Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 vs Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

The Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 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 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 has the edge at 36 lbs dry weight versus 5 525 lbs for the Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007. 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: What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 has a documented max rating of 220 hp. Engine specifications for the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

Q: How many people can each boat hold?

The Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 7 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 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 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 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 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 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 and Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 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 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 vs Glastron GT 215 DB 2010

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Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 vs Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 vs Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 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 GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 measures 24,0 feet overall (2007), 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 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 tips the scales at 5 525 lbs — 5 489 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.

The Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 carries a rated maximum of 220 hp. Engine data for the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Both carry nearly identical fuel loads — 56 gal and 56 gal — so range won't be a tiebreaker here.

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 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 caps at 7. 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 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 7 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeGlastron

ModelGS 259 Sport Cruiser

ModelGT 215 DB

Model Year2007

Model Year201

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam102 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Deadrise20℃

Deadrise16℃

Depth - Detail84 in. (2.13 m) Cockpit: 36 in. (.91 m)

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

Depth - Centimeters213.36

Depth - Centimeters147.32

Depth - Inches84

Depth - Inches57.5

Draft [max] - Detail36 in. (.91 m)

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

Draft [max] - Meters0.91

Draft [max] - Meters0.76

Draft [max] - Inches36

Draft [max] - Inches3

Weight - Detail5,525 lbs. (2,506 kg) w/5.7 Gi Volvo Penta

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

Weight - kg2506.1

Weight - kg1632.93

Weight - lbs.5525

Weight - lbs.36

Width [transom] - Detail98 in. (2.49 m)

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

Length - Meters7.57

Length - Metersnot available

Length - Feet24

Length - Feet20.92

Length - Inches1

Length - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Detail24 ft. 10 in. (7.57 m)

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

Length overall - Meters7.57

Length overall - Meters6.38

Length overall - Inches298

Length overall - Inches251

Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available

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

Draft [drive up] metersnot available

Draft [drive up] meters0.36

Draft [drive up] inchesnot available

Draft [drive up] inches14

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typenot available

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standard5.0 GL Volvo Penta

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98

Fuel tank capacity - Gal56

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeI/O

Engine max220 hp

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Maximum capacity2,240 lbs. (1,016 kg)

Maximum capacity1,900 lbs. (862 kg)

Maximum peoplenot available

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

Trailer Info

Trailer - Length over allnot available

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

Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 vs Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

The Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 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 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 has the edge at 36 lbs dry weight versus 5 525 lbs for the Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007. 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.

What is the maximum horsepower rating for these boats?

The Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 has a documented max rating of 220 hp. Engine specifications for the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 were not available in our database — check the OEM spec sheet or manufacturer's website for confirmation.

How many people can each boat hold?

The Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 is Coast Guard rated for 7 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 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 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 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 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 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 and Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron GS 259 Sport Cruiser 2007 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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