Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron GS 269 2006 vs Glastron GS 289 2013 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron GS 269 2006 vs Glastron GS 289 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — Glastron GS 269 2006 at 26,0 ft versus Glastron GS 289 2013 at 28,8 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GS 269 2006 tips the scales at 585 lbs — 520 lbs more than the Glastron GS 289 2013 at 65 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 269 2006 carries a rated maximum of 320 hp. Engine data for the Glastron GS 289 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 289 2013 carries 84 gallons versus 72 gallons in the Glastron GS 269 2006. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 8 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 GS 289 2013 at 28,8 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Glastron GS 269 2006 at 26,0 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
Model Year2006
Model Year2013
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (2.59 m)
Beam8 ft. 9 in. (2.77 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.67
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches105
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise20°
Depth - Detail86 in. (2.18 m) Cockpit: 36 in. (.91 m)
Depth - Detailnot available
Depth - Centimeters218.44
Depth - Centimetersnot available
Depth - Inches86
Depth - Inchesnot available
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (1.02 m)
Draft [max] - Detail41 in. (104 cm)
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Meters1.04
Draft [max] - Inches4
Draft [max] - Inches41
Weight - Detailw/ 5.7 Gi Volvo Penta?: 5,850 lbs. (2,654 kg)
Weight - Detail6,500 lbs. (2,948 kg)
Weight - kg2653.51
Weight - kg2948.35
Weight - lbs.585
Weight - lbs.65
Width [transom] - Detail97 in. (2.46 m)
Width [transom] - Detail100 in. (2.54 m)
Length - Feet26
Length - Feet28.83
Length - Inches11
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 11 in. (8.20 m)
Length overall - Detail28 ft. 10 in. (8.79 m)
Length overall - Meters8.2
Length overall - Meters8.79
Length overall - Inches323
Length overall - Inches346
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail28 in. (71 cm)
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.71
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches28
Height - Detailnot available
Height - Detail8 ft. 5 in. (2.57 m)
Height - Metersnot available
Height - Meters2.57
Height - Inchesnot available
Height - Inches101
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.0 GXi Volvo Penta?
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail72 gal. (273 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail84 gal. (318 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters272.55
Fuel tank capacity - Liters317.97
Fuel tank capacity - Gal72
Fuel tank capacity - Gal84
Drive typeI/O
Drive typenot available
Engine max320 hp
Engine maxnot available
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee