Bent this bar on a tree stump, what is it?

This bar is just underneath the black piece on the front.

Did some research saw crash bar, impact bar??

Just unscrewed the bolt on the bottom and swung it back into place without issue but was curious what purpose that bar holds?

 

Someone from a thread awhile ago had the same question. I believe someone answered that it is meant for small branches and brush ect from getting caught up in the front suspension components.

 

Good to know it served its purpose

 

Add a front hitch.
Add a hitch-mounted chair.
Give your wife goggles, a chainsaw, and tell her to be vigilant.