Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron DX 235 2008 vs Glastron GX 205 2006 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron DX 235 2008 vs Glastron GX 205 2006 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 235 2008 at 22,0 ft versus Glastron GX 205 2006 at 19,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GX 205 2006 tips the scales at 3 045 lbs — 3 041 lbs less than the Glastron DX 235 2008 at 4 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 320 hp for the Glastron DX 235 2008 and 315 hp for the Glastron GX 205 2006. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron DX 235 2008 carries 73 gallons versus 35 gallons in the Glastron GX 205 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 6 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Glastron DX 235 2008 at 22,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Glastron GX 205 2006 at 19,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
Model Year2008
Model Year2006
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (2.59 m)
Beam96 in. (2.44 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.44
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches96
Deadrise15℃
Deadrise21℃
Depth - Detail60 in. (1.52 m) Cockpit: 31 in. (0.79 m)
Depth - Detail45.75 in. (1.16 m) Cockpit: 32 in. (.81 m)
Depth - Centimeters152.4
Depth - Centimeters116.84
Depth - Inches6
Depth - Inches45.75
Draft [max] - Detail32 in. (0.81 m)
Draft [max] - Detail31.5 in. (.80 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Inches32
Draft [max] - Inches31.5
Weight - Detail4,000 lbs. (1,814 kg) w/5.7 Gi Volvo Penta
Weight - Detailw/ 5.0 GL Volvo Penta?: 3,045 lbs. (1,381 kg)
Weight - kg1814.37
Weight - kg1381.19
Weight - lbs.4
Weight - lbs.3045
Width [transom] - Detail94 in. (2.39 m)
Width [transom] - Detail92 in. (2.34 m)
Length - Meters6.86
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet22
Length - Feet19
Length - Inches6
Length - Inches11
Length overall - Detail22 ft. 6 in. (6.86 m)
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 11 in. (6.07 m)
Length overall - Meters6.86
Length overall - Meters6.07
Length overall - Inches27
Length overall - Inches239
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.0 GL Volvo Penta (220 hp)
Engine/s standard4.3 GL Volvo Penta?
Fuel tank capacity - Detail73 gal. (276 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (132 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters276.33
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal73
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max320 hp
Engine max315 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,950 lbs. (885 kg)
Maximum capacity1,475 lbs. (669 kg)
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailEZ Loader GM 5800T (painted)
Trailer - Detailnot available