Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
Glastron GT 205 Ski & Fish 2007 vs Glastron GT 249 2009 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The Glastron GT 205 Ski & Fish 2007 vs Glastron GT 249 2009 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 GT 249 2009 measures 24,0 feet overall (2009), giving it roughly 22,0 additional feet of deck space compared to the Glastron GT 205 Ski & Fish 2007 at 2,0 feet (2007). Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Glastron GT 249 2009 tips the scales at 4 437 lbs — 4 159 lbs less than the Glastron GT 205 Ski & Fish 2007 at 278 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 Ski & Fish 2007 carries a rated maximum of 135 hp. Engine data for the Glastron GT 249 2009 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 249 2009 carries 56 gallons versus 35 gallons in the Glastron GT 205 Ski & Fish 2007. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Bottom line: The Glastron GT 249 2009 at 24,0 ft is the right call if deck space, comfort, and entertaining are top of your list. The Glastron GT 205 Ski & Fish 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
ModelGT 205 Ski & Fish
ModelGT 249
Model Year2007
Model Year2009
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam92 in. (2.33 m)
Beam102 in. (2.59 m)
Beam - Meters2.34
Beam - Meters2.59
Beam - Inches92
Beam - Inches102
Deadrise21℃
Deadrise20℃
Depth - Detail43 in. (1.09 m) Cockpit: 29 in. (.74 m)
Depth - Detail80.5 in. (2.04 m) Cockpit: 36 in. (0.91 m)
Depth - Centimeters109.22
Depth - Centimeters205.74
Depth - Inches43
Depth - Inches80.5
Draft [max] - Detail31.5 in. (.80 m)
Draft [max] - Detail35 in. (0.89 m)
Draft [max] - Meters0.81
Draft [max] - Meters0.89
Draft [max] - Inches31.5
Draft [max] - Inches35
Weight - Detail2,780 lbs. (1,260 kg) w/4.3 GL Volvo Penta
Weight - Detail4,437 lbs. (2,013 kg)
Weight - kg1260.99
Weight - kg2012.59
Weight - lbs.278
Weight - lbs.4437
Length - Meters6.3
Length - Meters7.31
Length - Feet2
Length - Feet24
Length - Inches8
Length - Inchesnot available
Length [over all with swim platform]20 ft. 8 in. (6.30 m)
Length [over all with swim platform]not available
Bridge clearance - Detailnot available
Bridge clearance - Detail80.5 in. (2.04 m)
Bridge clearance - Metersnot available
Bridge clearance - Meters2.06
Bridge clearance - Inchesnot available
Bridge clearance - Inches80.5
Width [transom] - Detailnot available
Width [transom] - Detail97 in. (2.46 m)
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Detail20 ft. 0 in. (7.31 m)
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Meters6.1
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Inches24
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull typenot available
Hull typeDeep Vee
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine/s standard3.0 GL Volvo Penta
Engine/s standardnot available
Fuel tank capacity - Detail35 gal. (132 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Detail56 gal. (212 l)
Fuel tank capacity - Liters132.49
Fuel tank capacity - Liters211.98
Fuel tank capacity - Gal35
Fuel tank capacity - Gal56
Drive typeI/O
Drive typeI/O
Engine max135 hp
Engine maxnot available
Operational Info
Maximum capacity1,275 lbs. (578 kg)
Maximum capacity2,000 lbs. (907 kg)
Water capacitynot available
Water capacity18 gal
Maximum peoplenot available
Maximum people1
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailEZ Loader TRST 3500 (painted)
Trailer - Detailnot available
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - Length over all26 ft. 10 in. (8.18 m)