Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron GLS 215 2011 vs Glastron GT 205 DB 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
Matching a deep vee Glastron GLS 215 2011 against a modified vee Glastron GT 205 DB 2010 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Glastron GLS 215 2011 at 21,3 ft versus Glastron GT 205 DB 2010 at 20,1 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GLS 215 2011 tips the scales at 333 lbs — 304 lbs more than the Glastron GT 205 DB 2010 at 29 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 215 2011 carries a rated maximum of 300 hp. Engine data for the Glastron GT 205 DB 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 215 2011 carries 34 gallons versus 5 gallons in the Glastron GT 205 DB 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 10 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 GLS 215 2011 and Glastron GT 205 DB 2010 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
ModelGLS 215
ModelGT 205 DB
Model Year2011
Model Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam101 in. (2.57 m)
Beam102 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.57
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches101
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise21℃
Deadrise17℃
Depth - Detail52 in. (1.32 m) Cockpit: 36 in. (0.91 m) Maximum: 65 in. (1.65 m)
Depth - Detail50.5 in. (1.28 m) Cockpit: 35 in. (0.89 m) Maximum: 59 in. (1.5 m)
Depth - Centimeters165.1
Depth - Centimeters149.86
Depth - Inches65
Depth - Inches59
Draft [drive up] - Detail16.5 in. (0.42 m)
Draft [drive up] - Detail13 in. (0.33 m)
Draft [drive up] meters0.43
Draft [drive up] meters0.33
Draft [drive up] inches16.5
Draft [drive up] inches13
Draft [max] - Detail31.5 in. (0.80 m)
Draft [max] - Detail28 in. (0.71 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Meters0.71
Draft [max] - Inches31.5
Draft [max] - Inches28
Weight - Detail3,330 lbs. (1,510 kg) with engine
Weight - Detail2,900 lbs. (1,315 kg) with engine
Weight - kg1510.46
Weight - kg1315.42
Weight - lbs.333
Weight - lbs.29
Width [transom] - Detail97 in. (2.46 m)
Width [transom] - Detail94 in. (2.39 m)
Length - Feet21.33
Length - Feet20.08
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 4 in. (6.5 m)
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 1 in. (6.12 m)
Length overall - Meters6.5
Length overall - Meters6.12
Length overall - Inches256
Length overall - Inches241
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typeDeep Vee
Hull typeModified Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine makeVolvo Penta
Engine makenot available
Engine model5.0 GL
Engine modelnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail34 gal. (129 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail50 gal. (189 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters128.7
Fuel tank capacity - Liters189.27
Fuel tank capacity - Gal34
Fuel tank capacity - Gal5
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max300 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,475 lbs. (669 kg)
Maximum capacity1,400 lbs. (635 kg)
Maximum people10 or 1,475 lbs. (669 kg)
Maximum people10 or 1,400 lbs. (635 kg)
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over all24 ft. 9 in. (7.87 m)
Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 5 in. (7.14 m)