Glastron GT 180 2011 vs Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 - Boat Spec Comparison

Q: Which is the larger boat — the Glastron GT 180 2011 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

The Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 is the longer of the two at 20,9 feet overall. The Glastron GT 180 2011 comes in at 17,1 feet, making it roughly 3,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Q: Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron GT 180 2011 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron GT 180 2011 has the edge at 15 lbs dry weight versus 36 lbs for the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010. 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 GT 180 2011 has a documented max rating of 150 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 GT 180 2011 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: Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 measures 102" wide, compared to 88" for the Glastron GT 180 2011. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Q: Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Glastron GT 180 2011 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

The Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 has the bigger tank at 56 gallons, versus 23 gallons on the Glastron GT 180 2011. That 33-gallon difference translates to roughly 99–165 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Q: Are the Glastron GT 180 2011 and Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron GT 180 2011 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 GT 180 2011 vs Glastron GT 215 DB 2010

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Glastron GT 180 2011

2011

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Glastron GT 215 DB 2010

2010

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Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation

Glastron GT 180 2011 vs Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 — Same Brand, Different Boat

Matching a deep vee Glastron GT 180 2011 against a modified vee Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.

Size is the most obvious dividing line here. The Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 measures 20,9 feet overall (2010), giving it roughly 3,8 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron GT 180 2011 at 17,1 feet (2011). At 15 lbs and 36 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.

The Glastron GT 180 2011 carries a rated maximum of 150 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 GT 215 DB 2010 carries 56 gallons versus 23 gallons in the Glastron GT 180 2011. 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 GT 180 2011 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 GT 180 2011 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

ModelGT 18

ModelGT 215 DB

Model Year2011

Model Year201

Measurements / Dimensions

Beam88 in. (2.24 m)

Beam102 in. (2.59 m)

Beam - Meters2.24

Beam - Meters2.59

Beam - Inches88

Beam - Inches102

Deadrise21℃

Deadrise16℃

Depth - Detail43 in. (1.09 m) Cockpit: 28.5 in. (0.72 m) Maximum: 59 in. (1.5 m)

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

Depth - Centimeters149.86

Depth - Centimeters147.32

Depth - Inches59

Depth - Inches57.5

Draft [drive up] - Detail15.5 in. (0.39 m)

Draft [drive up] - Detail14 in. (0.36 m)

Draft [drive up] meters0.41

Draft [drive up] meters0.36

Draft [drive up] inches15.5

Draft [drive up] inches14

Draft [max] - Detail28.5 in. (0.72 m)

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

Draft [max] - Meters0.74

Draft [max] - Meters0.76

Draft [max] - Inches28.5

Draft [max] - Inches3

Weight - Detail1,500 lbs. (680 kg) without engine

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

Weight - kg680.39

Weight - kg1632.93

Weight - lbs.15

Weight - lbs.36

Width [transom] - Detail86 in. (2.18 m)

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

Length - Feet17.08

Length - Feet20.92

Length overall - Detail17 ft. 1 in. (5.21 m)

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

Length overall - Meters5.21

Length overall - Meters6.38

Length overall - Inches205

Length overall - Inches251

Body / Hull

Hull materialFiberglass

Hull typeDeep Vee

Hull typeModified Vee

Engine and Drivetrain

Fuel tank capacity - Detail23 gal. (87 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)

Fuel tank capacity - Liters87.06

Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98

Fuel tank capacity - Gal23

Fuel tank capacity - Gal56

Fuel typeGas

Drive typeOutboard

Drive typeI/O

Engine max150 hp (112 kW)

Engine maxnot available

Operational Info

Maximum capacity1,800 lbs. (816 kg)

Maximum capacity1,900 lbs. (862 kg)

Maximum people8 or 1,150 lbs. (522 kg)

Maximum people13 or 1,800 lbs. (816 kg)

Trailer Info

Trailer - Length over all21 ft. 6 in. (6.55 m)

Trailer - Length over all23 ft. 9 in. (7.24 m)

Glastron GT 180 2011 vs Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 — Common Questions

Which is the larger boat — the Glastron GT 180 2011 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

The Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 is the longer of the two at 20,9 feet overall. The Glastron GT 180 2011 comes in at 17,1 feet, making it roughly 3,8 ft shorter — a meaningful difference in deck room and overall on-water presence.

Which is easier to trailer — the Glastron GT 180 2011 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

For trailering, the Glastron GT 180 2011 has the edge at 15 lbs dry weight versus 36 lbs for the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010. 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 GT 180 2011 has a documented max rating of 150 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 GT 180 2011 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.

Which boat is wider, and does it affect trailering?

The Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 measures 102" wide, compared to 88" for the Glastron GT 180 2011. The US standard-width towing limit is 8’6" (102") in most states — anything over that may need a wide-load permit. Confirm your specific route requirements with each state's DOT.

Which boat has the larger fuel tank — the Glastron GT 180 2011 or the Glastron GT 215 DB 2010?

The Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 has the bigger tank at 56 gallons, versus 23 gallons on the Glastron GT 180 2011. That 33-gallon difference translates to roughly 99–165 nautical miles of additional range at cruising speed, depending on motor, load, and conditions.

Are the Glastron GT 180 2011 and Glastron GT 215 DB 2010 from the same manufacturer?

Yes — both the Glastron GT 180 2011 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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