Glastron GLS 215 2010 boat specs
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Glastron GLS 215 2010
2010
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Glastron GS 269 Sport  Cruiser 2007 boat specs
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Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007
2007
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Glastron GLS 215 2010 vs Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Glastron GLS 215 2010 vs Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 measures 26,0 feet overall (2007), giving it roughly 4,7 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron GLS 215 2010 at 21,3 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 tips the scales at 583 lbs — 250 lbs less than the Glastron GLS 215 2010 at 333 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 GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 tops out at 270 hp. Engine specs for the Glastron GLS 215 2010 aren't listed — confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 carries 72 gallons versus 34 gallons in the Glastron GLS 215 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 215 2010 is rated for 10 passengers, while the Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 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 215 2010 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Glastron GLS 215 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 10 passengers and at 21,3 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 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 215
ModelGS 269 Sport Cruiser
Model Year201
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam101 in. (2.57 m)
Beam102 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.57
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches101
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise21℃
Deadrise20℃
Depth - Detail52 in. (1.32 m) Cockpit: 36 in. (0.91 m) Maximum: 65 in. (1.65 m)
Depth - Detail86 in. (2.18 m) Cockpit: 36 in. (.91 m)
Depth - Centimeters165.1
Depth - Centimeters218.44
Depth - Inches65
Depth - Inches86
Draft [drive up] - Detail16.5 in. (0.42 m)
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] inches16.5
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail31.5 in. (0.80 m)
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (1.02 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Inches31.5
Draft [max] - Inches4
Weight - Detail3,330 lbs. (1,510 kg) with engine
Weight - Detail5,830 lbs. (2,645 kg) w/5.7 Gi Volvo Penta
Weight - kg1510.46
Weight - kg2644.44
Weight - lbs.333
Weight - lbs.583
Width [transom] - Detail97 in. (2.46 m)
Width [transom] - Detail97 in. (2.46 m)
Length - Feet21.33
Length - Feet26
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 4 in. (6.5 m)
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 11 in. (8.20 m)
Length overall - Meters6.5
Length overall - Meters8.2
Length overall - Inches256
Length overall - Inches323
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters8.2
Length - Inchesnot available
Length - Inches11
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail34 gal. (129 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail72 gal. (273 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters128.7
Fuel tank capacity - Liters272.55
Fuel tank capacity - Gal34
Fuel tank capacity - Gal72
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typeGas
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard5.0 GXi Volvo Penta
Engine maxnot available
Engine max270 HP
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,475 lbs. (669 kg)
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum people10 or 1,475 lbs. (669 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Headnot available
HeadManual china
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all24 ft. 9 in. (7.87 m)
Trailer - Length over allnot available

Glastron GLS 215 2010 vs Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Glastron GLS 215 2010 or the Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007?
The Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 is the longer of the two at 26,0 feet overall. The Glastron GLS 215 2010 comes in at 21,3 feet, making it roughly 4,7 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.
Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron GLS 215 2010 or the Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007?
For trailering, the Glastron GLS 215 2010 has the edge at 333 lbs dry weight versus 583 lbs for the Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007. 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 GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 has a documented max rating of 270 hp. Engine specifications for the Glastron GLS 215 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 215 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 10 passengers, while the Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 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 GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 measures 102" wide, compared to 101" for the Glastron GLS 215 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 215 2010 or the Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007?
The Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 has the bigger tank at 72 gallons, versus 34 gallons on the Glastron GLS 215 2010. That 38-gallon difference translates to roughly 114–190 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.
Are the Glastron GLS 215 2010 and Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 from the same manufacturer?
Yes — both the Glastron GLS 215 2010 and the Glastron GS 269 Sport Cruiser 2007 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.