Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron GS 279 2006 vs Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron GS 279 2006 vs Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 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 279 2006 measures 27,0 feet overall (2006), giving it roughly 25,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 at 2,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 tips the scales at 278 lbs — 216 lbs less than the Glastron GS 279 2006 at 62 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 power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 320 hp, the Glastron GS 279 2006 has a 185-hp advantage over the Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007's 135-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load. Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron GS 279 2006 carries 72 gallons versus 35 gallons in the Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Glastron GS 279 2006 is rated for up to 8 people. Passenger data for the Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Glastron GS 279 2006 at 27,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 at 2,0 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
ModelGS 279
ModelGT 205 Bowrider
Model Year2006
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam102 in. (2.59 m)
Beam92 in. (2.33 m)
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Inches102
Beam - Inches92
Deadrise20℃
Deadrise21℃
Depth - Detail89 in. (2.26 m) Cockpit: 36 in. (.91 m)
Depth - Detail43 in. (1.09 m) Cockpit: 29 in. (.74 m)
Depth - Centimeters226.06
Depth - Centimeters109.22
Depth - Inches89
Depth - Inches43
Draft [max] - Detail40 in. (1.02 m)
Draft [max] - Detail31.5 in. (.80 m)
Draft [max] - Meters1.02
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Inches4
Draft [max] - Inches31.5
Weight - Detailw/ 5.0 GL Volvo Penta?: 6,200 lbs. (2,812 kg)
Weight - Detail2,780 lbs. (1,260 kg) w/4.3 GL Volvo Penta
Weight - kg2812.27
Weight - kg1260.99
Weight - lbs.62
Weight - lbs.278
Width [transom] - Detail97 in. (2.46 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length - Feet27
Length - Feet2
Length - Inches5
Length - Inches8
Length overall - Detail27 ft. 5 in. (8.36 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters8.36
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches329
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length - Metersnot available
Length - Meters6.3
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]20 ft. 8 in. (6.30 m)
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard5.0 GXi Volvo Penta?
Engine/s standard3.0 GL Volvo Penta
Fuel tank capacity - Detail72 gal. (273 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (132 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters272.55
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal72
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max320 hp
Engine max135 hp
Fuel typenot available
Fuel typeGas
Body / Hull
Hull materialnot available
Hull materialFiberglass
Operational Info
Maximum capacitynot available
Maximum capacity1,275 lbs. (578 kg)
Trailer Info
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - DetailEZ Loader TRST 3000 (painted)