Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 vs Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 or the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010?

The Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 is the longer of the two at 24,3 feet overall. The Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 comes in at 20,9 feet, making it roughly 3,4 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 or the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 has the edge at 4 lbs dry weight versus 393 lbs for the Glastron GLS 215 DB 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.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 10 passengers, while the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 is certified for 13. 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 GLS 215 DB 2010 and Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 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 GLS 215 DB 2010 or the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010?

The Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 has the bigger tank at 73 gallons, versus 56 gallons on the Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010. That 17-gallon difference translates to roughly 51–85 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 and Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 and the Glastron GLS 235 DB 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 215 DB 2010 vs Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010

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Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010

2010

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Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010

2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 vs Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 — Which Modified Vee Fits Your Needs?

When two boats share the same hull type — in this case both the Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 and the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 are modified 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?

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 measures 24,3 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 3,4 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 at 20,9 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 tips the scales at 393 lbs — 389 lbs more than the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 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.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 caps at 10. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 24,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 10 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeGlastron

ModelGLS 215 DB

ModelGLS 235 DB

Model Year201

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam102 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Deadrise16℃

Deadrise15℃

Depth - Detail57.5 in. (1.46 m) Cockpit: 28.5 in. (0.72 m) Maximum: 66.5 in. (1.69 m)

Depth - Detail60 in. (1.52 m) Cockpit: 31 in. (0.79 m) Maximum: 69 in. (1.75 m)

Depth - Centimeters170.18

Depth - Centimeters175.26

Depth - Inches66.5

Depth - Inches69

Draft [drive up] - Detail14 in. (0.36 m)

Draft [drive up] - Detail18 in. (0.46 m)

Draft [drive up] meters0.36

Draft [drive up] meters0.46

Draft [drive up] inches14

Draft [drive up] inches18

Draft [max] - Detail30 in. (0.76 m)

Draft [max] - Detail32 in. (0.81 m)

Draft [max] - Meters0.76

Draft [max] - Meters0.81

Draft [max] - Inches3

Draft [max] - Inches32

Weight - Detail3,930 lbs. (1,783 kg) with engine

Weight - Detail4,000 lbs. (1,814 kg) with engine

Weight - kg1782.62

Weight - kg1814.37

Weight - lbs.393

Weight - lbs.4

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

Width [transom] - Detail94 in. (2.49 m)

Length - Feet20.92

Length - Feet24.33

Length overall - Detail20 ft. 11 in. (6.38 m)

Length overall - Detail22 ft. 6 in. (6.86 m)

Length overall - Meters6.38

Length overall - Meters6.86

Length overall - Inches251

Length overall - Inches27

Length [over all with swim platform]not available

Length [over all with swim platform]24 ft. 4 in. (7.42 m)

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail73 gal. (276 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98

Fuel tank capacity - Liters276.33

Fuel tank capacity - Gal56

Fuel tank capacity - Gal73

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,800 lbs. (816 kg)

Maximum capacity1,950 lbs. (885 kg)

Maximum people10 or 1,600 lbs. (726 kg)

Maximum people13 or 1,950 lbs. (885 kg)

Trailer Info

Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 9 in. (7.24 m)

Trailer - Length over all26 ft. 6 in. (8.08 m)

Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 vs Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 or the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010?

The Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 is the longer of the two at 24,3 feet overall. The Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 comes in at 20,9 feet, making it roughly 3,4 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 or the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 has the edge at 4 lbs dry weight versus 393 lbs for the Glastron GLS 215 DB 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 215 DB 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 10 passengers, while the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 is certified for 13. 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 GLS 215 DB 2010 and Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 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 GLS 215 DB 2010 or the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010?

The Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 has the bigger tank at 73 gallons, versus 56 gallons on the Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010. That 17-gallon difference translates to roughly 51–85 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 and Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron GLS 215 DB 2010 and the Glastron GLS 235 DB 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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