Gerry Andersons Thunderbirds Thunderbird 2 Pull Back Action Vehicle. Released by Matchbox in 1992 to tie in with the return to mainstream television of the original 1960's TV show. This fantastic Thunderbird 2 features Pull Back Action, just pull it back and watch it go. Thunderbird 2 is a highly detailed vehicle that measures 3 inches long. Thunderbird 2 is a gigantic aircraft and is 250 feet long with a wing span of 180 feet, and a maximum speed of 5000 miles per hour. Its purpose is to deliver a variety of specialised vehicles to rescue zones by means of its central pod. This is a Shop Stock Room Find. Discovered in the store room of a closing down shop. Mint condition and still sealed on the card. All orders received before 4.00pm Monday to Fridays are shipped the same day.