TestGlastron GS 259 - OVERFLOWER

Sebastian Gollasch

 · 01.09.2016

Test: Glastron GS 259 - OVERFLOWERPhoto: Michael Amme, post@michaelamme.
Glastron GS 259: It used the "air line" at the beginning of 2016 to arrive in time for its European premiere at boot Düsseldorf

How important the shipyard and the German importer ( Europe Marine ) theGlastron GS 259 was demonstrated in the run-up to this year's boot Düsseldorf. As the haulier had forgotten to load the boat, it was unceremoniously loaded with aCargo planeacross the pond, because the market does not offer many weekenders of this size with2 plus 2 berths, WC room and kitchen blockwhich, according to the brochure, can still be trailered normally.

Glastron GS 259: Driving position
Photo: Michael Amme, post@michaelamme.

Driving and steering

When it comes to "engine and drive", the skipper can choose between the Mercury and Volvo Penta brands when ordering. OnlyPetrol inboard engine with a powerbetween 240 hp and 300 hp. In our case, the test boat with theMercury 4.5L 250 equipped. This is a V6 with a displacement of 4.5 litres and an output of 250 hp.

You can find the complete test of the Glastron GS 259 in the current BOOTE issue 10/2016, which will be available in stores from 14/09/2016.

Data sheet: Glastron GS 259

Shipyard: Glastron

Type designation: Glastron GS 259

CE category: C - Coastal waters

Material of hull and deck: Plastic

Length: 7,62 m

Width: 2,55 m

Displacement: 2,80 t

Price: 86.714,00 €

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