Glastron DX 205 2006 vs Glastron GS 259 2013 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat - the Glastron DX 205 2006 or the Glastron GS 259 2013?

The Glastron GS 259 2013 is the longer of the two at 24,8 feet overall. The Glastron DX 205 2006 comes in at 20,0 feet, making it roughly 4,8 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer - the Glastron DX 205 2006 or the Glastron GS 259 2013?

For trailering, the Glastron DX 205 2006 has the edge at 2 937 lbs dry weight versus 5 450 lbs for the Glastron GS 259 2013. 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 DX 205 2006 has a documented max rating of 270 hp. Engine specifications for the Glastron GS 259 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 DX 205 2006 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Glastron GS 259 2013 is certified for 10. 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 DX 205 2006 and Glastron GS 259 2013 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 DX 205 2006 or the Glastron GS 259 2013?

The Glastron GS 259 2013 has the bigger tank at 56 gallons, versus 50 gallons on the Glastron DX 205 2006. That 6-gallon difference translates to roughly 18–30 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Glastron DX 205 2006 and Glastron GS 259 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Glastron DX 205 2006 and the Glastron GS 259 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 DX 205 2006 vs Glastron GS 259 2013

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Glastron DX 205 2006

2006

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Glastron GS 259 2013

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Glastron DX 205 2006 vs Glastron GS 259 2013: Same Brand, Different Boat

The Glastron DX 205 2006 vs Glastron GS 259 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 GS 259 2013 measures 24,8 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 4,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron DX 205 2006 at 20,0 feet (2006). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GS 259 2013 tips the scales at 5 450 lbs - 2 513 lbs less than the Glastron DX 205 2006 at 2 937 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 DX 205 2006 carries a rated maximum of 270 hp. Engine data for the Glastron GS 259 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 GS 259 2013 carries 56 gallons versus 50 gallons in the Glastron DX 205 2006. 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 259 2013 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Glastron DX 205 2006 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 259 2013 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Glastron GS 259 2013 if your priority is putting more people on the water - it handles 10 passengers and at 24,8 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Glastron DX 205 2006 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

ModelDX 205

ModelGS 259

Model Year2006

Model Year2013

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam102 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Deadrise17℃

Deadrise20°

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

Depth - Detailnot available

Depth - Centimeters129.54

Depth - Centimetersnot available

Depth - Inches50.5

Depth - Inchesnot available

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

Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (91 cm)

Draft [max] - Meters0.71

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Inches28

Draft [max] - Inches36

Weight - Detailw/ 4.3 GL Volvo Penta?: 2,937 lbs. (1,332 kg)

Weight - Detail5,450 lbs. (2,472 kg)

Weight - kg1332.2

Weight - kg2472.08

Weight - lbs.2937

Weight - lbs.5450

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

Width [transom] - Detail98 in. (2.49 m)

Length - Feet20

Length - Feet24.83

Length - Inches1

Length - Inchesnot available

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

Length overall - Detail24 ft. 10 in. (7.57 m)

Length overall - Meters6.12

Length overall - Meters7.57

Length overall - Inches241

Length overall - Inches298

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

Draft [drive up] - Detail22 in. (56 cm)

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.56

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [drive up] inches22

Height - Detailnot available

Height - Detail7 ft. (2.13 m)

Height - Metersnot available

Height - Meters2.13

Height - Inchesnot available

Height - Inches84

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standard4.3 GL Volvo Penta?

Engine/s standardnot available

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 - Gal50

Fuel tank capacity - Gal56

Drive typeI/O

Drive typenot available

Engine max270 hp

Engine maxnot available

Fuel typenot available

Fuel typeGas

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,400 lbs. (635 kg)

Maximum capacity2,240 lbs. (1,016 kg)

Maximum peoplenot available

Maximum people10

Body / Hull

Hull materialnot available

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typenot available

Hull typeDeep Vee

Glastron DX 205 2006 vs Glastron GS 259 2013 - Common Questions

Which is the larger boat - the Glastron DX 205 2006 or the Glastron GS 259 2013?

The Glastron GS 259 2013 is the longer of the two at 24,8 feet overall. The Glastron DX 205 2006 comes in at 20,0 feet, making it roughly 4,8 ft shorter - a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer - the Glastron DX 205 2006 or the Glastron GS 259 2013?

For trailering, the Glastron DX 205 2006 has the edge at 2 937 lbs dry weight versus 5 450 lbs for the Glastron GS 259 2013. 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 DX 205 2006 has a documented max rating of 270 hp. Engine specifications for the Glastron GS 259 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 DX 205 2006 is Coast Guard rated for 6 passengers, while the Glastron GS 259 2013 is certified for 10. 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 DX 205 2006 and Glastron GS 259 2013 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 DX 205 2006 or the Glastron GS 259 2013?

The Glastron GS 259 2013 has the bigger tank at 56 gallons, versus 50 gallons on the Glastron DX 205 2006. That 6-gallon difference translates to roughly 18–30 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Glastron DX 205 2006 and Glastron GS 259 2013 from the same manufacturer?

Yes - both the Glastron DX 205 2006 and the Glastron GS 259 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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