Glastron GLS 235 2009 vs Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Glastron GLS 235 2009 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 235 2009 comes in at 23,0 feet, making it roughly 1,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron GLS 235 2009 or the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 has the edge at 4 lbs dry weight versus 408 lbs for the Glastron GLS 235 2009. 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 235 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 12 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 235 2009 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 235 2009 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 235 2009. 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 235 2009 and Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron GLS 235 2009 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 235 2009 vs Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010

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Glastron GLS 235 2009

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Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Glastron GLS 235 2009 vs Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Glastron GLS 235 2009 against a modified vee Glastron GLS 235 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 235 2009 at 23,0 ft versus Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 at 24,3 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GLS 235 2009 tips the scales at 408 lbs — 404 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 235 2009 caps at 12. 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 235 2009 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 12 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeGlastron

ModelGLS 235

ModelGLS 235 DB

Model Year2009

Model Year201

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam102 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Deadrise21℃

Deadrise15℃

Depth - Detail57 in. (1.45 m) Cockpit: 36 in. (0.91 m)

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

Depth - Centimeters144.78

Depth - Centimeters175.26

Depth - Inches57

Depth - Inches69

Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (0.84 m)

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

Draft [max] - Meters0.84

Draft [max] - Meters0.81

Draft [max] - Inches33

Draft [max] - Inches32

Weight - Detail4,080 lbs. (1,851 kg)

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

Weight - kg1850.66

Weight - kg1814.37

Weight - lbs.408

Weight - lbs.4

Width [transom] - Detail97 in. (2.46 m)

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

Length - Meters7.24

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet23

Length - Feet24.33

Length - Inches9

Length - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Detail23 ft. 9 in. (7.24 m)

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

Length overall - Meters7.24

Length overall - Meters6.86

Length overall - Inches285

Length overall - Inches27

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

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

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.46

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [drive up] inches18

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 typeDeep Vee

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 capacity1,650 lbs. (748 kg)

Maximum capacity1,950 lbs. (885 kg)

Maximum people12

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

Trailer Info

Trailer - Length over all25 ft. 10 in. (7.87 m)

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

Glastron GLS 235 2009 vs Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Glastron GLS 235 2009 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 235 2009 comes in at 23,0 feet, making it roughly 1,3 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron GLS 235 2009 or the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 has the edge at 4 lbs dry weight versus 408 lbs for the Glastron GLS 235 2009. 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 235 2009 is Coast Guard rated for 12 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 235 2009 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 235 2009 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 235 2009. 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 235 2009 and Glastron GLS 235 DB 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron GLS 235 2009 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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