Glastron GS 269 2006 vs Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Glastron GS 269 2006 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

The Glastron GS 269 2006 is the longer of the two at 26,0 feet overall. The Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 comes in at 20,9 feet, making it roughly 5,1 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron GS 269 2006 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 has the edge at 36 lbs dry weight versus 585 lbs for the Glastron GS 269 2006. 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 269 2006 has a documented max rating of 320 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 269 2006 is Coast Guard rated for 8 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 269 2006 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: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Glastron GS 269 2006 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

The Glastron GS 269 2006 has the bigger tank at 72 gallons, versus 56 gallons on the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010. That 16-gallon difference translates to roughly 48–80 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Glastron GS 269 2006 and Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron GS 269 2006 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 269 2006 vs Glastron GT 215 DB 2010

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Glastron GS 269 2006

2006

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Glastron GT 215 DB 2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Glastron GS 269 2006 vs Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat

The Glastron GS 269 2006 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 269 2006 measures 26,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 5,1 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 269 2006 tips the scales at 585 lbs — 549 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 269 2006 carries a rated maximum of 320 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.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron GS 269 2006 carries 72 gallons versus 56 gallons in the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.

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 269 2006 caps at 8. 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 269 2006 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 8 that costs less to run day-to-day.

General Boat Info

MakeGlastron

ModelGS 269

ModelGT 215 DB

Model Year2006

Model Year201

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam102 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches102

Deadrise20℃

Deadrise16℃

Depth - Detail86 in. (2.18 m) Cockpit: 36 in. (.91 m)

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

Depth - Centimeters218.44

Depth - Centimeters147.32

Depth - Inches86

Depth - Inches57.5

Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (1.02 m)

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

Draft [max] - Meters1.02

Draft [max] - Meters0.76

Draft [max] - Inches4

Draft [max] - Inches3

Weight - Detailw/ 5.7 Gi Volvo Penta?: 5,850 lbs. (2,654 kg)

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

Weight - kg2653.51

Weight - kg1632.93

Weight - lbs.585

Weight - lbs.36

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

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

Length - Feet26

Length - Feet20.92

Length - Inches11

Length - Inchesnot available

Length overall - Detail26 ft. 11 in. (8.20 m)

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

Length overall - Meters8.2

Length overall - Meters6.38

Length overall - Inches323

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

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine/s standard5.0 GXi Volvo Penta?

Engine/s standardnot available

Fuel tank capacity - Detail72 gal. (273 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters272.55

Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98

Fuel tank capacity - Gal72

Fuel tank capacity - Gal56

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 typeModified Vee

Operational Info

Maximum capacitynot available

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 269 2006 vs Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Glastron GS 269 2006 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

The Glastron GS 269 2006 is the longer of the two at 26,0 feet overall. The Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 comes in at 20,9 feet, making it roughly 5,1 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron GS 269 2006 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 has the edge at 36 lbs dry weight versus 585 lbs for the Glastron GS 269 2006. 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 269 2006 has a documented max rating of 320 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 269 2006 is Coast Guard rated for 8 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 269 2006 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.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Glastron GS 269 2006 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

The Glastron GS 269 2006 has the bigger tank at 72 gallons, versus 56 gallons on the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010. That 16-gallon difference translates to roughly 48–80 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Glastron GS 269 2006 and Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron GS 269 2006 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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