Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron GS 219 2006 vs Glastron GT 185 Ski & Fish 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron GS 219 2006 vs Glastron GT 185 Ski & Fish 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Glastron GS 219 2006 at 21,0 ft versus Glastron GT 185 Ski & Fish 2007 at 18,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GT 185 Ski & Fish 2007 tips the scales at 2 315 lbs — 2 279 lbs less than the Glastron GS 219 2006 at 36 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 300 hp, the Glastron GS 219 2006 has a 165-hp advantage over the Glastron GT 185 Ski & Fish 2007's 135-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron GS 219 2006 carries 56 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Glastron GT 185 Ski & Fish 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Glastron GS 219 2006 is rated for up to 6 people. Passenger data for the Glastron GT 185 Ski & Fish 2007 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Glastron GS 219 2006 at 21,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Glastron GT 185 Ski & Fish 2007 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
ModelGT 185 Ski & Fish
Model Year2006
Model Year2007
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. (.72 m)
Depth - Centimeters157.48
Depth - Centimeters111.76
Depth - Inches62
Depth - Inches44
Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (.91 m)
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (.79 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.91
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Inches36
Draft [max] - Inches31
Weight - Detailw/ 5.0 GXi Volvo Penta?: 3,600 lbs. (1,633 kg)
Weight - Detail2,315 lbs. (1,050 kg) w/3.0 GL Volvo Penta
Weight - kg1632.93
Weight - kg1050.07
Weight - lbs.36
Weight - lbs.2315
Width [transom] - Detail96 in. (2.44 m)
Width [transom] - Detail86 in. (2.18 m)
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 - Metersnot available
Length - Meters5.61
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]18 ft. 5 in. (5.61 m)
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard4.3 GL Volvo Penta?
Engine/s standard3.0 GL Volvo Penta
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 max300 hp
Engine max135 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)
Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailEZ Loader TRST 3000 (painted)