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STREET-LEGAL CART SHOWDOWN · SLCS · TAMPA BAY, FLORIDA · How we make money — dealers pay for introductions; no brand pays for rank.

Tomberlin Engage Ghosthawk

The Tomberlin Engage Ghosthawk rebuilds the original Ghosthawk on the Engage platform: a 6-inch lift for a commanding view, matte-finish paint schemes, and a 450-amp AC powertrain making 17 hp for hill climbing and acceleration. The EVOLVE lithium pack is rated up to 80 miles and includes an exclusive 'limp home' mode, a genuinely useful feature no other cart here advertises. Wide stance with optional steel-belted tires, and a 5-year limited warranty. Tomberlin publishes no top speed for the Ghosthawk, so we do not print one; confirm the delivered speed configuration with the dealer. The $29,999 figure is dealer-advertised (Tomberlin publishes no MSRP). Street-legal: yes (LSV certified). MSRP range: $29,999.

Verified · sourced specs · NHTSA vPIC · no paid rank
Factory LSV — verified

Factory-certified Low-Speed Vehicle (FMVSS 500)

Factory-certified street-legal LSV — Tomberlin has self-certified LSVs since 2006 and fits LSV-compliant four-wheel hydraulic brakes across the range. Tomberlin publishes a top speed only for the GTZ (25 mph), so on the other models confirm the delivered speed configuration with the dealer before you buy to register.

Verified against the NHTSA vPIC registry · 08/31/2026 · How we verify LSV status →

Deal score · Premium price

$375/mi of range · $7,500/seat vs. the field median $273/mi · $2,917/seat across 79 carts. Priced above the field — you're paying for the tier or the badge.

Your pick if

you want a proven factory-LSV in the luxury class without paying up for the belt.

Verified specification sheet

The facts, with receipts

MODEL FILE · TOMBERLIN-ENGAGE-GHOSTHAWK
LAST VERIFIED 09/01/2026
Range (high)80 mi1
Battery typelithium1
Battery capacity210 Ah1
Battery energy10 kWh1
Seats41
Motor power5 kW1
Motor power (hp)17 hp1
Display size7 in1
Warranty5 yr1
LSV certified (street-legal capable)Yes1
1 SOURCE: tomberlinusa.com · VERIFIED 08/31/2026

◆ Range reality check

~80mi, normalized
Maker claims 80 mi

Computed from the 10 kWh pack at a standard 0.125 kWh per mile — the same efficiency on every model, so ranges compare apples-to-apples. Real-world range varies with load, terrain, speed, and battery age.

◆ Value scorecard

Cost per seat
$7,500
MSRP ÷ seats
Per mile of range
$375
MSRP ÷ ~80 mi
Cost per kWh
$3,000
MSRP ÷ 10 kWh
Warranty
5 yr
vehicle

Our figures, from verified specs + MSRP — lower cost-per-seat and cost-per-mile is better; higher power-to-weight means more pep and hill-climb. Range uses the normalized estimate. Cost per kWh is what the price actually buys you in battery — the single figure that separates a cheap cart from an under-batteried one, and almost nobody publishes it. Pack energy is the maker's published kWh where they give one, otherwise volts × amp-hours.

Read from the verified specs

Where it wins, where it gives

Strengths

  • Factory-certified LSV — VIN'd, titleable, and insurable with no dealer conversion.
  • 80-mile max range covers most daily driving.

Trade-offs

  • Priciest factory-LSV in its class without taking the belt.

Street-legal status

Factory street-legal (LSV) — no kit needed

Factory-certified street-legal LSV — Tomberlin has self-certified LSVs since 2006 and fits LSV-compliant four-wheel hydraulic brakes across the range. Tomberlin publishes a top speed only for the GTZ (25 mph), so on the other models confirm the delivered speed configuration with the dealer before you buy to register. The DOT equipment and VIN come from the factory, so there is no aftermarket conversion to do. Confirm the delivered speed configuration with the dealer before you buy: titling it as an LSV depends on that 20-25 mph rating, and we only publish a top speed when the maker does.

Frequently asked

Is the Tomberlin Engage Ghosthawk street legal?
Yes. The Tomberlin Engage Ghosthawk is a factory-certified Low-Speed Vehicle (LSV), confirmed against the NHTSA manufacturer registry. It carries a VIN and can be titled, registered, and insured for roads posted 35 mph or under.
How far does the Tomberlin Engage Ghosthawk go on a charge?
Up to 80 miles per charge, per the manufacturer. Real-world range depends on load, terrain, speed, and battery age.
How much does the Tomberlin Engage Ghosthawk cost?
$29,999 MSRP. Run our 5-year cost-of-ownership calculator for the true cost including charging, maintenance, and insurance.
How many people does the Tomberlin Engage Ghosthawk seat?
The Tomberlin Engage Ghosthawk seats 4.

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