No, John Deere does not own Hitachi. Hitachi is a Japanese multinational corporation that specializes in a wide range of products and services, including electronics, power and industrial systems, construction equipment, and more. While Hitachi and John Deere both have a presence in the construction and heavy equipment industry, they are separate and independent companies. John Deere, is an American company that is a leading global manufacturer of agricultural, construction, and forestry machinery, as well as diesel engines, drivetrains (axles, transmissions, gearboxes) used in heavy equipment, and lawn care equipment. While they have a strong presence in the construction and heavy equipment industry, they are not part of the same company or related to each other.