Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron GT 180 Bowrider 2007 vs Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007: Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron GT 180 Bowrider 2007 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.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Glastron GT 180 Bowrider 2007 at 17,0 ft versus Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 at 20,0 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 tips the scales at 2 780 lbs - 1 280 lbs less than the Glastron GT 180 Bowrider 2007 at 1 500 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 GT 205 Bowrider 2007 tops out at 135 hp. Engine specs for the Glastron GT 180 Bowrider 2007 aren't listed - confirm with a dealer before selecting an outboard.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 carries 35 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Glastron GT 180 Bowrider 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The Glastron GT 180 Bowrider 2007 is rated for up to 5 people. Passenger data for the Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The Glastron GT 205 Bowrider 2007 at 20,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Glastron GT 180 Bowrider 2007 at 17,0 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
ModelGT 180 Bowrider
ModelGT 205 Bowrider
Model Year2007
Model Year2007
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam88 in. (2.24 m)
Beam92 in. (2.33 m)
Beam - Meters2.24
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Inches88
Beam - Inches92
Deadrise21℃
Deadrise21℃
Depth - Detail43 in. (1.09 m) Cockpit: 28.5 in. (.72 m)
Depth - Detail43 in. (1.09 m) Cockpit: 29 in. (.74 m)
Depth - Centimeters109.22
Depth - Centimeters109.22
Depth - Inches43
Depth - Inches43
Draft [max] - Detail28.5 in. (.72 m)
Draft [max] - Detail31.5 in. (.80 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.74
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Inches28.5
Draft [max] - Inches31.5
Weight - Detail1,500 lbs. (680 kg) w/o engine
Weight - Detail2,780 lbs. (1,260 kg) w/4.3 GL Volvo Penta
Weight - kg680.39
Weight - kg1260.99
Weight - lbs.1500
Weight - lbs.2780
Width [transom] - Detail86 in. (2.18 m)
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Length - Meters5.21
Length - Meters6.3
Length - Feet17
Length - Feet20
Length - Inches1
Length - Inches8
Length overall - Detail17 ft. 1 in. (5.21 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters5.21
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches205
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Length [over all with swim platform]20 ft. 8 in. (6.30 m)
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standardYamaha 90 TLRD
Engine/s standard3.0 GL Volvo Penta
Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal. (87 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (132 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Gal23
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeI/O
Engine maxnot available
Engine max135 hp
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,150 lbs. (522 kg)
Maximum capacity1,275 lbs. (578 kg)
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailEZ Loader TRST 2500 (painted)
Trailer - DetailEZ Loader TRST 3000 (painted)