The USS New Orleans is a moderate top-tier ship. The Oerlikon and Bofors AA guns can pressure aircraft to stay away, while hidden torpedo boats who come in the sights of the secondary and tertiary armament will have second thoughts about attacking USS New Orleans. These guns can fight back against aircraft, pesky torpedo boats, and even, in some cases, lower battle-rating destroyers. The 40 mm Bofors and 20 mm Oerlikon AA guns are very effective at close range. The anti-aircraft armament is the shining sword with the New Orleans. Main articles: Bofors L/60 Mark 2 (40 mm), 20 mm/70 Oerlikon Mark V (20 mm)