Glastron DS 200 2013 vs Glastron GLS 235 2011 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Glastron DS 200 2013 or the Glastron GLS 235 2011?

The Glastron GLS 235 2011 is the longer of the two at 23,8 feet overall. The Glastron DS 200 2013 comes in at 20,1 feet, making it roughly 3,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron DS 200 2013 or the Glastron GLS 235 2011?

For trailering, the Glastron DS 200 2013 has the edge at 271 lbs dry weight versus 408 lbs for the Glastron GLS 235 2011. 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 Glastron GLS 235 2011 has a documented max rating of 300 hp. Engine specifications for the Glastron DS 200 2013 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 Glastron DS 200 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 1 passengers, while the Glastron GLS 235 2011 is certified for 12. 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 Glastron DS 200 2013 and Glastron GLS 235 2011 share an 102 in. (2.59 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 Glastron DS 200 2013 or the Glastron GLS 235 2011?

The Glastron GLS 235 2011 has the bigger tank at 56 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the Glastron DS 200 2013. That 51-gallon difference translates to roughly 153–255 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Glastron DS 200 2013 and Glastron GLS 235 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron DS 200 2013 and the Glastron GLS 235 2011 are built by Glastron. 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

Glastron DS 200 2013 vs Glastron GLS 235 2011

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Glastron DS 200 2013

2013

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Glastron GLS 235 2011

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Glastron DS 200 2013 vs Glastron GLS 235 2011 — Which Deep Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Glastron DS 200 2013 and the Glastron GLS 235 2011 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?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Glastron GLS 235 2011 measures 23,8 feet overall (2011), giving it roughly 3,7 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron DS 200 2013 at 20,1 feet (2013). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GLS 235 2011 tips the scales at 408 lbs — 137 lbs less than the Glastron DS 200 2013 at 271 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.

The Glastron GLS 235 2011 tops out at 300 hp. Engine specs for the Glastron DS 200 2013 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron GLS 235 2011 carries 56 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Glastron DS 200 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Glastron GLS 235 2011 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Glastron DS 200 2013 caps at 1. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Glastron GLS 235 2011 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Glastron GLS 235 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 23,8 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Glastron DS 200 2013 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

MakeGlastron

ModelDS 2

ModelGLS 235

Model Year2013

Model Year2011

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam102 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Deadrise17°

Deadrise21℃

Draft [drive up] - Detail13 in. (33 cm)

Draft [drive up] - Detail17.5 in. (0.44 m)

Draft [drive up] meters0.33

Draft [drive up] meters0.46

Draft [drive up] inches13

Draft [drive up] inches17.5

Draft [max] - Detail28 in. (71 cm)

Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (0.84 m)

Draft [max] - Meters0.71

Draft [max] - Meters0.84

Draft [max] - Inches28

Draft [max] - Inches33

Weight - Detail2,710 lbs. (997 kg)

Weight - Detail4,080 lbs. (1,851 kg) with engine

Weight - kg1229.23

Weight - kg1850.66

Weight - lbs.271

Weight - lbs.408

Width [transom] - Detail98 in. (2.39 m)

Width [transom] - Detail97 in. (2.46 m)

Height - Detail4 ft. 3 in. (1.28 m)

Height - Detailnot available

Height - Meters1.3

Height - Metersnot available

Height - Inches51

Height - Inchesnot available

Length - Feet20.08

Length - Feet23.75

Length overall - Detail20 ft. 1 in. (6.12 m)

Length overall - Detail23 ft. 9 in. (7.24 m)

Length overall - Meters6.12

Length overall - Meters7.24

Length overall - Inches241

Length overall - Inches285

Depth - Detailnot available

Depth - Detail57 in. (1.45 m) Cockpit: 36 in. (0.91 m) Maximum: 70 in. (1.78 m)

Depth - Centimetersnot available

Depth - Centimeters177.8

Depth - Inchesnot available

Depth - Inches7

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27

Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98

Fuel tank capacity - Gal5

Fuel tank capacity - Gal56

Fuel typeGas

Engine makenot available

Engine makeVolvo Penta

Engine modelnot available

Engine model5.7 GXi

Drive typenot available

Drive typeI/O

Engine maxnot available

Engine max300 hp

Operational Info

Maximum capacity2,200 lbs. (997 kg)

Maximum capacity1,650 lbs. (748 kg)

Maximum people1

Maximum people12 or 1,650 lbs. (748 kg)

Trailer Info

Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 5 in. (7.14 m)

Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 10 in. (7.87 m)

Trailer - Weight1,086 lbs. (493 kg)

Trailer - Weightnot available

Glastron DS 200 2013 vs Glastron GLS 235 2011 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Glastron DS 200 2013 or the Glastron GLS 235 2011?

The Glastron GLS 235 2011 is the longer of the two at 23,8 feet overall. The Glastron DS 200 2013 comes in at 20,1 feet, making it roughly 3,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron DS 200 2013 or the Glastron GLS 235 2011?

For trailering, the Glastron DS 200 2013 has the edge at 271 lbs dry weight versus 408 lbs for the Glastron GLS 235 2011. 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 Glastron GLS 235 2011 has a documented max rating of 300 hp. Engine specifications for the Glastron DS 200 2013 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 Glastron DS 200 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 1 passengers, while the Glastron GLS 235 2011 is certified for 12. 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 Glastron DS 200 2013 and Glastron GLS 235 2011 share an 102 in. (2.59 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 Glastron DS 200 2013 or the Glastron GLS 235 2011?

The Glastron GLS 235 2011 has the bigger tank at 56 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the Glastron DS 200 2013. That 51-gallon difference translates to roughly 153–255 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Glastron DS 200 2013 and Glastron GLS 235 2011 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron DS 200 2013 and the Glastron GLS 235 2011 are built by Glastron. 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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