It is not in the nature of a true RVer to "settle" for what is practical or safe. You're supposed to get what you want!
If you want a big heavy camper and don't want a DRW truck, there are all sorts of aftermarket parts you can bolt, glue, or ziptie on to your truck to make it "legal" to carry the load.
Seriously, I do not regret my DRW for a minute, even though I have a camper that I could probably haul with a 1/2 ton. I use it for other stuff, and it will haul or tow just about anything.