Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 vs Glastron GS 289 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 or the Glastron GS 289 2009?

The Glastron GS 289 2009 is the longer of the two at 28,0 feet overall. The Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 26,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 or the Glastron GS 289 2009?

For trailering, the Glastron GS 289 2009 has the edge at 65 lbs dry weight versus 293 lbs for the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007. 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 DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 has a documented max rating of 190 hp. Engine specifications for the Glastron GS 289 2009 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 205 Deck Boat 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Glastron GS 289 2009 is certified for 8. 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: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Glastron GS 289 2009 measures 109" wide, compared to 102" for the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007. 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 Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 or the Glastron GS 289 2009?

The Glastron GS 289 2009 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007. That 79-gallon difference translates to roughly 237–395 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 and Glastron GS 289 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 and the Glastron GS 289 2009 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 205 Deck Boat 2007 vs Glastron GS 289 2009

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Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007

2007

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Glastron GS 289 2009

2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 vs Glastron GS 289 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 vs Glastron GS 289 2009 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Glastron GS 289 2009 measures 28,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 26,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 at 2,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 tips the scales at 293 lbs — 228 lbs more than the Glastron GS 289 2009 at 65 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 DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 carries a rated maximum of 190 hp. Engine data for the Glastron GS 289 2009 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron GS 289 2009 carries 84 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007. 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 GS 289 2009 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Glastron GS 289 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Glastron GS 289 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 28,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 6 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeGlastron

ModelDS 205 Deck Boat

ModelGS 289

Model Year2007

Model Year2009

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam102 in. (2.59 m)

Beam109 in. (2.77 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Meters2.77

Beam - Inches102

Beam - Inches109

Deadrise17℃

Deadrise20℃

Depth - Detail50.5 in. (1.28 m) Cockpit: 35 in. (.89 m)

Depth - Detail101 in. (2.57 m) Cockpit: 30 in. (0.76 m)

Depth - Centimeters129.54

Depth - Centimeters256.54

Depth - Inches50.5

Depth - Inches101

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

Draft [max] - Detail41 in. (1.04 m)

Draft [max] - Meters0.71

Draft [max] - Meters1.04

Draft [max] - Inches28

Draft [max] - Inches41

Weight - Detail2,930 lbs. (1,330 kg) w/4.3 GL Volvo Penta

Weight - Detail6,500 lbs. (2,948 kg)

Weight - kg1329.02

Weight - kg2948.35

Weight - lbs.293

Weight - lbs.65

Width [transom] - Detail94 in. (2.39 m)

Width [transom] - Detail100 in. (2.54 m)

Length - Meters6.12

Length - Meters8.79

Length - Feet2

Length - Feet28

Length - Inches1

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

Length overall - Detail28 ft. 10 in. (8.79 m)

Length overall - Meters6.12

Length overall - Meters8.79

Length overall - Inches241

Length overall - Inches346

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Detail83 in. (2.11 m)

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters2.11

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches83

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typenot available

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standard4.3 GL Volvo Penta

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail84 gal. (318 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27

Fuel tank capacity - Liters317.97

Fuel tank capacity - Gal5

Fuel tank capacity - Gal84

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Engine max190 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,400 lbs. (635 kg)

Maximum capacitynot available

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailEZ Loader EXL 4000 (painted)

Trailer - Detailnot available

Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 vs Glastron GS 289 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 or the Glastron GS 289 2009?

The Glastron GS 289 2009 is the longer of the two at 28,0 feet overall. The Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 26,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 or the Glastron GS 289 2009?

For trailering, the Glastron GS 289 2009 has the edge at 65 lbs dry weight versus 293 lbs for the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007. 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 DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 has a documented max rating of 190 hp. Engine specifications for the Glastron GS 289 2009 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 205 Deck Boat 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Glastron GS 289 2009 is certified for 8. 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.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Glastron GS 289 2009 measures 109" wide, compared to 102" for the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007. 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 Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 or the Glastron GS 289 2009?

The Glastron GS 289 2009 has the bigger tank at 84 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007. That 79-gallon difference translates to roughly 237–395 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 and Glastron GS 289 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron DS 205 Deck Boat 2007 and the Glastron GS 289 2009 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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