Glastron GLS 195 2010 boat specs
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Glastron GLS 195 2010
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Glastron GTS 180 2013 boat specs
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Glastron GTS 180 2013
2013
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Glastron GLS 195 2010 vs Glastron GTS 180 2013 — A Close Look at Two Deep Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Glastron GLS 195 2010 and the Glastron GTS 180 2013 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 GLS 195 2010 at 19,3 ft versus Glastron GTS 180 2013 at 17,8 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GLS 195 2010 tips the scales at 2 915 lbs — 2 894 lbs more than the Glastron GTS 180 2013 at 21 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 GLS 195 2010 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Glastron GTS 180 2013 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Glastron GLS 195 2010 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Glastron GLS 195 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 9 passengers and at 19,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Glastron GTS 180 2013 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.
General Boat Info
MakeGlastron
MakeGlastron
ModelGLS 195
ModelGTS 18
Model Year201
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam94 in. (2.39 m)
Beam7 ft. 5 in. (2.26 m)
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Meters2.26
Beam - Inches94
Beam - Inches89
Deadrise21℃
Deadrise20°
Depth - Detail49.5 in. (1.26 m) Cockpit: 33.5 in. (0.85 m) Maximum: 62.5 in. (1.59 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters160.02
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches62.5
Depth - Inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail16 in. (0.41 m)
Draft [drive up] - Detail14 in. (36 cm)
Draft [drive up] meters0.41
Draft [drive up] meters0.36
Draft [drive up] inches16
Draft [drive up] inches14
Draft [max] - Detail29 in. (0.74 m)
Draft [max] - Detail30 in. (76 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.74
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Inches29
Draft [max] - Inches3
Weight - Detail2,915 lbs. (1,322 kg) with engine
Weight - Detail2,100 lbs. (950 kg)
Weight - kg1322.22
Weight - kg952.54
Weight - lbs.2915
Weight - lbs.21
Width [transom] - Detail90 in. (2.29 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length - Feet19.33
Length - Feet17.83
Length overall - Detail19 ft. 4 in. (5.89 m)
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 10 in. (5.44 m)
Length overall - Meters5.89
Length overall - Meters5.44
Length overall - Inches232
Length overall - Inches214
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail4 ft. 10 in. (1.47 m)
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters1.47
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches58
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail34 gal. (129 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail24 gal. (91 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters128.7
Fuel tank capacity - Liters90.85
Fuel tank capacity - Gal34
Fuel tank capacity - Gal24
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typenot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,350 lbs. (612 kg)
Maximum capacity1,800 lbs. (816 kg)
Maximum people9 or 1,350 lbs. (612 kg)
Maximum people8
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 4 in. (6.81 m)
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 6 in. (6.55 m)
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Weight639 lbs. (290 kg)

Glastron GLS 195 2010 vs Glastron GTS 180 2013 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Glastron GLS 195 2010 or the Glastron GTS 180 2013?
The Glastron GLS 195 2010 is the longer of the two at 19,3 feet overall. The Glastron GTS 180 2013 comes in at 17,8 feet, making it roughly 1,5 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron GLS 195 2010 or the Glastron GTS 180 2013?
For trailering, the Glastron GTS 180 2013 has the edge at 21 lbs dry weight versus 2 915 lbs for the Glastron GLS 195 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 GLS 195 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Glastron GTS 180 2013 is certified for 8. 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 GLS 195 2010 measures 94" wide, compared to 89" for the Glastron GTS 180 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 GLS 195 2010 or the Glastron GTS 180 2013?
The Glastron GLS 195 2010 has the bigger tank at 34 gallons, versus 24 gallons on the Glastron GTS 180 2013. That 10-gallon difference translates to roughly 30–50 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Glastron GLS 195 2010 and Glastron GTS 180 2013 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Glastron GLS 195 2010 and the Glastron GTS 180 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.