Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 vs Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

The Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 comes in at 20,9 feet, making it roughly 3,1 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 has the edge at 36 lbs dry weight versus 4 437 lbs for the Glastron GS 249 SC 2010. 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 GS 249 SC 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 10 passengers, while the Glastron GT 215 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 GS 249 SC 2010 and Glastron GT 215 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: How do the fuel tanks compare on the Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 and Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 56 gallons and 56 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Q: Are the Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 and Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 and the Glastron GT 215 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 GS 249 SC 2010 vs Glastron GT 215 DB 2010

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Glastron GS 249 SC 2010

2010

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Glastron GT 215 DB 2010

2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 vs Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 against a modified vee Glastron GT 215 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.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 measures 24,0 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 3,1 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 at 20,9 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 tips the scales at 4 437 lbs — 4 401 lbs more than the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 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.

For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 is rated for 13 passengers, while the Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 caps at 10. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 could be the deciding factor.

Bottom line: Choose the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 13 passengers and at 20,9 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 10 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeGlastron

ModelGS 249 SC

ModelGT 215 DB

Model Year201

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam102 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Bridge clearance - Detail80.5 in. (2.04 m)

Bridge clearance - Detailnot available

Bridge clearance - Meters2.06

Bridge clearance - Metersnot available

Bridge clearance - Inches80.5

Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available

Deadrise20℃

Deadrise16℃

Depth - Detail80.5 in. (2.04 m) Cockpit: 36 in. (0.91 m) Maximum: 91 in. (2.31 m)

Depth - Detail57.5 in. (1.46 m) Cockpit: 28.5 in. (0.72 m)

Depth - Centimeters231.14

Depth - Centimeters147.32

Depth - Inches91

Depth - Inches57.5

Draft [drive up] - Detail17 in. (0.43 m)

Draft [drive up] - Detail14 in. (0.36 m)

Draft [drive up] meters0.43

Draft [drive up] meters0.36

Draft [drive up] inches17

Draft [drive up] inches14

Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (0.89 m)

Draft [max] - Detail30 in. (0.76 m)

Draft [max] - Meters0.89

Draft [max] - Meters0.76

Draft [max] - Inches35

Draft [max] - Inches3

Weight - Detail4,437 lbs. (2,013 kg) with engine

Weight - Detail3,600 lbs. (1,633 kg) with engine

Weight - kg2012.59

Weight - kg1632.93

Weight - lbs.4437

Weight - lbs.36

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

Width [transom] - Detail96 in. (2.44 m)

Length - Feet24

Length - Feet20.92

Length overall - Detail24 ft. 0 in. (7.31 m)

Length overall - Detail20 ft. 11 in. (6.38 m)

Length overall - Meters7.32

Length overall - Meters6.38

Length overall - Inches288

Length overall - Inches251

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98

Fuel tank capacity - Gal56

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Operational Info

Maximum capacity2,000 lbs. (907 kg)

Maximum capacity1,900 lbs. (862 kg)

Maximum people10 or 1,475 lbs. (669 kg)

Maximum people13 or 1,800 lbs. (816 kg)

Trailer Info

Trailer - Length over all26 ft. 10 in. (8.18 m)

Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 9 in. (7.24 m)

Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 vs Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

The Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 is the longer of the two at 24,0 feet overall. The Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 comes in at 20,9 feet, making it roughly 3,1 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 has the edge at 36 lbs dry weight versus 4 437 lbs for the Glastron GS 249 SC 2010. 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 GS 249 SC 2010 is Coast Guard rated for 10 passengers, while the Glastron GT 215 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 GS 249 SC 2010 and Glastron GT 215 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.

How do the fuel tanks compare on the Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 and Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

Both boats carry similar fuel loads — 56 gallons and 56 gallons respectively. Range will depend heavily on motor choice, throttle usage, and whether you're on flat lake water or coastal chop.

Are the Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 and Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron GS 249 SC 2010 and the Glastron GT 215 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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