Glastron DS 215 2013 vs Glastron GLS 235 2010 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Glastron DS 215 2013 or the Glastron GLS 235 2010?

The Glastron GLS 235 2010 is the longer of the two at 23,8 feet overall. The Glastron DS 215 2013 comes in at 20,9 feet, making it roughly 2,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron DS 215 2013 or the Glastron GLS 235 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron DS 215 2013 has the edge at 36 lbs dry weight versus 408 lbs for the Glastron GLS 235 2010. 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: How many people can each boat hold?

The Glastron DS 215 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 13 passengers, while the Glastron GLS 235 2010 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 215 2013 and Glastron GLS 235 2010 share an 8 ft. 6 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: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Glastron DS 215 2013 and Glastron GLS 235 2010?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 56 gallons and 56 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Glastron DS 215 2013 and Glastron GLS 235 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron DS 215 2013 and the Glastron GLS 235 2010 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 2013 vs Glastron GLS 235 2010

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Glastron DS 215 2013

2013

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Glastron GLS 235 2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Glastron DS 215 2013 vs Glastron GLS 235 2010 — A Close Look at Two Deep Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Glastron DS 215 2013 and the Glastron GLS 235 2010 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?

On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Glastron DS 215 2013 at 20,9 ft versus Glastron GLS 235 2010 at 23,8 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GLS 235 2010 tips the scales at 408 lbs — 372 lbs less than the Glastron DS 215 2013 at 36 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.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Glastron DS 215 2013 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Glastron GLS 235 2010 caps at 12. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Glastron DS 215 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Glastron DS 215 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 20,9 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Glastron GLS 235 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 12 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeGlastron

ModelDS 215

ModelGLS 235

Model Year2013

Model Year201

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)

Beam102 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Deadrise16°

Deadrise21℃

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

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

Draft [drive up] meters0.36

Draft [drive up] meters0.46

Draft [drive up] inches14

Draft [drive up] inches17.5

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

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

Draft [max] - Meters0.76

Draft [max] - Meters0.84

Draft [max] - Inches3

Draft [max] - Inches33

Weight - Detail3,600 lbs. (1,633 kg)

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

Weight - kg1632.93

Weight - kg1850.66

Weight - lbs.36

Weight - lbs.408

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

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

Height - Detail4 ft. 10 in. (1.46 m)

Height - Detailnot available

Height - Meters1.47

Height - Metersnot available

Height - Inches58

Height - Inchesnot available

Length - Feet20.92

Length - Feet23.75

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

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

Length overall - Meters6.38

Length overall - Meters7.24

Length overall - Inches251

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 - Detail56 gal. (212 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98

Fuel tank capacity - Gal56

Fuel typeGas

Drive typenot available

Drive typeI/O

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,900 lbs. (862 kg)

Maximum capacity1,650 lbs. (748 kg)

Maximum people13

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

Trailer Info

Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 9 in. (7.24 m)

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

Trailer - Weight1,163 lbs. (528 kg)

Trailer - Weightnot available

Glastron DS 215 2013 vs Glastron GLS 235 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Glastron DS 215 2013 or the Glastron GLS 235 2010?

The Glastron GLS 235 2010 is the longer of the two at 23,8 feet overall. The Glastron DS 215 2013 comes in at 20,9 feet, making it roughly 2,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron DS 215 2013 or the Glastron GLS 235 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron DS 215 2013 has the edge at 36 lbs dry weight versus 408 lbs for the Glastron GLS 235 2010. 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.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Glastron DS 215 2013 is Coast Guard rated for 13 passengers, while the Glastron GLS 235 2010 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 215 2013 and Glastron GLS 235 2010 share an 8 ft. 6 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.

How do the fuel tanks compare on the Glastron DS 215 2013 and Glastron GLS 235 2010?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 56 gallons and 56 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Are the Glastron DS 215 2013 and Glastron GLS 235 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron DS 215 2013 and the Glastron GLS 235 2010 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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