the BoatTEST website.

Closing Assessment

"The real story of this boat is how the engineering team at Regal and the design team got together and created systems that can be used by anyone on board. And I'm very impressed with how they did that and how easy and effortless they are to use. Plus, I really think that they're making deep design choices and engineering choices that we're gonna see in other boats across categories. This is where boating's going."