Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron GS 269 2006 vs Glastron GT 185 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron GS 269 2006 vs Glastron GT 185 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 269 2006 measures 26,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 7,6 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron GT 185 2010 at 18,4 feet (2010). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GT 185 2010 tips the scales at 2 315 lbs — 1 730 lbs less than the Glastron GS 269 2006 at 585 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 GT 185 2010 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 269 2006 carries 72 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Glastron GT 185 2010. 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 269 2006 at 26,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Glastron GT 185 2010 at 18,4 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 Year201
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (2.59 m)
Beam88 in. (2.24 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.24
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches88
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise21℃
Depth - Detail86 in. (2.18 m) Cockpit: 36 in. (.91 m)
Depth - Detail44 in. (1.12 m) Cockpit: 28.5 in. (0.72 m) Maximum: 59 in. (1.5 m)
Depth - Centimeters218.44
Depth - Centimeters149.86
Depth - Inches86
Depth - Inches59
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (1.02 m)
Draft [max] - Detail31 in. (0.79 m)
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Meters0.79
Draft [max] - Inches4
Draft [max] - Inches31
Weight - Detailw/ 5.7 Gi Volvo Penta?: 5,850 lbs. (2,654 kg)
Weight - Detail2,315 lbs. (1,050 kg) with engine
Weight - kg2653.51
Weight - kg1050.07
Weight - lbs.585
Weight - lbs.2315
Width [transom] - Detail97 in. (2.46 m)
Width [transom] - Detail86 in. (2.18 m)
Length - Feet26
Length - Feet18.42
Length - Inches11
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail26 ft. 11 in. (8.20 m)
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 5 in. (5.61 m)
Length overall - Meters8.2
Length overall - Meters5.61
Length overall - Inches323
Length overall - Inches221
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Draft [drive up] - Detail16 in. (0.41 m)
Draft [drive up] metersnot available
Draft [drive up] meters0.41
Draft [drive up] inchesnot available
Draft [drive up] inches16
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.0 GXi Volvo Penta?
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail72 gal. (273 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal. (87 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters272.55
Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06
Fuel tank capacity - Gal72
Fuel tank capacity - Gal23
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max320 hp
Engine maxnot available
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people8 or 1,150 lbs. (522 kg)
Trailer Info
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 10 in. (6.65 m)