Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron GS 219 Cuddy Cabin 2007 vs Glastron GT 185 2008 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron GS 219 Cuddy Cabin 2007 vs Glastron GT 185 2008 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Glastron GS 219 Cuddy Cabin 2007 at 21,0 ft versus Glastron GT 185 2008 at 18,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GT 185 2008 tips the scales at 2 315 lbs — 1 957 lbs less than the Glastron GS 219 Cuddy Cabin 2007 at 358 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.
Both boats share a closely matched power ceiling — 190 hp for the Glastron GS 219 Cuddy Cabin 2007 and 190 hp for the Glastron GT 185 2008. Real-world performance will come down more to which motor is actually bolted on, its load at the time, and whether it's a 4-stroke or 2-stroke setup. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron GS 219 Cuddy Cabin 2007 carries 56 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Glastron GT 185 2008. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Glastron GS 219 Cuddy Cabin 2007 is rated for up to 6 people. Passenger data for the Glastron GT 185 2008 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Glastron GS 219 Cuddy Cabin 2007 at 21,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Glastron GT 185 2008 at 18,0 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 219 Cuddy Cabin
ModelGT 185
Model Year2007
Model Year2008
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (2.59 m)
Beam88 in. (2.24 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.24
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches88
Deadrise21℃
Deadrise21℃
Depth - Detail62 in. (1.57 m) Cockpit: 34 in. (.86 m)
Depth - Detail44 in. (1.12 m) Cockpit: 28.5 in. (0.72 m)
Depth - Centimeters157.48
Depth - Centimeters111.76
Depth - Inches62
Depth - Inches44
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (.91 m)
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (0.79 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches31
Weight - Detail3,580 lbs. (1,624 kg) w/5.0 GXi Volvo Penta
Weight - Detail2,315 lbs. (1,050 kg) w/3.0 GL Volvo Penta
Weight - kg1623.86
Weight - kg1050.07
Weight - lbs.358
Weight - lbs.2315
Width [transom] - Detail96 in. (2.44 m)
Width [transom] - Detail86 in. (2.18 m)
Length - Meters6.55
Length - Meters5.61
Length - Feet21
Length - Feet18
Length - Inches6
Length - Inches5
Length overall - Detail21 ft. 6 in. (6.55 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters6.55
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches258
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]18 ft. 5 in. (5.61 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard4.3 GL Volvo Penta
Engine/s standard3.0 GL Volvo Penta (135 hp)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal. (87 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98
Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06
Fuel tank capacity - Gal56
Fuel tank capacity - Gal23
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max190 hp
Engine max190 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)
Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailEZ Loader EXL 4400 (painted)
Trailer - DetailEZ Loader GM 3000S (painted)