Glastron DS 205 2008 vs Glastron GT 185 2009 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Glastron DS 205 2008 or the Glastron GT 185 2009?

The Glastron GT 185 2009 is the longer of the two at 18,0 feet overall. The Glastron DS 205 2008 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 16,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron DS 205 2008 or the Glastron GT 185 2009?

For trailering, the Glastron DS 205 2008 has the edge at 293 lbs dry weight versus 2 315 lbs for the Glastron GT 185 2009. 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 2008 has a documented max rating of 270 hp. Engine specifications for the Glastron GT 185 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 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Glastron GT 185 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 DS 205 2008 measures 102" wide, compared to 88" for the Glastron GT 185 2009. 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 2008 or the Glastron GT 185 2009?

The Glastron GT 185 2009 has the bigger tank at 23 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the Glastron DS 205 2008. That 18-gallon difference translates to roughly 54–90 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Glastron DS 205 2008 and Glastron GT 185 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron DS 205 2008 and the Glastron GT 185 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 2008 vs Glastron GT 185 2009

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Glastron DS 205 2008

2008

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Glastron GT 185 2009

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Glastron DS 205 2008 vs Glastron GT 185 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a modified vee Glastron DS 205 2008 against a deep vee Glastron GT 185 2009 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 Glastron GT 185 2009 measures 18,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 16,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron DS 205 2008 at 2,0 feet (2008). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GT 185 2009 tips the scales at 2 315 lbs — 2 022 lbs less than the Glastron DS 205 2008 at 293 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 2008 carries a rated maximum of 270 hp. Engine data for the Glastron GT 185 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 GT 185 2009 carries 23 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Glastron DS 205 2008. 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 GT 185 2009 is rated for 8 passengers, while the Glastron DS 205 2008 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Glastron GT 185 2009 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Glastron GT 185 2009 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 8 passengers and at 18,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Glastron DS 205 2008 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

ModelGT 185

Model Year2008

Model Year2009

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam102 in. (2.59 m)

Beam88 in. (2.24 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Meters2.24

Beam - Inches102

Beam - Inches88

Deadrise17℃

Deadrise21℃

Depth - Detail50.5 in. (1.28 m) Cockpit: 35 in. (0.89 m)

Depth - Detail44 in. (1.12 m) Cockpit: 28.5 in. (0.72 m)

Depth - Centimeters129.54

Depth - Centimeters111.76

Depth - Inches50.5

Depth - Inches44

Draft [max] - Detail28 in. (0.71 m)

Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (0.79 m)

Draft [max] - Meters0.71

Draft [max] - Meters0.79

Draft [max] - Inches28

Draft [max] - Inches31

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

Weight - Detail2,315 lbs. (1,050 kg)

Weight - kg1329.02

Weight - kg1050.07

Weight - lbs.293

Weight - lbs.2315

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

Width [transom] - Detail86 in. (2.18 m)

Length - Meters6.12

Length - Meters5.61

Length - Feet2

Length - Feet18

Length - Inches1

Length - Inches5

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

Length overall - Detailnot available

Length overall - Meters6.12

Length overall - Metersnot available

Length overall - Inches241

Length overall - Inchesnot available

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length [over all with swim platform]18 ft. 5 in. (5.61 m)

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

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 - Detail23 gal. (87 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27

Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06

Fuel tank capacity - Gal5

Fuel tank capacity - Gal23

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Engine max270 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,400 lbs. (635 kg)

Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)

Maximum peoplenot available

Maximum people8

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailEZ Loader GM 4000T (painted)

Trailer - Detailnot available

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 10 in. (6.65 m)

Glastron DS 205 2008 vs Glastron GT 185 2009 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Glastron DS 205 2008 or the Glastron GT 185 2009?

The Glastron GT 185 2009 is the longer of the two at 18,0 feet overall. The Glastron DS 205 2008 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 16,0 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron DS 205 2008 or the Glastron GT 185 2009?

For trailering, the Glastron DS 205 2008 has the edge at 293 lbs dry weight versus 2 315 lbs for the Glastron GT 185 2009. 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 2008 has a documented max rating of 270 hp. Engine specifications for the Glastron GT 185 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 2008 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Glastron GT 185 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 DS 205 2008 measures 102" wide, compared to 88" for the Glastron GT 185 2009. 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 2008 or the Glastron GT 185 2009?

The Glastron GT 185 2009 has the bigger tank at 23 gallons, versus 5 gallons on the Glastron DS 205 2008. That 18-gallon difference translates to roughly 54–90 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Glastron DS 205 2008 and Glastron GT 185 2009 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron DS 205 2008 and the Glastron GT 185 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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