The only downside to the cattle guard is that they tend to stick out a little too far.
Which isn't an issue until you hit the bottom of a sharp dip.
A non issue for most.
I understand this. When I built this bumper I tucked it back as close aa I could get it, the winch touching the grill. The bumper killing the approach angle got me into about a much trouble as the winch got me out of.
But I do understand cattlemen needing such a thing. I've seen several trucks around here that have been destroyed by a bull, or even a momma protecting her baby.