Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 vs Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 or the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013?

The Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 is the longer of the two at 16,5 feet overall. The Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 14,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 or the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013?

For trailering, the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 has the edge at 13 lbs dry weight versus 367 lbs for the Glastron DS 215 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 215 Deck Boat 2007 has a documented max rating of 190 hp. Engine specifications for the Glastron GTS 160 CB 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 215 Deck Boat 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 is certified for 6. 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 215 Deck Boat 2007 measures 102" wide, compared to 84" for the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013. 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 215 Deck Boat 2007 or the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013?

The Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 has the bigger tank at 56 gallons, versus 12 gallons on the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013. That 44-gallon difference translates to roughly 132–220 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 and Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 and the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 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 215 Deck Boat 2007 vs Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013

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Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007

2007

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Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013

2013

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 vs Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 vs Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 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 GTS 160 CB 2013 measures 16,5 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 14,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 at 2,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 tips the scales at 367 lbs — 354 lbs more than the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 at 13 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 215 Deck Boat 2007 carries a rated maximum of 190 hp. Engine data for the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 carries 56 gallons versus 12 gallons in the Glastron GTS 160 CB 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 DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 is rated for 12 passengers, while the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 caps at 6. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 12 passengers and at 2,0 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 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 215 Deck Boat

ModelGTS 160 CB

Model Year2007

Model Year2013

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam102 in. (2.59 m)

Beam7 ft. (2.13 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Meters2.13

Beam - Inches102

Beam - Inches84

Deadrise16℃

Deadrise17°

Depth - Detail57.5 in. (1.46 m) Cockpit: 28.5 in. (.72 m)

Depth - Detailnot available

Depth - Centimeters147.32

Depth - Centimetersnot available

Depth - Inches57.5

Depth - Inchesnot available

Draft [max] - Detail30 in. (.76 m)

Draft [max] - Detail30 in. (76 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.76

Draft [max] - Inches3

Weight - Detail3,670 lbs. (1,665 kg) w/5.0 GXi Volvo Penta

Weight - Detail1,300 lbs. (589 kg)

Weight - kg1664.68

Weight - kg589.67

Weight - lbs.367

Weight - lbs.13

Width [transom] - Detail96 in. (2.44 m)

Width [transom] - Detailnot available

Length - Meters6.38

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet2

Length - Feet16.5

Length - Inches11

Length - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Detail20 ft. 11 in. (6.38 m)

Length overall - Detail16 ft. 6 in. (5.03 m)

Length overall - Meters6.38

Length overall - Meters5.03

Length overall - Inches251

Length overall - Inches198

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

Draft [drive up] - Detail14 in. (36 cm)

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.36

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [drive up] inches14

Height - Detailnot available

Height - Detail4 ft. 3 in. (1.3 m)

Height - Metersnot available

Height - Meters1.3

Height - Inchesnot available

Height - Inches51

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 - Detail56 gal. (212 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail12 gal. (45 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98

Fuel tank capacity - Liters45.42

Fuel tank capacity - Gal56

Fuel tank capacity - Gal12

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Drive typenot available

Engine max190 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,800 lbs. (816 kg)

Maximum capacity1,590 lbs. (720 kg)

Maximum people12

Maximum people6

Trailer Info

Trailer - DetailEZ Loader EXL 5200 (painted)

Trailer - Detailnot available

Trailer - Length over allnot available

Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 6 in. (6.55 m)

Trailer - Weightnot available

Trailer - Weight754 lbs. (342 kg)

Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 vs Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 or the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013?

The Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 is the longer of the two at 16,5 feet overall. The Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 comes in at 2,0 feet, making it roughly 14,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 or the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013?

For trailering, the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 has the edge at 13 lbs dry weight versus 367 lbs for the Glastron DS 215 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 215 Deck Boat 2007 has a documented max rating of 190 hp. Engine specifications for the Glastron GTS 160 CB 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 215 Deck Boat 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 12 passengers, while the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 is certified for 6. 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 215 Deck Boat 2007 measures 102" wide, compared to 84" for the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013. 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 215 Deck Boat 2007 or the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013?

The Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 has the bigger tank at 56 gallons, versus 12 gallons on the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013. That 44-gallon difference translates to roughly 132–220 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 and Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron DS 215 Deck Boat 2007 and the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 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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