Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron DX 215 2009 vs Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron DX 215 2009 vs Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Glastron DX 215 2009 at 2,0 ft versus Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 at 2,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron DX 215 2009 tips the scales at 393 lbs — 115 lbs more than the Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 at 278 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 GT 205 Bowrider 2007 tops out at 135 hp. Engine specs for the Glastron DX 215 2009 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron DX 215 2009 carries 56 gallons versus 35 gallons in the Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Glastron DX 215 2009 is rated for up to 1 people. Passenger data for the Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Glastron DX 215 2009 and Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
ModelDX 215
ModelGT 205 Bowrider
Model Year2009
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (2.59 m)
Beam92 in. (2.33 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches92
Deadrise16℃
Deadrise21℃
Depth - Detail57.5 in. (1.46 m) Cockpit: 28.5 in. (0.72 m)
Depth - Detail43 in. (1.09 m) Cockpit: 29 in. (.74 m)
Depth - Centimeters147.32
Depth - Centimeters109.22
Depth - Inches57.5
Depth - Inches43
Draft [max] - Detail30 in. (0.76 m)
Draft [max] - Detail31.5 in. (.80 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Inches3
Draft [max] - Inches31.5
Weight - Detail3,930 lbs. (1,783 kg)
Weight - Detail2,780 lbs. (1,260 kg) w/4.3 GL Volvo Penta
Weight - kg1782.62
Weight - kg1260.99
Weight - lbs.393
Weight - lbs.278
Width [transom] - Detail98 in. (2.49 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length - Meters6.38
Length - Meters6.3
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet2
Length - Inches11
Length - Inches8
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 11 in. (6.38 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters6.38
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches251
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]20 ft. 8 in. (6.30 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (132 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal56
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard3.0 GL Volvo Penta
Engine maxnot available
Engine max135 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,800 lbs. (816 kg)
Maximum capacity1,275 lbs. (578 kg)
Maximum people1
Maximum peoplenot available
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 9 in. (7.24 m)
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailEZ Loader TRST 3000 (painted)