Glastron GLS 195 2011 vs Glastron GT 185 SF 2010 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Glastron GLS 195 2011 or the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010?

The Glastron GLS 195 2011 is the longer of the two at 19,3 feet overall. The Glastron GT 185 SF 2010 comes in at 18,4 feet, making it roughly 0,9 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron GLS 195 2011 or the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010 has the edge at 2 335 lbs dry weight versus 2 915 lbs for the Glastron GLS 195 2011. 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 GLS 195 2011 has a documented max rating of 270 hp. Engine specifications for the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010 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 GLS 195 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010 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.

Q: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Glastron GLS 195 2011 measures 94" wide, compared to 88" for the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010. 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.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Glastron GLS 195 2011 or the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010?

The Glastron GLS 195 2011 has the bigger tank at 34 gallons, versus 23 gallons on the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010. That 11-gallon difference translates to roughly 33–55 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Glastron GLS 195 2011 and Glastron GT 185 SF 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron GLS 195 2011 and the Glastron GT 185 SF 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 GLS 195 2011 vs Glastron GT 185 SF 2010

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Glastron GLS 195 2011

2011

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Glastron GT 185 SF 2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Glastron GLS 195 2011 vs Glastron GT 185 SF 2010 — A Close Look at Two Deep Vees

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Glastron GLS 195 2011 and the Glastron GT 185 SF 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 GLS 195 2011 at 19,3 ft versus Glastron GT 185 SF 2010 at 18,4 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GLS 195 2011 tips the scales at 2 915 lbs — 580 lbs more than the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010 at 2 335 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 GLS 195 2011 carries a rated maximum of 270 hp. Engine data for the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron GLS 195 2011 carries 34 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010. 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 GLS 195 2011 is rated for 9 passengers, while the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010 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 2011 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Glastron GLS 195 2011 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 GT 185 SF 2010 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

ModelGLS 195

ModelGT 185 SF

Model Year2011

Model Year201

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam94 in. (2.39 m)

Beam88 in. (2.24 m)

Beam - Meters2.39

Beam - Meters2.24

Beam - Inches94

Beam - Inches88

Deadrise21℃

Depth - Detail49.5 in. (1.26 m) Cockpit: 33.5 in. (0.85 m) Maximum: 62.5 in. (1.59 m)

Depth - Detail44 in. (1.12 m) Cockpit: 28.5 in. (0.72 m) Maximum: 59 in. (1.5 m)

Depth - Centimeters160.02

Depth - Centimeters149.86

Depth - Inches62.5

Depth - Inches59

Draft [drive up] - Detail16 in. (0.41 m)

Draft [drive up] meters0.41

Draft [drive up] inches16

Draft [max] - Detail29 in. (0.74 m)

Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (0.79 m)

Draft [max] - Meters0.74

Draft [max] - Meters0.79

Draft [max] - Inches29

Draft [max] - Inches31

Weight - Detail2,915 lbs. (1,322 kg) with engine

Weight - Detail2,335 lbs. (1,059 kg) with engine

Weight - kg1322.22

Weight - kg1059.14

Weight - lbs.2915

Weight - lbs.2335

Width [transom] - Detail90 in. (2.29 m)

Width [transom] - Detail86 in. (2.18 m)

Length - Feet19.33

Length - Feet18.42

Length overall - Detail19 ft. 4 in. (5.89 m)

Length overall - Detail17 ft. 1 in. (5.21 m)

Length overall - Meters5.89

Length overall - Meters5.21

Length overall - Inches232

Length overall - Inches205

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length [over all with swim platform]18 ft. 5 in. (5.61 m)

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine makeVolvo Penta

Engine makenot available

Engine model4.3 GL

Engine modelnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail34 gal. (129 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal. (87 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters128.7

Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06

Fuel tank capacity - Gal34

Fuel tank capacity - Gal23

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Engine max270 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,350 lbs. (612 kg)

Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)

Maximum people9 or 1,350 lbs. (612 kg)

Maximum people8 or 1,150 lbs. (522 kg)

Trailer Info

Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 4 in. (6.81 m)

Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 10 in. (6.65 m)

Glastron GLS 195 2011 vs Glastron GT 185 SF 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Glastron GLS 195 2011 or the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010?

The Glastron GLS 195 2011 is the longer of the two at 19,3 feet overall. The Glastron GT 185 SF 2010 comes in at 18,4 feet, making it roughly 0,9 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron GLS 195 2011 or the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010 has the edge at 2 335 lbs dry weight versus 2 915 lbs for the Glastron GLS 195 2011. 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 GLS 195 2011 has a documented max rating of 270 hp. Engine specifications for the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010 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 GLS 195 2011 is Coast Guard rated for 9 passengers, while the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010 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 2011 measures 94" wide, compared to 88" for the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010. 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 2011 or the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010?

The Glastron GLS 195 2011 has the bigger tank at 34 gallons, versus 23 gallons on the Glastron GT 185 SF 2010. That 11-gallon difference translates to roughly 33–55 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Glastron GLS 195 2011 and Glastron GT 185 SF 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron GLS 195 2011 and the Glastron GT 185 SF 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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