The Virginian Railway, recognized by its VGN reporting mark, was formed in 1907 to transport coal from West Virginia to Atlantic ports and became well known for heavy coal trains and the early use of electric locomotives in mountain rail operations. Virginian Railway trains for sale remain especially popular with collectors and model railroaders focused on Appalachian coal railroading and historic heavy-haul freight service.
VGN locomotives, coal hoppers, and electric railroad equipment continue to be a favorite for layouts featuring mountain rail routes, industrial freight traffic, and transition-era coal operations. These railroad models are commonly added to model trains centered on historic eastern railroads and classic coal transportation.