Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron GS 209 Cuddy Cabin 2007 vs Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron GS 209 Cuddy Cabin 2007 vs Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 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 GTS 160 CB 2013 measures 16,5 feet overall (2013), giving it roughly 14,5 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron GS 209 Cuddy Cabin 2007 at 2,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GS 209 Cuddy Cabin 2007 tips the scales at 2 832 lbs — 2 819 lbs more than the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 at 13 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 209 Cuddy Cabin 2007 carries a rated maximum of 190 hp. Engine data for the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron GS 209 Cuddy Cabin 2007 carries 45 gallons versus 12 gallons in the Glastron GTS 160 CB 2013. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 6 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 GTS 160 CB 2013 at 16,5 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Glastron GS 209 Cuddy Cabin 2007 at 2,0 ft wins on trailering ease, likely lower purchase price, and simpler docking — a solid choice for a buyer who wants more boat for less money.
General Boat Info
ModelGS 209 Cuddy Cabin
ModelGTS 160 CB
Model Year2007
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam94.25 in. (2.39 m)
Beam7 ft. (2.13 m)
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Meters2.13
Beam - Inches94.25
Beam - Inches84
Deadrise17℃
Deadrise17°
Depth - Detail50 in. (1.27 m) Cockpit: 35 in. (.89 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters127
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches5
Depth - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail33 in. (.84 m)
Draft [max] - Detail30 in. (76 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters0.84
Draft [max] - Meters0.76
Draft [max] - Inches33
Draft [max] - Inches3
Weight - Detail2,832 lbs. (1,285 kg) w/5.0 GL Volvo Penta
Weight - Detail1,300 lbs. (589 kg)
Weight - kg1284.57
Weight - kg589.67
Weight - lbs.2832
Weight - lbs.13
Width [transom] - Detail90 in. (2.29 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length - Meters6.15
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet16.5
Length - Inches2
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 2 in. (6.15 m)
Length overall - Detail16 ft. 6 in. (5.03 m)
Length overall - Meters6.15
Length overall - Meters5.03
Length overall - Inches242
Length overall - Inches198
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail14 in. (36 cm)
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.36
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches14
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail4 ft. 3 in. (1.3 m)
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters1.3
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches51
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard4.3 GL Volvo Penta
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail45 gal. (170 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail12 gal. (45 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters170.34
Fuel tank capacity - Liters45.42
Fuel tank capacity - Gal45
Fuel tank capacity - Gal12
Drive typeI/O
Drive typenot available
Engine max190 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)
Maximum capacity1,590 lbs. (720 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people6
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailEZ Loader EXL 4000 (painted)
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 6 in. (6.55 m)
Trailer - Weightnot available
Trailer - Weight754 lbs. (342 kg)